Seafield Gardens

The cliffs tower above Seaton's pebble beach, and Seafield Gardens sits right there on the edge - a proper clifftop nature reserve that feels both windswept and surprisingly peaceful. It's essentially a stretch of coastal grassland and scrubland where the focus is on what grows wild rather than ornamental flowerbeds. You'll find low-growing plants, coastal wildflowers in season, and the kind of views across Lyme Bay that make you understand why people haul caravans all the way to Devon.

The walking is gentle. Well-marked paths let you potter about for an hour or two without breaking a sweat, though the wind can be fierce so bring a proper jacket. Birdwatchers come here regularly - it's that sort of place where you spot things through binoculars. Families with young kids will manage fine on the main paths, though there's not much in the way of facilities or entertainment, so don't expect a day's outing on its own.

If you're staying at Beer Head Holiday Park or Oakdown, Seafield Gardens makes an easy morning walk before heading into Seaton proper. The reserve is free and open year-round, though spring and early summer show the wildflowers at their best. It's the kind of spot that doesn't announce itself - no gift shop, no crowds, just good Devon coastline and a chance to stretch your legs. Worth combining with a stroll into Seaton's town centre for lunch afterwards.