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| Opening (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025) |
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* Dogs: Welcome in the park on a lead , seating outside Guard Cafe.
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The high cliffs of Berry Head National Nature Reserve situated on the outskirts of Brixham are host to the largest breeding colonies of guillemots on the south coast of England and these are Berry Head’s most famous residents. The award-winning nature reserve is also home to a small breeding colony of cirl buntings. In addition regular sightings include sparrowhawk, goldcrest, occasional firecrest, wheatear, razorbill, black redstart and occasional eider duck. Guillemot numbers, best viewed from the sea-cliff facing hide, averages 1,200 birds over the season.
Berry Head National Nature Reserve guards the southern half of Tor Bay. One of the gateways to the English Riviera Global Geopark, it is an internationally-acclaimed heritage site, home to a fascinating variety of wildlife and history, with recently-restored Napoleonic War fortifications. Enjoy the stunning views and superb local food at the Guardhouse Cafe, visit the Visitor Centre, enjoy one of the many events, and walk the ramparts as the soldiers did 200 years ago.
It's also a great site for some serious rock climbing and kayaking for the more adventurous.
Berry Head is free to visit and open all year.
Dogs: Welcome in the Nature Reserve and the Guardhouse Café on a lead
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Facilities
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Open All Year
- Tea / Coffee Shop
Event Facilities
- Free Entry
Key Features
- In countryside
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge)
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
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Berry Head Nature Reserve
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Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust - Berry Head National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre, BrixhamBerry Head is a National Nature Reserve. This stunning headland, with its iconic lighthouse and Napoleonic Fort, is surrounded by water on three sides and offers exceptional views across Torbay and beyond. It is Torbay’s most designated heritage site being a Special Area of Conservation, National…
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Berry Head National Nature Reserve is signposted from Brixham. The site is situated at the end of Gillard Road. Drive past Landscove Holiday Village up a single track road which leads to the car park and Visitor Centre. There is ample car parking at Berry Head.
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