Mangerton Mill
Overview
17th century working watermill and Museum of Rural Bygones. Tea room, local crafts and trout fishing in a peaceful, rural setting.
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What makes it special
- Have afternoon tea while admiring a 3-story watermill
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
Pecorama Pleasure Gardens
Set within beautiful gardens with the famous Beer Heights Light Railway and fascinating exhibition of model railways.
River Cottage HQ
Courses and events inspired by the philosophy of River Cottage, from a night's dining through foraging and breadmaking courses.
Beer Quarry Caves
Tour this vast man-made complex of underground caverns created by centuries of quarrying the famous Beer Stone.
River Cottage Canteen
The famous River Cottage Canteen showcases the very best of South West produce, with menus changing daily.
Beer Fishing Boats
Take a walk down to Beer's beautiful beach and hire a traditional wooden boat for the day.
Seaton Jurassic
Seaton Jurassic is the south west's newest and most exciting day out. Take a journey through time to worlds familiar and alien.
Walking and Rambling in Beer
There are a few different types of walks available around Beer.
Cycling around Beer
There are several different day trips for cyclists starting from Beer.
Watersports in Beer
Hire a traditional wooden motor boat off Beer beach for mackerel fishing, angling or just a trip around the bay.
South West Coastal Path
630 miles of superb coastline, the South West Coastal Path makes up the longest National Trail in the UK. On the way take in the heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery to truly inspire you.
Seaton Tramway
Hop on a narrow gauge heritage tram between Seaton, Colyford and Colton and get an unrivalled view of the River Axe estuary and two nature reserves.
Walking and Rambling in Litton Cheney
Just five minutes away from the South West Coastal Path, literally behind the hostel, Litton Cheney is the perfect stop over on your journey to Land's End.
Mountain biking in Litton Cheney
If you're looking for a more adventurous break, mountain biking around the Lulworth area of Dorset will get the legs and adrenaline pumping.
Cycling in Litton Cheney
Once you leave the village of West Lulworth, you'll discover flatter areas, perfect for a relaxed bike ride.
Fleet Air Arm Museum
11 miles Europe’s largest naval aviation collection, with 90 aircraft and 30 thousand artefacts to keep you entertained. Visit the website
Abbotsbury Swannery
9 miles World Famous Sanctuary with over 600 free flying swans. Baby swans hatch mid-May to end June. Mass feeding 12pm and 4pm daily. Visit the website