Torquay United Football Club is a professional football club based in Torquay, Devon, England, and is widely known by its nickname, The Gulls. The club's official history records its formation on 1 May 1899, when former pupils of Torquay Public College established the original Torquay United. The club played its first match later that year and gradually developed within local and regional football. In 1910, Torquay United merged with Ellacombe FC and became Torquay Town, subsequently establishing Plainmoor as its permanent home. Following the merger with Babbacombe FC in 1921, the club reverted to the name Torquay United and became a professional football organisation. In 1927, after winning the Western League championship, Torquay United was elected to the Football League, beginning an 80-year period in the national league system. Plainmoor has remained central to the identity of the club and continues to serve as Torquay United's home stadium. The club's official first-team information identifies Plainmoor as its stadium and confirms that the men's side currently competes in the National League South, with the ambition of returning to the Football League. Torquay United spent much of its Football League history in the lower divisions and became known for its strong connection with the local community and supporters. The club eventually lost its Football League status in 2007 and has since competed in the National League system. Its modern organisation includes the men's first team alongside wider football and community activities. The club also maintains an active development and community structure through Torquay United Community Sports Trust, which operates separately from the football club and delivers community-oriented sporting programmes. The club's official contact information lists the Trust as an associated organisation. Torquay United has undergone significant organisational change in recent years. The club is currently owned primarily by the Bryn Consortium, which holds 86.15%, while the Torquay United Supporters' Trust holds 11.77% and private investors hold 2.08%. The club's legal entity is Torquay United Association Football Club Limited, registered in England under company number 00175954. Today, Torquay United continues to operate from Plainmoor and represents the footballing community of Torquay and the wider English Riviera. Its official digital channels provide supporters with match coverage, club news, behind-the-scenes content and community updates. The club's current official website confirms its participation in the 2026–27 National League South season.