The best family-friendly hikes and walks around Seaton

If you’re heading to Beer Beach in East Devon, don’t expect a sandy tropical paradise—and definitely don’t expect actual beer flowing from the cliffs (though the name is a great conversation starter). Instead, you get a quintessential, "old-school" British fishing cove that’s basically a natural suntrap tucked between towering white chalk cliffs. It’s part of the Jurassic Coast, so it’s millions of years of history served with a side of fish and chips. Why it’s a "Vibe": The Boats: This isn't a harbor with a pier; the local fishermen literally winch their colorful boats right up onto the shingle (pebble) beach. It’s like a live-action painting watching them bring in the daily catch of mackerel and crab. The "Pebble Massage": Forget sand in your shoes; here, you get smooth, grey pebbles. Pro-tip: Rent one of the iconic blue and white deckchairs. Your lower back will thank you, and you’ll look like a 1950s movie star. The Beach Cafes: There are little huts right on the shingle where you can grab a crab sandwich or a cream tea. Eating fresh seafood while your toes are three feet from the waves? Hard to beat. The Name: Sadly, "Beer" comes from the Old English word bearu, meaning "grove" or "wood." But don't let that stop you—the village has plenty of actual beer in its cozy pubs like The Anchor Inn, which has a cliff-top garden with elite views. Hidden Gems Nearby: Beer Quarry Caves: Just up the road, you can take a tour of the massive underground caverns where the famous "Beer Stone" was mined for cathedrals like Exeter and Westminster Abbey. It’s like a cool, damp cathedral hidden inside a hill. The Coastal Path: If you walk west toward Branscombe, you’ll tackle some steep "stairway to heaven" climbs, but the views of the white cliffs against the blue sea are pure magic.

A wonderful view of the fishing boats but I went off season and I am not sure what it would be like in the peak season.

Sometimes you have to stop and just take a moment.

A small stretch of path with chairs and plaques to our remember falling

Jurassic Coast - here, as a touring cyclist, you get a nice access with wonderful views, swimming options and good restaurants.

Ducky's was closed, but the beach was open. A beautiful beach, i'll be returning in warmer climates.

Beer is a picturesque fishing village in Devon, England, known for its shingle beach, white chalk cliffs, and fresh seafood. Beer's beach is lined with fishing boats, and is known for its mackerel. The beach is steep and descends quickly into deeper water, so it's best for confident swimmers. The local fishing fleet still operates out of Beer, and many restaurants serve fresh fish and shellfish. Beer has many pubs and restaurants serving fresh seafood, Devonshire ales, and ciders. Beer's history dates back to the Anglo-Saxon era, when it was known as Bearu, which translates to "The Groves".

In memory of the lives lost, and the men who returned from world war one.