Beer Neighbourhood Plan
Local Evidence Report
November 2014
Contents
Topics:
Natural Environment
Maritime and Shoreline
Built Environment
People and Housing
Business and Jobs
Transport and Parking
Community Facilities and Services
Youth, Sports and Recreation
Visitors and Tourism
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Appendix - Planning Applications 2009/14
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Compiled by:
Eric Cozens
Geoff Pook
Mike Green
(with assistance from Paul Weston, Associate,
Stuart Todd Associates Ltd)
© Beer Parish Council 2014
Topic: Natural Environment
Parish Characteristics
Beer is an historic fishing village set with in part of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty (AONB), World Heritage Coast, and Coastal Preservation Zone with a Conservation Area,
several Sites of Special Scientific Interest and Special Areas of Conservation (SAC).
It has a built up ‘villagescape’ set within a mainly rural landscape.
Physical
The rural landscape is made up of chalk grassland, agricultural fields and copses. There is special
interest in chalk grassland (many SACs) and the local geology (last chalk cliffs of any significance
going west)
The majority of the agricultural land within Beer is owned by one main landowner (CDE 1)
Natural
The landscape is protected by a raft of legislation (relating to the AONB, World Heritage Site,
SSSIs, SACs, County Wildlife Sites etc). There are several Sites of Special Scientific Interest, County
Wildlife Sites and SACs.
Much of the natural environment is contained within the built up area: gardens, both public and
private with many trees and hedgerows. Also the Cemetery and Graveyard (which has an orchid
management / grass-cutting regime from EDDC agreed with Beer Parish Council after a
consultation run at a surgery in the Mariners’ Hall and also a survey available at the Post Office).
Recently many fences and other boundary treatments are replacing Devon Banks, natural
stonewalls and hedgerows to the detriment of the visual ‘villagescape’ and wildlife.
Devon Banks and hedgerows provide living space for birds and small mammals. (Dormice and
garden birds in particular according to the Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer).
Natural stonewalls provide habitat for various flora species. (ivy, red valerian, maidenhair
spleenwort, mosses, cranes-bill, pellitory-of-the-wall, ivy-leafed toadflax and lichens according to
the Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer).
Prehistoric Landscape
There is a significant evidence of Neolithic activity with abundant worked flint flakes. 2 There is an
Early Bronze Age burial mound at Bovey Fir Cross (visible above ground). There are Iron Age banks
on Beer Head. 3
Historical Landscape
There is a Napoleonic gun emplacement on Beer Head 4. The remains of a WWII Radar Station on
Hooken cliffs are easily visible above ground.
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CDE = Clinton-Devon Estates
The Prehistory of Beer Head – Martin Tingle
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Archaeological Dig - AONB
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Archaeological Dig - AONB
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Beer Quarry and Caves Special Area of Conservation
The Beer Quarry and Caves SAC covers the same area as the Beer Quarry Caves SSSI. “The primary
reason for the site being designated an SAC is its use as a hibernation site for the Bechstein’s bat
as well as it supporting an important assemblage of other bat species. 5”
Planning permission to continue both underground and opencast working of chalk on both sides of
Quarry Lane was granted in 1948. In 1950 an extension to underground workings was granted
between Hollyhead Road and South Down Common. During the 1950s and 1970s there were a
number of extensions to the opencast workings at Beer Quarry. Underground workings in the area
south of Quarry Lane were granted permission to be opened to the public and land used for the
construction of car parks and buildings. The area is now used as a visitor attraction.
The value of the quarries was highlighted by the Devon County Minerals Plan in 2004
• “The quarry and underground workings form part of a candidate Special Area of Conservation
(cSAC) on the basis of bats and their habitat located in the area. The effects of the current and future
working on the cSAC are to be assessed by English Nature as part of the designation procedure. If the
SAC is designated, the quarrying activities will have to be assessed to investigate whether or not
mineral working will have any significant effect on the interests of the SAC. The Habitats Directive
requires activities that are significantly detrimental to the interests of the SAC to be discontinued.
• The site is close to the Sidmouth to Westbay candidate Special Area of Conservation.
• The Mineral Site lies about one kilometre north of part of the Dorset and East Devon World
Heritage Site.
• The site is located in an area classified by the Environment Agency as a major aquifer, and is close
to Bovey Lane public water supply boreholes.
• Beer Quarry and Caves SSSI is an important geological and wildlife site. The quarry and adjacent
Caves are known to house a hibernating population of eight different species of bat. The geological
features in the faces of the working quarry show the best examples in Southern England of a suite of
clay filled chalk pipes created by solution processes operating on the chalk landscape. The quarry is
also a Geological Conservation Review Site because of the Pleistocene stratigraphy.
• Need to maintain suitable exposures for geological research and study.
• The access route from the quarry is along narrow lanes.
• The site contains features of archaeological significance which may be of national importance
including prehistoric enclosures, barrows and artefacts and the older underground workings
throughout the Mineral Consultation Area.
• Need to find suitable conservation measures to maintain and improve the existing bat roosts and
investigate the potential for habitat creation during restoration of the quarry.
• There is considerable potential to link educational interpretation of the site with that of the nearby
Dorset and East Devon Word Heritage site.”
The various and varied areas with special designation are described on the following pages. These
descriptions come from the Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer, a report prepared in 2010,
commissioned by Devon County Council using data supplied by the Devon Biodiversity Records
Centre.
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Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer
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Sites of Special Scientific Interest
Sidmouth to Beer Coast SSSI covering an area of about 244ha, is an important geological
and biological site and is also included within the Sidmouth to West Bay Special Area of
Conservation and Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Brief descriptions of these are
covered in later text. As the name suggests the Sidmouth to Beer Coast SSSI stretches
along the coast from the Sidmouth to Beer, a distance of about 12km. It includes mainly
steep south-facing cliffs, rising in to 160m in places, with occasional coastal valleys. The
entire coastal fringe of Beer parish is included within the SSSI.
Beer Quarry and Caves SSSI covers an area of 31ha and is located in the west of the
parish, at the head of the valley west of Beer along which Quarry Lane runs. The quarry is
on the northern side of Quarry Lane and the SSSI extends as far as Paizen Lane. Beer Caves
lie to the south of Quarry Lane, with the site extending southwards to Mare Lane. The SSSI
citation reports the site’s importance for its population of hibernating bats and also for the
geological features on the face of the working quarry.
