Life in the busy Devon fishing town of Brixham has always centred around the harbour, where heritage trawlers jostle for space with day-boats heading out to sea for the day’s catch, bringing it home daily to Brixham’s famous Fish Market.
Here, in the heart of England’s Seafood Coast, the freshest fish and most delicious seafood is on the menu everywhere.
Yachts galore can be seen at the popular marina and in the outer harbour. Enjoy a stroll along the waterfront promenade and along the half-mile long breakwater with its lighthouse, and then relax on popular Breakwater Beach.
With its palm-lined harbour, international marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and cocktails, Torquay is well worth visiting, either by a short drive or on the Brixham to Torquay ferry.
The closest restaurant to the source of UK fish, Rockfish Brixham sits in the world famous fish market overlooking the boats as they land their catch, which is in the kitchen within an hour. ‘Tomorrow’s fish is still in the sea’.
The high cliffs of Berry Head National Nature Reserve situated on the outskirts of Brixham offers endless walks with vast views spanning the coast of The English Riviera. Stop by at The Guardhouse Cafe for a bite to eat.
Cliff Cottage is located at the top of a pedestrianised street only a minute walk from the centre of Brixham with its many shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. The position offers extensive views over Brixham Harbour and Torbay over to Torquay. Being on a hill, this property is not suitable for guests with mobility issues. However, there are plenty of local taxi companies can drop you at the top of the path for easier access.
Brixham town centre has a range of transportation options, with ferries travelling to Torquay and local shuttle busses to nearby tourist destinations. Parking – Safe and free on street parking is available in the roads surrounding Cliff Cottage. The nearest public car park is a 10 minute walk away.
If you wish, you can order a virtual parking permit online at a cost of approx. £35 per week. These permits are valid for all of the 32 council pay and display car parks in the wider Torbay area including the 4 in Brixham – very useful if you plan to travel around the area.
