Beer is small, but there’s far more to do here than first meets the eye. Head out on a self-drive boat from the beach, try the wood-fired sauna at Branscombe, hunt for fossils, or walk the clifftops to the next cove and back to a pub garden.
Not sure where to start? Our local guide to things to do in Beer is the best place to begin. Below you’ll find every idea we’ve written about.
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Right on Beer high street, it’s easy to walk past without realising what’s inside. But once you step through the door, everything changes. The lighting softens, the music kicks in,…
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Beer might be a small village, but once you step just slightly off the obvious paths, it quietly reveals a completely different side. These are the places we tend to…
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If you’re planning a stay in Beer in 2026, you’re in luck — the village calendar is packed with brilliant events right through the year. From iconic coastal runs and…
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When friends or family come to stay with us at Sea Holly House, these are the places we always recommend first. Nothing over-planned and nothing too far away — just…
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Lyme Regis is one of our favourite nearby places to recommend when staying in Beer. It’s close enough for an easy day trip, but different enough to feel like a…
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Beer Self-Drive Motorboats offers one of the most memorable experiences you can have in Beer — heading out onto the sea directly from Beer Beach in your own self-drive motorboat.…
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The Barrel of Beer is very much a locals’ pub, tucked just back from the seafront and known for its laid-back, traditional feel. It’s the kind of place where people…
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If you’re staying in Beer and looking for a gentle, meaningful day out nearby, The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth is one place we always recommend. Calm, welcoming and beautifully set…
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The Jurassic Sauna at Branscombe Beach is a wood-fired beach sauna set directly on the Jurassic Coast shoreline, around 10 minutes from Beer, Devon. Sessions last 60 minutes and combine…
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Beer may be a small coastal village, but its events calendar is surprisingly lively. Throughout the year, the village and surrounding area host a mix of traditional festivals, coastal sporting…
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If you’re looking for a run that combines lung-busting climbs, spectacular coastal scenery and a real sense of local character, the Beer Blazer Run is one of the most memorable…
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The Beer Regatta is one of the most beloved events on the East Devon calendar — a full week of sailing races, live music, beach activities and village celebrations centred…
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One of the things we love most about Beer is how good the pubs are for such a small village. They’re welcoming, unfussy, and perfectly suited to a post-walk pint,…
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One of the questions we’re asked most often is how long to spend in Beer and how to make the most of the time once you arrive. It’s a small…
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If you have a full week in Beer, Devon, you’re in a great position to experience the village properly. Seven days gives you the time to slow right down, explore…
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Beer changes noticeably with the seasons, and that’s a big part of what makes it such a special place to visit. The village feels very different in winter compared to…
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January and February are some of our favourite months in Beer. The village slows right down after the festive period, the coastline feels wonderfully open, and there’s a calmness here…
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Explore Beer Devon started for a very simple reason: we kept seeing people arrive in Beer unsure how to make the most of their time here. Too many guides tried…
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If you have three days in Beer, Devon, you can experience the village at a much more relaxed pace while still exploring some of the best scenery on the Jurassic…
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If you’re planning a short break on the Jurassic Coast, Beer is an ideal base. This traditional fishing village in East Devon offers a brilliant mix of coastal walks, pebble…
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Beer is a small coastal village that offers a quieter, more relaxed alternative to larger seaside towns. It’s compact, walkable and surrounded by both countryside and coastline, making it easy…
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Beer is a small coastal village that works particularly well for family holidays. It’s compact, walkable and close to nature, with a safe beach, short coastal walks and easy access…
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Beer is a small village, but it has a surprisingly good range of places to eat and drink. Most spots are informal and relaxed, with an emphasis on local produce,…
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Beer sits directly on the South West Coast Path, making it an excellent base for coastal and countryside walks along the Jurassic Coast. From gentle clifftop strolls to longer, more…
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The coastline around Beer offers a varied mix of beaches, from the sheltered village beach to wider bays and quieter stretches along the Jurassic Coast. Most are shingle rather than…
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The Jurassic Coast is one of the best places in the world for fossil hunting, attracting families, collectors and curious visitors from across the UK. While Lyme Regis is the…
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