Somerset

Brean Down

A natural pier with dramatic cliffs and Victorian fort

Brean, Somerset, TA8 2RS

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Opening times for 16 December 2024
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Coastline Dawn - Dusk
Café 10:00 - 16:00
Car park 10:00 - 16:00
The exit gate for the car park remains open after the front gate has closed.
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The cliffs are extremely steep. Stay on the main paths, especially with children and dogs. At low tide the deep mud can be dangerous. Accessible toilet and baby change, in the courtyard area, next to the café. The fort and down are reached by a steep climb from the car park.
Brean Down access statement
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Accessible toilet
Level access to food outlet
Designated parking
Powered mobility vehicle available
Email breantramperhire@nationaltrust.org.uk to book
Induction loop
At café till-point.
Seating available
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By road
8 miles from exit 22 of M5
Parking: 200 yards, at Cove Cafe at the bottom of Brean Down. Parking Charge: £6 all day. Please note, the pay and display machine accepts coins only, card payment can be made via the PayByPhone app. Parking is free for National Trust members.
By train
Highbridge 8½ miles
By bus
Highbridge to Weston-super-Mare, alight Brean, 1¾ miles
By bicycle
By bicycle - more information

Opening times for 16 December 2024
Asset	Opening time
Coastline	Dawn - Dusk
Café	10:00 - 16:00
Car park	10:00 - 16:00

£6 all day car parking charge
Ticket type	Gift aid	Standard
Car park		£6.00

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Visiting Brean Down with your dog

Dogs on leads are very welcome at Brean Down, with plenty of coastal terrain to stretch those four legs. Find out more about where you can take them and what to keep in mind. Brean Down is a one pawprint rated place.

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Explore Brean Down by Tramper

Our all-terrain mobility scooters, called Trampers, allow you to enjoy a great day out at Brean Down even if you have difficulty walking. Find out more about how to hire one.

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Brean Down map

: Take a look at the map of Brean Down to help plan your visit.

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Family-friendly things to do at Brean Down

Brean Down is a brilliant place for families to explore. Find out more about the activities you can enjoy together.

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