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Berry Head Nature Reserve
Type:Animals & Nature
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Opening Dates and Times
| 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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About
An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Berry Head National Nature Reserve guards the southern half of Tor Bay. One of the main 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.
Berry Head is free to visit and open all year.
Dogs: Welcome in the Nature Reserve and the Guardhouse Café on a lead
Berry Head is free to visit and parking charges apply, raising funds towards the care of this precious site.
Related Events
16/07/2025 - 16/07/2025
Cirl Bunting Day - Torbay Coast and Countryside TrustCelebrating the Cirl with wildlife expert Mike Langman and Engagement Ranger Marije Zwager
Wednesday 16th July 10am – 3.30pm
Berry Head is home to one of Britain’s rarest birds the Cirl Bunting, but it’s not always been the case. Devon is not only the most important county for this rare…- more info
04/11/2025 - 04/11/2025
Autumn Migration Watch and Breakfast - Torbay Coast and Countryside TrustA great opportunity to immerse yourself in nature with an informative walk led by local bird expert Mike Langman.
Early November can produce some of the most spectacular overhead movements of birds but only early in the morning. Given the right conditions thousands of birds could be on the move in…- more info
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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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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