The extensive series of caves has been formed by many years of mining for Beer Stone. An
unusually wide range of species of bats, eight in total, has been recorded here, including the
very rare Bechstein’s bat and also the greater and lesser horseshoe bat. The site being used
as a hibernaculum by Bechstein’s bats is the primary reason that the site has also been
designated a Special Area of Conservation. Other species present include Brandt’s bat,
Daubenton’s bat, Natterer’s bat, brown long-eared bat and whiskered bat. The old tunnels in
the actively worked northern part of the site are also used by bats. Beer Quarry also provides
one of the best exposures of a suite of clay-filled chalk pipes in southern England (Source:
SSSI citation).
In February 2010 119 greater horseshoe and 133 lesser horseshoe bats were recorded to be
using these caves (personal communication). The area covered by the Beer Quarry and Caves
SSSI is also designated a County Wildlife Site. A survey of parts of this CWS was carried out in
1992 and 1993, when it supported areas of unimproved calcareous grassland. A description
is given in the County Wildlife Site below.
Special Areas of Conservation
Sidmouth to West Bay Special Area of Conservation
The Sidmouth to West Bay SAC has been designated to protect its rich and diverse vegetated
sea cliff habitats. As a result of the varied geology along this stretch of coast there is a wide
range of habitat types within the SAC, including pioneer communities colonising new landslip
areas, as well as more established areas of woodland, mixed scrub and grassland where
conditions are more stable. The resulting mosaic of habitats supports a wide range of plants
and animals, especially invertebrates. Within the parish of Beer the Sidmouth to West Bay
SAC largely covers the same area as the Sidmouth to Beer Coast SSSI and details of the area’s
rich geology and biodiversity can be found in the SSSI section above.
Beer Quarry and Caves Special Area of Conservation
The Beer Quarry and Caves SAC covers the same area as the Beer Quarry and Caves SSSI. The
primary reason for the site being designated an SAC is its use as a hibernation site for the
Bechstein’s bat as well as it supporting an important assemblage of other bat species. The
presence of lesser horseshoe bats and greater horseshoe bats is an additional qualifying
feature, but not the primary reason for the selection of the site.
Poole Bay to Lyme Bay Reefs draft Special Area of Conservation
In 2009 Natural England announced a new set of marine SACs to increase the representation
of reefs and sandbanks within the Natura 2000 network. At the time of writing these are
known as draft SAC (dSAC) and are awaiting a final decision on designation following a public
consultation. The Poole Bay to Lyme Bay Reefs dSAC contains four separate areas, one of
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which, Lyme Bay Reefs, has a boundary along the low water mark in the south of the parish.
Lyme Bay Reefs is proposed as an SAC as a result of its reef features, which range from
cobbles and boulders to different types of bedrock. The wide variety of hard substrates
support an equally wide range of seabed animals, including corals, such as the pink sea fan
and sunset coral, sponges and bryozoans (‘moss animals’). Some of these species are longlived and slow growing, which makes them particularly vulnerable to damage from human
activities. The rich seabed communities also support a range of commercially important
species such as scallop, crab and lobster.
County Wildlife Sites
Beer Quarry and Caves County Wildlife Site (see above)
Beer Head County Wildlife Site covers an area of 2.7ha and is located near Beer Head on
the coast. It abuts the Sidmouth to Beer Coast SSSI. The CWS was surveyed in 1993 when it
supported semi-improved calcareous grassland. The southern end had the greatest species
richness with plant species including salad-burnet, chalk milkwort, wild thyme and the
Devon notable common rock-rose. There was some blackthorn, hawthorn, holly and elder
scrub towards the west of the site. The northern end of the site had semi-improved
grassland with salad-burnet and common bird’s-foot-trefoil within the flora. Sea mouseear, a Devon notable plant, has also been recorded here. White horehound, a nationally
scarce and Devon notable plant has been recorded in the vicinity.
Beer Fields County Wildlife Site is located in the east of the parish on the east-facing
slopes between Beer and Seaton. The 7.5ha site was surveyed in 2005 and the description
here is a summary of the report from that survey. The main field to the north supported
semi-improved neutral grassland (with cock’s-foot, Yorkshire-fog and creeping thistle) and
improved neutral grassland (dominated by perennial rye-grass) with unimproved
calcareous grassland on the steeper slopes. The calcareous grassland on the steep part of
the field was species-rich and included salad burnet, common bird’s-foot-trefoil, cat’s-ear,
quaking grass, meadow vetchling, field woodrush, common knapweed, timothy, sweetvernal grass and the Devon notables pyramidal orchid, bee orchid and cowslip. There was
a wet flush through the middle, with some marginal plants and a couple of areas of scrub.
To the south-east there was another area on the steeper ground with calcareous
grassland. Hound’s-tongue (a Devon notable plant) was growing here. The lower slopes
were semi-improved. Other notable species recorded during the 2005 survey were
common dormouse (feeding signs), cinnabar, mistle thrush, swallow and roe deer. The
common dormouse is both a UK and Devon Biodiversity Action Plan priority species. Other
species recorded in the area during the 2005 survey included several butterflies (meadow
brown, ringlet and red admiral), chiffchaff, greenfinch, goldfinch and wood pigeon.
Bovey Lane Fields County Wildlife Site is located on the south-west facing slopes within
the valley to the north-west of Beer village, north of Bovey Lane. The 4.9ha site abuts
Bovey Lane Quarries CWS and was surveyed in 2005. It comprises two fields, with a small
copse between them, and various areas of either scattered trees, bramble or bracken.
The larger field to the north was described as mainly semi-improved grassland dominated by
perennial rye-grass, white clover, creeping buttercup, Yorkshire-fog and cock’s-foot. The
eastern, steeper, section was botanically more interesting and included agrimony, common
knapweed, selfheal, common bird’s-foot-trefoil, smooth hawk’s-beard, cats-ear and
germander speedwell. The lower slopes on the western side of the field were also less
improved in nature with some ant hills present. Flora included salad burnet, common
knapweed, agrimony, milkwort, quaking grass, field scabious, selfheal, ox-eye daisy and
common bird’s-foot-trefoil and the Devon notable plants, pyramidal orchid, dwarf thistle and
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hoary plantain. There were numerous butterflies, grasshoppers and bees at the time of 2005
survey. Meadow brown, ringlet, marbled white and six-spot burnet were noted.
The steep field to the south supported quaking grass, marjoram, mouse-ear hawkweed and
black meddick as well as some of the species recorded in the field to the north. It also had
some spear thistle and ragwort.
The small copse supported field maple, hazel, ash, oak, holly, blackthorn and hawthorn. The
woodland ground flora included primrose, ground-ivy and dog’s mercury. Other notable
species recorded here in 2005 were badger and yellowhammer.
