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Beer

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Beer

Beer is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Colyton, 8km from Jurassic Coast.

Beer is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,317, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Beer sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Beer to your route.

About Beer

Pecorama (or Pecorama Pleasure Gardens) is a tourist attraction on the hillside above the village of Beer, Devon, in southwest England. In November 2025; the owners Peco announced the site's closure for the 2026 season, citing falling revenues and lack of profits, despite a busy year in 2025. It included a display of

Read more many model railways, gardens, a shop, and the Beer Heights Light Railway. The attraction is owned and run by PECO, a UK-based manufacturer of model railway accessories. The factory is on the same site. Pecorama is also home to "Teddy Mac and the Railway Bears", a series of children's books written by Margaret Edmonds.

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What are the best things to do in Beer?

Beer offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Beer located?

Beer is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.7000 latitude, -3.1000 longitude.

What is the population of Beer?

Beer has a population of approximately 1,317 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,317
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.7000, -3.1000

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Beer

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Jurassic Coast

UNESCO World Heritage coastline stretching 95 miles from Devon to Dorset, exposing 185 million years of geological history in its dramatic cliffs.

8 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

The Bike Shed Exeter

The original Bike Shed venue in Exeter's historic city centre, blending motorcycle culture with independent food and drink.

30 km · about 35 min drive

cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Magnificent Gothic cathedral boasting the longest uninterrupted vaulted ceiling in England, dating back to the 12th century.

30 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Haynes International Motor Museum

The UK's largest collection of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles, with over 400 vehicles on display.

51 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Glastonbury Tor

Mystical terraced hill crowned by St Michael's Tower, steeped in Arthurian and early Christian legends with panoramic Somerset views.

57 km · about 65 min drive

natural wonder

Durdle Door

Iconic natural limestone arch jutting into the sea on Dorset's Jurassic Coast, one of the most photographed landmarks in Britain.

59 km · about 70 min drive

national park

Dartmoor National Park

Wild and ancient moorland dotted with granite tors, Bronze Age settlements and roaming Dartmoor ponies across 368 square miles of Devon.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Beer

  • 67 kmPorlock HillBritain's steepest A-road, where the A39 climbs out of Porlock onto Exmoor at gradients up to 1-in-4 with two severe hairpins. A scenic Victorian toll road offers a gentler coastal alternative.
  • 70 kmCheddar Gorge ViewpointEngland's largest gorge with 450-foot limestone cliffs, offering jaw-dropping views from several pull-off points along the winding road.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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