The Village of Beer: East Devon

History Archive

Religion in Beer

Posted: 23-11-13

Prior to 1906 Beer was part of the parish of Seaton and Beer and thus the Seaton vicar was responsible for serving the churchgoers of Beer. In...

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Flint Mining in Beer

Posted: 23-11-13

Beer’s economy has for thousands of years centered around the four main primary industries, forestry, farming, fishing and mining, all of which still play a part, though...

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Schooling in Beer

Posted: 23-11-13

There was no school in Beer until the 1820’s. It is generally recorded that the funding for this came from a legacy of £7000 left in the...

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Beer Lace and the Royal Family

Posted: 23-11-13

Queen Victoria’s wedding dress was trimmed with lace. The neck and sleeve frills, a flounce forming the front panel, and the veil were all made of lace....

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Picturesque Scenery On Tap
Beer Beach
  • Beer Beach

    Beer beach is a natural suntrap and the waters in the bay are very sheltered with the imposing limestone cliffs giving protection from the wind. Because it is a ‘working beach’ the picturesque paraphernalia of the fishing industry with its brightly coloured wooden boats, nets, winches and neon-coloured floats add to its charm with the […]... Read More

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A Visit To Remember
Beer Regatta
Something For Everyone
Beer Pecorama
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All Within Reach
Beer Youth Hostel
  • Dolphin Antiques and Collectables

    An Aladdin’s cave of affordable antique, vintage and collectable items can be found at the Dolphin Antiques and Collectables Centre, situated behind the... Read More

  • Bank House

    Situated in the centre of Beer village, just 150 yards from the beach. The three en-suite rooms have a TV, local information guide... Read More