Bovey Lane Quarries County Wildlife Site is situated on the south-west facing slopes of
the valley north-west of Beer village, north of Bovey Lane. The site covers 14.6ha and was
surveyed in 1987. The site includes an area of disused quarry. The site supported
unimproved calcareous grassland with some scrub and woodland. The floristically diverse
grasslands were mainly on the steeper slopes. Species included wild thyme, fairy flax, salad
burnet, oxeye daisy, restharrow, common knapweed, field scabious, common bird’s-foot
trefoil, lesser hawkbit, rough hawkbit, selfheal, eyebright, marjoram, quacking grass,
crested dog’s-tail and yellow oat-grass and the Devon notables dwarf thistle, hoary
plantain, autumn lady’s-tresses, downy oat-grass, small scabious and common rock-rose.
Other Designations in the Parish of Beer
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
Natural Areas
Regional Nature Map
Coastal Preservation Zone
Public Utilities
An attempt is being made by the Parish Council to underground the electricity and telephone
cables from the Anchor Inn to the top of Common Lane by the cattle grid entrance to Beer
Common under a scheme by Western Power. 6
Public Access
There is good public access to most of the special wildlife sites such as SSSIs, SACs and County
Wildlife Sites also to green lanes, the beach, children’s play areas, public gardens, Beer Albion
Football Ground, churchyard, graveyard, cemetery, South Down Common, Couchill Woods and
allotments within the Parish of Beer
Renewable Energy
There may be potential to produce energy from solar, wind and tide. However, there may be
visual restraints to large tracts of solar panels and/or windmills. Tidal power would not have the
same impact on the landscape or seascape.
CO2 Emissions
There are some projects that would help to lower CO2 emissions: Encouraging walk between Beer
and Seaton (the next town used by many residents for shopping) this could be enhanced by
further development and completion of Cowerslea Way (New path by New Road).
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Village Design Statement
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Development Constraints
There are various constraints on development:
• Residents have an aspiration to remain a small village (Village Design Statement)
• Topography – Steepness of terrain (geological survey)
• Prevention ribbon development and urbanisation of the countryside (Village Design
Statement)
• Various designations as listed: (Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer)
Flooding:
There are flooding issues in the village from time to time. These tend to be short-lived as the
water is able to escape to the sea, but has in the past caused significant damage. (In August 2004
– approximately six families had to leave their homes for extended periods of time due to
damage.)
After prolonged rainfall the local chalk and greensands become saturated and The Brook, after a
delay, runs at capacity. This causes The Brook to overflow immediately in the case of a downpour
causing damage to Fore Street properties 7.
The Parish Council tries to alleviate this occurring, with limited success, by spending time and
money on keeping The Brook free of silt deposits and debris.
On some occasions modern agricultural practices have appeared to exacerbate flooding in the
village. However, these issues have been addressed by mutual agreement with the Landowner
who has restricted the use of some fields and reduced the intensity in others.
The consultation that took place in preparing the Beer Village Design Statement provides us with
some clues as to what local people feel about their surrounding natural environment. “The
geological features of the area …. Provide a range of vistas from any points in and around the
village. Many residents consider that in parts of the villages these vistas and skylines have already
been impaired to some degree by building developments and that all ridges and high ground
should in future be protected in order to preserve what remains of the skyline. The flora and fauna
of the area are also seen as making a vital contribution to the rural ethos of the parish and village.
An overwhelming majority of respondents … feel strongly that existing trees should be protected
and also that they should be better managed than they currently are.
A very substantial majority support the planting of more trees where this is practicable.
Virtually all respondents feel strongly that existing areas of natural vegetation should be
protected, as should ancient hedgerows. They would also support the setting aside …of areas of
land as nature reserves.
There is widespread recognition that wild creatures share the village and that they make a positive
contribution to its character.
Almost all respondents think that bats, slow worms, butterflies, dormice and most forms of wildlife
should be protected.”
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Geology of Wessex Coast by Ian West Southampton University
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The Planning Guidelines in the Village Design Statement state:
Key Questions
• How can we maintain bio-diversity?
• How can we preserve and extend Devon banks, hedges and natural stonewalls?
• Are there any agricultural issues?
• What needs to be done to maintain the Brook?
• How significant is the ‘green wedge’ between Beer and Seaton?
• What should be the limits of renewable energy generation and extraction?
• How can we ensure that new development has minimum impact on the natural
environment?
Sources:
JCWHS documentation Jurassic Coast Team http://jurassiccoast.org/downloads/
SSSI documentation Various http://www.devon.gov.uk/wildlife_designations
AONB documentation ANOB Team http://www.eastdevonaonb.org.uk/index.php?page=aonbmanagement-plan
Beer Village Heritage literature Beer Village Heritage – Mike Green
http://www.beervillageheritage.org.uk/leaflets
Community Land Trust documentation Beer CLT – Geoff Pook http://www.beerparishcouncil.org.uk/
The Prehistory of Beer Head Martin Tingle BAR British Series 2701998
Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer Anne Harvey for DCC http://www.devon.gov.uk/beerpba.pdf
Geology Survey Ian West2013 http://www.southampton.ac.uk/~imw/Beer.htm
Enterprise with Plymouth University http://www1.plymouth.ac.uk/research/mberc/Research/Marine
resource management/Pages/Marine Protected Areas.aspx
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Topic: Maritime and Shoreline
Parish Maritime Characteristics
Heritage Centre and Fish-houses are at the central entrance to a curved beach between concrete
pier (breakwater) and First Point, with a cliff backdrop. A working beach supports a small local
fishing fleet, a fresh fish shop and tourist-dependent businesses.
Cliffs and beaches at Whitecliff and from First Point to Beer Head less accessible (tide dependent)
Hooken Beach accessible from Hooken Landslip.
Concrete Pier
The concrete pier is crucial to beach stability. Although there are some inconveniences caused by
the increase in beach volume, such as lengthening the capstan wires for the fishing fleet, the overall
stability provides safety in times of gales for the fishing fleet, beach cafes, Fine Foundation Centre
and other beach infrastructure and businesses.
The maintenance of the concrete pier is backed up by the Shoreline Management Plan. The SMP for
Beer short, medium and long-term Policy Unit 6a32 states “continue to maintain defences under
Hold Line Policy to provide continued protection to Beer”.
If the beach continues to grow the pier may need modifying. The beach usually needs levelling at the
beginning of the season (carried out by the owners, East Devon DC) in order that tourism and fishing
businesses can continue.
The Beer fishing fleet has recently been involved with “Blue Marine” to help manage fishing in Lyme
Bay in a more sustainable way – To this end they have recently acquired an ice making machine,
insulated fish boxes and refrigeration plant in order to increase the quality and value of their catch.
