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 into the village, all meeting in the village square which is the hub of Berrynarbor life. The mighty tower of St. Peter’s Church, dating back to the 12th century, can be seen from all directions. Berrynarbor is mentioned in the Domesday Book and gained its name from William Nerbert de Beri, Lord of the Manor in 1196.

The view from Berrynabor hills

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. There is plenty of excellent accommodation in and around Berrynarbor: award winning hotels, friendly guest houses, scrupulously clean bed & breakfasts, pretty self-catering cottages, beautiful wooded caravan parks and camping sites with lovely views of the coast and/or countryside.

The village has two pubs, tea rooms, gift shops, an art gallery and the Post Office & General Stores which, as well as stocking any provisions you may need, acts as a source of local information. Berrynarbor itself is a busy village and welcomes visitors to join in many local activities ranging from the North Devon Spinners’ meetings, village fêtes and garden open days to craft and art exhibitions. It is also an excellent centre for walking, touring, fishing (coarse and coastal fishing on the doorstep), golf, horse riding and a host of outdoor pursuits throughout the year.