Cockington Court

Following an extensive renovation at a cost of £2.85m, part funded by the European Regional Development Fund, Torbay Council and CABE, which transformed the former aristocratic home into office space, craft studios and function rooms, Cockington Court is now operated by the Torbay Development Agency as a visitor attraction and an Innovation Centre, providing workspace and support for creative businesses in Torbay. 

The funding for the Cockington renovation from the European Regional Development Fund South West Competitiveness and Employment Programme as part of the Torbay Strategic Investment Framework is £1,134,113. The programme of investment from the European Union is helping to increase the prosperity of the region through supporting enterprise and individuals to develop ideas and plans that contribute to increased productivity and competitiveness. The total amount of investment across the seven-year programme is £108,751,309. The European Regional Development Fund South West Competitiveness and Employment Programme 2007-2013 is managed by the Department for Communities and Local Government.