Relevant Extracts from the Shoreline Management Plan affecting East Devon
“5.4 Thorncombe Beacon to Beer Head
This section of coast is characterised by dramatic, geologically important cliffs which are subject to
large-scale complex land-sliding. These events are difficult to predict with any certainty, making
management of this shoreline difficult. Sediment inter-linkages along this frontage are relatively
weak due to the interruptions caused by headlands. The nature of the erosion of these cliffs is
integral to their designations and landscape value, however the area is also important for tourism,
with resorts at Seatown, Charmouth, Lyme Regis, Seaton and Beer heavily dependent upon this. A
key driver of policy is therefore to allow the continuation of natural coastline evolution whilst
managing the risk of erosion and flooding to the key settlements. At Beer, defences will reduce flood
risk and retain beach material, as well as ensuring access to the shoreline continues to be provided
for the benefit of the area’s economy. Throughout this whole area the majority of properties and
other assets will be retained with this plan. However, some changes will occur and potential for
losses will exist. There is therefore a need for measures to be put into place to manage the relocation
of people, property and infrastructure in the longer term” 8.
Marine
Cliff faces are important nesting sites for seabirds (gulls and shags etc) and mining bees, and the
rock pools for a variety of marine life; seaweeds, shellfish and fish 9. Also out in Lyme Bay are
various important species: pink sea fan and sunset coral, sponges and bryozoans 10.
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Shoreline Management Plan
Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer
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There are proposals for an SAC for Lyme Bay Reefs (Enterprise with Plymouth University).
Beach Users:
Fishing fleet
Tourist hire boats and fishing trips
Beach Cafes (seasonal)
Deckchair, bathing hut proprietors (seasonal)
Beer Sailing Club
Beer Luggers Club (seasonal)
Tourists, visitors and residents
Other Coastal Facilities
Memorial Gardens and children’s play area
The Jubilee public gardens have three public shelters from the rain. One of these, the Self Shelter,
has an impressive display of some of Beer’s geology and history and is much appreciated by locals
and visitors alike.
Charlie’s Yard is a public space at the foot of Sea Hill complete with a shelter from the rain
Public Toilets are at the top of Sea Hill.
There have been aspirations from the Fisherman’s Association for toilets on the beach, but they
would be below the level of the sewer and would require storage tanks and pumps to operate. The
cost is one of the constraints to progressing this project.
The public toilets (the only ones left in Beer now) are considered vital to the prosperity and
convenience of locals and tourists alike using the Beach and the Village.
Coastal Footpath
Beer is at the centre of one of the most
stunning and much loved sections of
the South West Coastal Footpath. The
path is vulnerable in places to coastal
erosion. For instance, from Beer to
Seaton, a permanent route change
was made in September 2013
following a cliff fall that severed Old
Beer Road. The Coast Path has been
diverted inland. At low tide walkers
can continue to use the beach route
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Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer
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Development Constraints
Beer Village Design Statement, EDDC planning, community watchfulness, pebble beach, eroding
cliffs, hilly topography, World Heritage Site
Key Questions
• What can done to ensure the beach and the concrete pier are well maintained and fit for
purpose?
• How do we ensure access to the water is maintained?
• How best can we ensure we have viable and prosperous fishing and angling industry?
• What needs to be done to help maintain a prosperous tourist industry?
• How can we support the Fine Foundation Centre which has a remit with the local
environment and marine wildlife?
• How important are public toilets on the Jubilee and how do we ensure they remain well
maintained?
• The Self Shelter is an important facility for visitors how do we ensure it remains appealing?
• How should we maintain and enhance public open spaces and play areas for the benefit of
both visitors and locals?
• Do we need to introduce green buffer zones to protect views, ecology and the natural
landscape?
• Is off-shore oil extraction and fracking acceptable?
Sources:
Shoreline Management Plan, http://www.sdadcag.org/docs/SMP/Policy_Statements/23.pdf
SSSI http://www.devon.gov.uk/wildlife_designations
Beer Parish Council http://www.beerparishcouncil.org.uk/
General Beer info http://www.beer-devon.co.uk/
Beer Jurassic Coast info http://www.beervillageheritage.org.uk/
Parish Biodiversity Audit for Beer http://www.devon.gov.uk/beerpba.pdf
Blue Marine http://www.bluemarinefoundation.com/projects/lyme-bay/ http://jurassiccoast.org/
Jurassic Coast Management Plan Jurassic Coast Team 2013
Beer Sailing Club http://www.beersailingclub.co.uk/
Beer Luggers Club http://www.beer-luggers-club.com/
http://www.beerluggers.co.uk/Beer_Luggers/Home.html
Six Acre Standard http://www.eastdevon.gov.uk/env029-eastdevonopenspacestudy.pdf
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Topic: Built Environment
Parish Overview
Beer is a picturesque, traditional fishing village on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site. It sits along
a steep-sided valley with Fore Street running down the middle. It is possible, from almost anywhere
in the village, to see many houses and hills at once because of the conspicuous 3-D perspective. The
size of population has been fairly steady over the centuries at around 1500, except in recent times,
during the summer, when it swells considerably with the influx of visitors and tourists.
It has no harbour but from the working beach a small fleet of fishing boats harvest mainly crabs,
lobsters and mackerel from the bay. The skippered fishing boats may also often be hired by sea
anglers. The pebble beach is fairly steep so winches and cables have always been necessary to pull
up the boats at the end of the day. The beach is also home to three popular cafes open throughout
the summer season.
The access road to beach from Fore Street, Sea Hill, is home to the fishermen's operational buildings
and fresh fish shop, the local Heritage Centre, and Charlie's Yard. The operational buildings are old
and stone built, as is Charlie's Yard. Charlie's Yard is a large, walled stone patio forming the flat roof
of an embrasured 11, closed WW2 building underneath. It offers easy access and affords a lovely view
of the bay.
The Heritage Centre is a modern timber structure provided by a Beer Village Heritage community
project, supported with vital funding from the Fine Foundation and Devon County Council. The
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site has interpreted the crucial connections between the local geology
and architecture and history of Beer for the benefit of the public at large.
Beer has a rich history of quarrying, fishing, smuggling, agriculture and lace making. There has
always been an abundance of natural materials such as pebbles, flint and Beer stone (a virtually pure
chalk limestone). This is clearly evident in the many old buildings around the village, and particularly
in Fore Street.
Flints were used for tools in the Stone Age, in walls and buildings later on. Beer Stone has been
quarried since Roman times. Like flint it is common in the local architecture, but is also a rather
special stone, requiring artisan and craftsman skills for the intricate masonry and sculpting
challenges associated with cathedrals around the world. Village architecture ranges from 15th and
16th century to the contemporary, with local stone being used in many cases.
