Berry Head National Nature Reserve

Updated: June 8, 2025
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Walk Highlights

Location:
Brixham
Postcode:
TQ5 9AP
Parking:

There is a dedicated pay and display car park at Berry Head Country Park in Devon, located near the main entrance, visitor centre, and Guardhouse Cafe. Parking charges apply (check Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust website for current rates). The car park provides direct access to all the main paths and attractions on the headland. It can get very busy, especially during peak season and sunny weekends, for this popular Devon destination.

Distance:
3.50 miles
Time:
1.50 hours
Difficulty:
Moderate
Terrain:

The terrain on Berry Head in Devon includes well-maintained surfaced paths (tarmac or compacted gravel) around the main visitor areas, forts, and lighthouse, making these sections very accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Other coastal paths and trails around the headland can be grassy, rocky, uneven, and involve some gentle to moderate slopes. The clifftop paths are exposed to the weather. Sturdy footwear is advisable for exploring all areas of this Devon headland.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe

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