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Berry Head National Nature Reserve

Brixham, Devon · 4.8 · 4,008 visitor reviews

Brixham, TQ5 9AP

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About

Berry Head National Nature Reserve near Brixham offers families across Devon and the South West dramatic coastal scenery and wildlife encounters on the English Riviera. This outdoor reserve welcomes visitors of all ages with onsite parking, an onsite cafe, toilet facilities with baby changing, and pushchair-friendly paths through parts of the headland. Dog-friendly policies mean four-legged family members can enjoy coastal walks too.

Located at Berry Head, this nature reserve features limestone cliffs, rare plants, and colonies of seabirds including guillemots. Children can spot wildlife, explore historic fortifications, and enjoy spectacular sea views. For families seeking nature reserves in Devon or coastal walks near Torquay with children, Berry Head delivers outstanding natural experiences.

The combination of wildlife, coastal drama, and family facilities makes this South West reserve an exceptional destination for outdoor family adventures on the Devon coast.

Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children

Facilities

  • Onsite Parking
  • Toilets
  • Baby Changing
  • Cafe
  • Pushchair Friendly
  • Dog Friendly
  • Card Payments
  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Entrance
  • Contactless Payment

Prices

Free entry

Opening times

Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours

Common questions

Is Berry Head National Nature Reserve free to visit?

Yes, entry is free! Dramatic limestone cliffs, rare plants, and colonies of seabirds await on the English Riviera.

Is Berry Head suitable for young children?

Yes, the reserve welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers. Dogs are welcome too!

Is Berry Head Nature Reserve open 24 hours?

Yes, the reserve is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Does Berry Head have facilities?

Yes, there is on-site parking with accessible spaces, a café, toilets, baby changing, an accessible entrance, and pushchair-friendly paths.

What can families see at Berry Head?

Limestone cliffs, guillemot colonies, historic fortifications, and spectacular sea views near Brixham in Devon. Card and contactless payments accepted.

What families say

4.8

4008 reviews