The Brook winds its way in an open channel alongside The Causeway, Fore Street and Sea Hill down
to the sea. Originally it was used by the fishwives to dispose of the discards from fish cleaning and
filleting. Now, in our modern times, it is a rather pleasant, gurgling historical feature adding to the
beauty of the street view.
A short distance up the road to the west (The Causeway continuing as Quarry Lane) from the village,
but still within the parish, lie Beer Quarry Caves. The caves are and have long been renowned for the
mining of Beer stone. The Romans were the first to recognise the qualities of Beer stone. They found
it relatively soft when first quarried, when on exposure to air it hardens fivefold and turns a beautiful
creamy white. Cut into fine ashlars, it yields a smooth finish and forms the closest joints and was
once used a lot locally. It is ideal for carving fine detailed designs below ground, when it is soft, and
becomes very durable when subsequently the sculpture is allowed to harden above ground, before
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embrasure is the opening in a battlement between two raised solid portions
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going off to its destination. Over the centuries Beer Quarry Caves has hugely extended to meet stone
demand, resulting in massive supporting columns and chambers, reminiscent of a growing, majestic
structure in its own right. It has been used in half of Britain’s cathedrals and in many churches.
Nowadays Beer stone tends to be used for repair purposes only.
The Beer Sailing Club is a brand new building perched on the limestone cliffs to the west of Sea Hill
overlooking the bay. It has full facilities for handling national and international sailing competitions
whilst entertaining sailors and visitors courteously.
Briefly then, Beer is a small, historical fishing village nestling in a narrow valley running to the sea. Its
history, topography, geology and built environment are closely intertwined. The ever-growing beach
gently curves around the bay from the protruding, protecting Beer Head at the west end, to the
breakwater at its eastern end. It has many old and beautiful houses visible from the beach seen
rising up the hilly landscape, on to the green fields and hilltops behind. In bygone times, between
dropping fish guttings into The Brook the fishwives would make lace, some being used on Queen
Victoria's wedding attire. Some fishermen would also work the land or earn in the caves to
supplement their fishing income. The smaller homes, down in the village, would house this working
community and many still exist. The bigger, elegant properties, in the higher points around the
valley, were for the wealthier property owners and their entourage, and they still exist. The cliffs,
either side the beach, suffer occasional falls and landslips and seem to have discouraged all
development anywhere near the edge. To add a nautical perspective, Beer Head is the last white cliff
seen from the sea by sailors making westerly passage. This has ensured that it has been a critical
navigational landmark since times long gone.
Physical Attributes
Beer Head juts out into the English Channel sheltering Beer beach from the worst of the
"Souwesters". This has enabled fishing boats to put out to sea from Beer, or come into Beer when
the weather made it extremely dangerous to do so for neighbouring communities, e.g. Seaton and
Sidmouth. Many centuries ago this meant that the fishing fleet at Beer became well established
because it could be active when others were harbour bound, and the local community developed
around it.
Use of Local Stone
The abundance and variety of local stone ensured a ready accessible supply for building projects.
Many of the very old buildings were of sturdy construction and so are still in use. Much of the charm
of the village arises from this visible potpourri of architectures and ages bound by the common
thread of local materials.
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(Titbit: Bacteria taken from cliffs at Beer were launched to the International Space Station in 2008.
The Beer microbes were placed on the European Space Agency's (ESA) Technology Exposure Facility
and were sent up still sitting on, and in, small chunks of cliff rock from the Jurassic Coast. After 553days they found that many were still alive. The survivors are now reproducing in a laboratory. This
was part of an experiment to study the survival of microbes (which naturally live on the stone) in
extreme conditions)
Beer Stone
Beer Quarry Caves were first exploited by the Romans when they discovered the local chalk stone
was readily quarried and made into blocks suitable for building. Its practically unblemished texture
also made it suitable for detailed and artistic sculpting. Clear evidence of its use in buildings and
walls is quickly revealed with a stroll around the village. Typical, more intricate carvings are palpable
at the entrance St Michael's Church, as in many churches and cathedrals around the country. Exeter
Cathedral relies on Beer stone for window tracery, vault ribs and some ashlars (wall stones)
Topography
The hilly topography, clearly visible with a stroll around the village, ensures that it is frequently
possible to see many properties in one take, whereas on a flat landscape one can see little other
than the immediate surroundings. This adds to the pleasantness of the view and needs to be
cherished. Whilst developments rising up the valley sides can look attractive the affect can be
reversed where the skyline is intruded upon.
Boundaries
On its eastern side Beer village sits close to Seaton with a couple of fields to the boundary and the
first Seaton houses. To the north is mixed farmland stretching the A3052, the main trunk road from
Lyme Regis to Exeter. To the west, towards Branscombe, between the sea and the A3052 there are
significant tracts of trust land used mainly for general agriculture. It was in this westerly direction
that the first affordable housing project in Beer, Short Furlong, pushed the building line. This reflects
that the declared top priority for Beer Parish Council was the sensible provision of affordable homes
for local people. Since then there has been the setting up of Beer Community Land Trust Ltd. Beer
CLT is now formally established as an Industrial Provident Society with the aim of developing
community assets for the benefit of the community, the highest priority being the development of
affordable housing. Recently, after obtaining the necessary legal status, the CLT commenced it first
affordable housing development, again pushing the building zone westerly.
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What's in Place Now?
Beer Village Design Statement
Beer in Bloom Brochure 2014
Significant Architectural Features
• Old cottages comprising flint, stone and thatch,
• Beer stone walling, houses - both structural and decorative
• Listed buildings
• Arts and crafts houses
• The Brook, a canalised old stream flowing alongside Fore Street
• Old water conduits and iron tap - remnants of older times
• The Brook - "canalised" running alongside Fore Street
The consultation that took place in preparing the Beer Village Design Statement provides us with
some clues as to what local people feel about their built environment. “The way in which the built
and natural environment are managed has an immediate impact on the quality of life in the village.
Strong views have been expressed regarding the management of traffic, the upkeep of hedges and
walls and the cleanliness of the village.
A majority of respondents is strongly in favour of the improvement of existing amenities and tourist
attractions….
An overwhelming majority of respondents is in favour of placing services, such as electricity and
telephone, underground and would welcome the option to have cable TV.
The beach scene is an important characteristic of the village. Residents wish to retain the charm of its
combination of working fishing village and leisure amenity. There is a general satisfaction concerning
the access, signs and seating. However a majority feels that the beach area would be improved by
stricter litter control and the provision of toilets at beach level.
