Situated in a beautiful and fertile valley on the western edge of Exmoor, Combe Martin lies at the centre of some of North Devon's most spectacular coastal scenery. It is the point where the Exmoor National Park and North --" Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty meet. The idyllic village of Berrynarbor slightly inland is a haven for peace and tranquillity, even during the height of the summer season.
Berrynarbor, five times winner of the Best Kept Village Award, nestles in the Sterridge Valley to the west of Combe Martin. There are four country lanes leading in to the village, all meeting in the village square which is the hub of Berrynarbor life.
The picturesque village Berrynarbor, at the seaward end of the beautiful Sterridge Valley, is one of the jewels in the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Having won many awards in both 'Britain in Bloom' and 'Best Kept Village in Devon' competitions; the attractive well kept gardens and floral displays are outstanding. Quaint cottages and narrow streets, together with the 15th Century Manor Hall and 12th Century Church, add to the rural charm of the village and the traditional village pub is a popular place for eating out. There is ample free car parking and easy access from the A399.
The mighty tower of St. Peter's Church dating back to the 12th century can be seen from all directions.
Berrynarbor
Berrynarbor is mentioned in the Domesday Book and gained its name from William Nerbert de Beri, Lord of the Manor in 1196.
Berrynarbor's Manor Hall and charming white painted homes are full of character and a subtle humour, with the locally crafted flowerpot men at work around the village! This was a favourite holiday area of the author and painter Beatrix Potter, who came here over a number of years and worshipped in St. Peter's. Maybe she walked a few minutes down the country lanes into the surrounding hills and woodlands and gained inspiration for some of her paintings, as many others have! The sea, coastal footpath, harbour at Watermouth Cove and Watermouth Castle are all within a mile of the village centre.
Berrynarbor
There is plenty of excellent accommodation in and around Berrynarbor: award winning hotels, friendly guest houses, scrupulously clean bed & breakfast, pretty self-catering cottages, beautiful wooded caravan parks and camping sites with lovely views of the coast and/or countryside.
The village boasts two excellent pubs. The Old Sawmill Inn and Ye Olde Globe, both providing good food and children's play areas. Miss Muffet's Tea Room and Restaurant serves mouth watering cream teas and locally grown,home-cooked fare. The Post Office and General Stores has a unique atmosphere and as well as stocking all the provisions you might need, acts as a source of local information |
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