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11 Oct 2025

Police officially 'shut down' disused Torquay hotel

First-ever hotel closure order comes after ASB and criminal activity including alleged sex attack

Sherwood Hotel boarded up

Sherwood Hotel boarded up

Reporter:

jim Parker

11 Oct 2025 12:15 PM

Email:

jim.parker@clearskypublishing.co.uk

Torquay police have taken out what is believed to be the first official 'closure order' on a currently disused hotel.

Torquay police have taken out what is believed to be the first official 'closure order' on a currently disused hotel.
The order on the Sherwood Hotel in Belgrave Road comes after incidents of ani-social behaviour and criminal activity at the boarded up property, including an allegation of sexual assault.
The Sherwood is subject to a partial closure order which means only certain people can get access to the property.
This includes the landlord or their representatives, professional tradespeople, utility companies, postal workers and the emergency services.
If anyone else breaches the order this is a crime and they may be subject to prosecution.
Police said: "We have had reported entry into this location from people of all ages but would specifically appeal to parents and guardians to speak to young people they care for around the dangers of entering locations such as these.
"Breaching this closure notice is a criminal offence and action will be taken - as it has been on breaches of notices we have put in place."
Closure order
Torquay Inspector Rob Harvey said: “This property has become an eyesore and a magnet for some people intent on causing anti-social behaviour. We want to assure the community that we will take action and work with our partners to keep people in Torquay safe, as well as prevent crime.
“Along with several reports of anti-social and nuisance behaviour there was an incident of sexual assault reported to us last month, linked to this location. A person was arrested and released on bail; enquiries are ongoing in relation to that matter.
“Tackling violence against women and girls is a priority for me in Torquay and across the Force area. We want to make sure that victims have the confidence to come forward and report.”
Magistrates agreed that a closure order at the hotel was necessary to enable police to respond better to reports and ultimately, protect the community from further risk of harm. The three month order can be extended if necessary.

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