Materials used in the construction of boundaries in the form of walls, hedges and fences should
wherever possible match those existing in the local area. A substantial majority in the village favours
the use of local materials.”
Gardens and open spaces are important to the people of Beer.
Beer residents strongly support sustainable farming practice, which helps avoid flash flooding.
Footpaths which cross the village are seen as particularly desirable. A majority of villagers would like
to see the inclusion of footpaths in any new development.
Most residents think that roads should be of traditional Devon design with banks, walls and
hedges….”
The Village Design Statement includes the following policy guidelines:
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As regards further building and development, the results of the consultation around the Village
Design Statement shows the following preferences and majority views were expressed by local
people in 2006:
• The built-up area boundary should remain
• New housing development should be limited
• More dwelling space can be found by extending existing property or converting larger
properties into two or more dwellings
• Extensions should be in character and not exceed 25% of the original building
• Dormer windows should not exceed 15% of the overall roof size
• Window design should be the same as the original building
• Roof shapes and materials should be the same as the original building
• New buildings should be in harmony with neighbouring properties
• Local materials should be favoured
• Flat roofs are not acceptable
• Sustainable building practices should be adopted
These views resulted in the following policy guidelines being included in the Village Design
Statement:
Landowners
There is one main landowner - Clinton-Devon Estates.
Other significant landowners are Devon County Council and the National Trust.
Most of the properties in the village are separately and individually owned.
There are some housing trust properties, including Short Furlong (affordable houses)
Planning Environment
There are several designations which apply to the Parish which bear on local planning law:
Beer Village Design Statement (VDS) which has been incorporated as local guidelines into the formal
planning process.
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Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)
- Sidmouth to Beer Coast SSI
- Beer Quarry & Caves SSI
- Beer Quarry & Caves Special Area of Conservation (SAC)
- Beer Quarry and Caves County Wildlife Site
- Sidmouth to West Bay Special Area of Conservation
- Beer Head County Wildlife Site
- Beer Fields County Wildlife Site
- Bovey Lane Fields County Wildlife Site
- Bovey Lane Quarries County Wildlife Site
- East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
- Cemetery & Graveyards (orchid management / grass-cutting regime EDDC)
Beer Conservation Area
The present Beer Conservation Area was designated in 1973 and extended in 1990. It mainly
comprises the historic village core centred on Fore Street, the coastal fringe and large houses on the
soles to the east and north of the village. Within the existing conservation area are some 40
individually listed buildings.
The most noteworthy of the listed buildings according to EDDC’s Conservation Area Appraisal are the
ecclesiastical buildings of:
The Parish Church of St Michael built 1876/77
The Congregational Church opened 1866
The Almshouses and Charity School 1820
The Cemetery Chapel 1866
The Conservation Area Appraisal identified the following “features of special importance”:
• A particularly attractive setting in a narrow valley sloping towards the sea
• The main street
• The fast flowing stream in a narrow channel and the two 18th century conduits
• Extensive use of Beer stone
• The considerable Arts and Crafts influence
• Some good examples of early 20th century housing
• A wealth of mature trees
In summary the Appraisal concludes: “….Beer has a number of exceptional qualities. It is therefore
essential to maintain adequate conservation disciplines for the future to check any further advances
in the erosion of the character of its dramatic natural setting or of what remains of the high quality
of built environment.” 12
12
Beer conservation Area Appraisal, East Devon DC, 1999
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Tourism
The sea, the cliffs, the village setting and the beach have proved very attractive to tourism. This is
evidenced by the number of businesses catering to the trade, some year-round and some seasonally
only. The village has two hotel pubs, a third pub and numerous restaurants, including one in each
pub. There is a social club, a wine bar and bistro. Along Fore Street are shops trading in groceries,
deli, ice cream, newsagent, off-licence, fish and chips, art galleries, outdoor clothing, fashion
clothing, pharmacy, estate agent, holiday rentals, post office, trophies and trinkets. Families
comprise the summer seasonal tourists who stay for a week, whereas walkers and cyclists prefer
short stay visits. The walkers and day visitors seem to come all year round. Beer Village Heritage
organises educational teach-ins, e.g. talks, conducted walks, rock pool safaris, presentations and
displays in the Fine Foundation Heritage Centre. It relies totally on volunteers and donations to
function. Its continued viability is testament to the quality of its product and its clear attraction to
the heritage tourist. The prosperity of Beer is closely linked to tourism.
Future reviews of major projects, road layout, parking, street scene etc. should include formal
consideration of the effects on tourism.
The Future
Energy production
Sun, wind and tide may be harnessed. There would be severe constraints sought where a proposal
included conspicuous, visual changes to the existing scene.
It is not clear, at this stage, where fracking might be considered, but the complex natural and built
heritage of the Parish would impede any planning process.
Reduction of CO2 emissions
As an essentially residential area a reduction in CO2 emissions invites three channels of
investigation:
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•
•
Using planning standard to force up the energy efficiency of new build
Persuading dwellers in older properties to take steps improve the existing energy efficiency
in some specific way
• Exploit technical innovation to reduce CO2 generation as it happens
The first two items seem already to fall within the remit of national government. The 3rd item might
be worthy of some sort of sponsorship or reward scheme.
Key Questions
• Can and should the principles of the Beer Village Design Statement be incorporated into NP
so that the planning guidelines therein become rules?
• To what extent do we need to clarify and/or amend policies in the Village Design
Statement?
• What principles if any should we establish for the future growth of Beer?
• To what extent should "benefitting tourism" guide our neighbourhood planning?
• Should we rationalise and prioritise the various designations and protections to
undeveloped land?
• Should parts of the village centre be pedestrian priority areas, some or all of the time?
• Should we enable Fore Street to be used for a range of outdoor leisure (including dining)
activities?
• How can we support environmental improvements to the public spaces?
• How can we encourage and facilitate the use of renewable energy?
Sources:
Wikipedia
Beer Fine Foundation Centre
http://www.beervillageheritage.org.uk
Leaflets- Beer Geology & Architecture Walk (pdf); Jurassic-coast; Beer-history
http://www.devon.gov.uk/geology-trail.pdf
Beer in Bloom Brochure 2014
http://www.beerquarrycaves.co.uk/
Beer Village Design Statement
EDDC : http://www.eastdevon.gov.uk/map_index
Websites various including:
DCC/Beer
EDDC/Beer
EDDC Planning
Beer Parish Council
Beer Quarry Caves
Beer Village Heritage
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Topic: People and Housing
Demographics
The majority of the parish’s population resides within the built-up area of Beer. Its overall density is
quite low given the range of estate and individual houses.
Beer is getting older! Comparison with the 2001 Census shows all age groups up to the age of 19 are
reducing. Over 19 years there are increases and decreases within different age bands with the
average age for the parish going from 46 to 48 an increase of 5%. Whilst this trend is nationwide the
Beer increase is greater than East Devon as a whole, East Devon is greater than South West and
South West greater than England.
The greatest increase is in the 60 to 64 age group, 39% and the greatest decrease in the under 18
age groups. On this basis, without a significant growth or migration effect, the population is likely to
get older.
As shown by all data the population is decreasing in all but the older age groups again in contrast to
other areas of the country.
Population data confirms that Beer has a relatively low proportion of young working families, i.e.
those aged 24 to 44 year olds. This has serious impact on all aspects of village life and is thought to
be primarily down to the lack of affordable housing for young families whether they are historically
from the village or now working and living in the general area.
There is minimal ethnic diversity but this is not un-typical for a small village in the South West.
Beer Parish - Age Structure 2011
2011
No.
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2001 change
%
%
01→11
Age 0 to 4
53
4.0
3.9
0.1
Age 5 to 7
31
2.4
2.4
0.0
Age 8 to 9
14
1.1
1.7
-0.6
Age 10 to 14
59
4.5
5.8
-1.3
Age 15
10
0.8
0.9
-0.1
Age 16 to 17
38
2.9
3.9
-1.0
Age 18 to 19
20
1.5
1.7
-0.2
Age 20 to 24
43
3.3
2.8
0.5
Age 25 to 29
54
4.1
3.9
0.2
Age 30 to 44
172
13.1
15.7
-2.6
Age 45 to 59
309
23.5
25.4
-1.9
Age 60 to 64
158
12.0
7.0
5.0
Age 65 to 74
204
15.5
11.9
3.6
Age 75 to 84
99
7.5
9.8
-2.3
Age 85 to 89
34
2.6
2.0
0.6
Age 90 & over
19
1317
1.2
100
1.0
100
0.2
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Housing
Home-ownership, outright and mortgage has reduced since the previous census whilst social rented
has increased; however overall ownership is higher than national figures.
The Housing Needs Survey for Beer 13 in July 2013 identified 27 respondents who could not afford to
buy or rent on the open market. Twenty four required rental accommodation whilst three were
looking for shared equity or ownership.
“The majority of sales in Beer during the last year were terraced properties, selling for an average
price of £268,578. Detached properties sold for an average of £828,829, with flats fetching £106,571.
Beer, with an overall average price of £396,511 was more expensive than nearby Seaton (£219,230)
and Colyton (£233,065), but was cheaper than Branscombe (£521,500). Overall sold prices in Beer
over the last year were 38% up on the previous year and 15% down on the 2010 level of £463,859.” 14
Average house prices are in excess of £230,000 for a 3-bedroom house whilst average earnings are
around £20,000pa. Housing is therefore out of reach to many local people.
The majority of the 800 or so dwellings in the parish are owned or mortgaged, with a high, 20%,
portion of holiday homes or holiday lets.
The need for housing was also the subject of consultation by East Devon DC in 2013. As a result of
this consultation the draft East Devon Village Development Plan document makes the following
reference to needs:
“Recognising the need for affordable housing, the local community would support the provision of 40
dwellings in the Plan period and the provision of around ten small business units. There is also a
strong community desire to see new homes being used for full time short-term holiday lets or
permanent homes to eliminate predominantly empty second homes within housing estates.
New development in the village/parish should comply with the Village Design Statement, adopted in
2006. It should respect the local character and vernacular, and the high quality landscape setting of
the village, with the use of dressed Beer stone, chert, random flint rubble, slate and painted timber
being preferred. New infrastructure, such as wires, should be located underground to avoid their
proliferation spoiling the skyline.
Land Supply
Seven houses already have permission at the Quarry sheds and it is proposed that these are allocated
in the Plan, leaving a site or sites for 33 houses to be identified. At the present time and on the basis
of available evidence and through site assessment it has not been possible to identify a suitable site
for this development due to the need to protect the high quality AONB landscape and historic assets
and constraints imposed by the local topography. However the Parish has been approved as a
Neighbourhood Area and the Parish Council may wish to consider potential sites through the
Neighbourhood Plan. The situation will be reassessed at Plan review.” 15
The draft document proposes the following development policy for new housing:
Policy 6 – Residential Land Allocation at Beer
Land is allocated in Beer at the old quarry caves (Site X001) to accommodate 7 new dwellings 16.
13
Commissioned by the Beer Community Land Trust and carried out by Community Council of Devon
Right Move website Sep 2014 http://www.rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/Beer.html
15
East Devon Villages Plan Consultation Draft, East Devon DC, Jan 2014
16
These 7 dwellings are those referred to in the paragraph above from the draft East Devon Village Development Plan
14
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Due to the need to protect the high quality landscape and historic assets and due to constraints
imposed by topography it has not been possible at this stage of work to identify a site or sites to
accommodate the remaining 33 dwellings allocated for Beer, further evidence is sought.
The local community may wish to allocate this housing through a Neighbourhood Plan and
situation will be reassessed at Local Plan review.
(As part of this consultation exercise views and especially evidence are sought on potential sites for
allocation).
Design and choice of material consideration will be critical for any new development in Beer and they
should complement the outstanding character of the town’s built heritage.”
Two sites were put forward for appraisal as part of the SHLAA exercise 2013 (see map). The Parish
Council supports the allocation of both the sites which were put forward:
E320 (south west of Short Furlong)
E311 (south of Park Road)
Between them, these two sites could theoretically accommodate the whole of Beer’s allocation of
40 houses. The Parish would also like to see the provision of at least 40% affordable within this
allocation of 40, and the provision of around 10 small business units.
The landscape appraisal of the two sites raises significant concerns about the suitability of both sites.
“The two sites are both outside but adjacent to the existing Built-up Area Boundary. The topography
and high quality landscape of Beer precludes almost any new development on visual impact grounds.
The existing village is nestled in a steeply sided combe and new development would either extend up
the valley sides (where it would be very visually intrusive and prominent in the landscape) or
outwards along the valley in a ribbon pattern (no sites of this type have been submitted but in any
case this would extend built form much further into the countryside and away from facilities). E320 is
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particularly elevated and would be visible from a considerable distance across the valley, extending
development upwards into open countryside. E311 would extend development up the valley side
opposite Park Road, which currently forms a strong and clear building line, into open countryside and
would necessitate removal of a considerable section of hedgerow/trees.
From a landscape perspective there are serious concerns about the sites that have been identified. At
this current point it is considered that and development is likely to be best limited to
redevelopment/intensification of existing sites and infill.” 17
There were objections and/or concerns raised about the site by the County Archaeologist and the
Highways Department. Natural England also raised concerns that this site is within close proximity to
the World Heritage Site.
For good reason East Devon DC concludes that “ Sites E320 and E311 are both close to facilities and
the village centre but both are located in exceptionally high quality landscapes which could be
damaged by their development.
Site E311 contains archaeological remains so is considered to be a heritage asset and its yield is
reduced to 7 houses due to the steep gradient. Development for 33 houses would mean extending
the site much further along Park Road which would increase its visual impact significantly.
Site E320 is also very visible and, whilst the highways concerns about its inaccessibility may be
overcome, the topography is likely to considerably increase development costs and viability and
therefore provision of affordable housing could be reduced.”
Beer Parish - Household Type 2011
All Households
One Person Household
Couple Household; With Dependent Children
Couple Household; No Dependent Children
Lone Parent Household; With Dependent Children
Lone Parent Household; No Dependent Children
Multi-Person Household; All Full-Time Students
Multi-Person Household; Other
No.
591
173
96
279
18
12
0
13
%
29.3
16.3
47.3
3.0
2.0
0.0
2.2
100.0
Beer Parish - Tenure 2011
All Households
Owned; Owned Outright
Owned; Owned with a Mortgage or Loan
Shared Ownership (Part Owned and Part Rented)
Social Rented; Rented from Council (Local Authority)
Social Rented; Other
Private Rented; Private Landlord or Letting Agency
Private Rented; Other
Living Rent Free
total households
17
No.
591
277
139
6
53
19
72
14
11
591
%
46.9
23.5
1.0
9.0
3.2
12.2
2.4
1.9
100
East Devon Villages Plan Consultation Draft, East Devon DC, Jan 2014
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Key Questions
• How can we make housing available and affordable to local people?
• What type of new housing do we want?
• Where should new housing be developed?
• Should we continue to enforce occupancy rules on ex-council housing?
• How can we encourage greater participation in the planning and provision of new
housing?
• Would it benefit the community to limit the growth of second homes and holiday lets?
• What role has the Community Land Trust in providing housing, facilities and services in
Beer and how can the Plan help?
Sources:
2011 Census
FIO second homes EDDC Dec12 https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/second_homes
Beer Housing Needs Survey, Community Council Devon Aug 13
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Topic: Business and Jobs
The village has a high proportion of jobs in the service sector. These tend to be low pay and low skill
level, the range is commensurate with a typical tourist-focused community. The majority of higher
skilled jobs are found out of the village. There is a manufacturing company in the village however
this imports a significant proportion of its labour from around the general area and adjacent
parishes.
As there are few high skill jobs within the village, the training and better work opportunities are
mostly out of the village.
The village maintains an active commercial fishing industry which also provides an indirect tourist
appeal. Aside from our one major employer in the village most other local jobs are provided by small
enterprises and through self-employment.
There are possible opportunities to encourage employment with development of work shop facilities
or live-work units.
The existing major employer is situated on a constrained site and opportunities limited within or
even adjacent to the built-up area boundary. Recent history has shown that employment sites must
be affordable or else they are lost to housing. The visual/noise/smell impact of employment sites on
the AONB /conservation area must be carefully considered. There is one major employment site left
in the parish, which, in the opinion of the Parish Council, should be preserved for employment if
possible.
Much employment in the village is self-employed or small owner run businesses. These businesses
operate from a home but the work is very often carried out away from home. The demand for actual
home work needs to be assessed. There may be more opportunities for employees of larger
organisations out of the village to work from home however this needs to be researched. One most
relevant factors and a current constraint is the availability of broadband. Good fast Broadband is
required. Transport links are also going to be restricting, major roads are not feasible or wanted so
business types are restricted, e.g. if delivery was required large trucks will be a problem.
The number of jobs out of the village generates a relatively high level of car use at peak times and
demands for a bus service. More local employment would reduce the need to travel but only if pay,
skill levels and aspiration levels can be met. It is easy to conclude that it would be beneficial if Beer
could develop a range of higher level jobs. It is though that there would be a demand for specialist
fishing-related jobs, those requiring a good range of practical skills such as building.
Volunteer Resources
Beer has a number of professional/technical workers with a range of skills that could be more
effectively tapped into to support village projects. There is also a pool of retired professionals that
bring a range of volunteer capabilities. All kinds of volunteer opportunities are envisaged, and
indeed necessary, to fulfil the Community Land Trust’s ambitions.
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Beer Parish - Occupation 2011
All Usual Residents Aged 16 to 74 in Employment
1. Managers, Directors and Senior Officials
2. Professional Occupations
3. Associate Professional and Technical Occupations
4. Administrative and Secretarial Occupations
5. Skilled Trades Occupations
6. Caring, Leisure and Other Service Occupations
7. Sales and Customer Service Occupations
8. Process, Plant and Machine Operatives
9. Elementary Occupations
No.
633
106
76
57
47
134
65
42
32
74
%
16.7
12.0
9.0
7.4
21.2
10.3
6.6
5.1
11.7
100.0
Beer Parish - Industry 2011
Agriculture, forestry, fishing
Mining, quarrying
Manufacturing
Electricity, Gas, Steam and Air Conditioning Supply (Pollutant)
Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities
Construction
Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motor Cycles
Transport and Storage
Accommodation and Food Service Activities
Information and Communication
Financial and Insurance Activities
Real Estate Activities
Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities
Administrative and Support Service Activities
Public Administration and Defence; Compulsory Social Security
Education (Persons
Human Health and Social Work Activities
Other
No.
15
1
65
3
10
75
111
15
82
20
10
4
32
23
23
44
74
26
%
2.4
0.2
10.3
0.5
1.6
11.8
17.5
2.4
13.0
3.2
1.6
0.6
5.1
3.6
3.6
7.0
11.7
4.1
100.0
Beer Parish - Hours Worked 2011
All Usual Residents Aged 16 to 74 in Employment
Part-Time; 15 Hours or Less Worked
Part-Time; 16 to 30 Hours Worked
Full-Time; 31 to 48 Hours Worked
Full-Time; 49 or More Hours Worked
Males; Total
Males; Part-Time; 15 Hours or Less Worked
Males; Part-Time; 16 to 30 Hours Worked
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
No.
633
85
140
309
99
339
29
46
%
13.4
22.1
48.8
15.6
8.6
13.6
28
Males; Full-Time; 31 to 48 Hours Worked
Males; Full-Time; 49 or More Hours Worked
Females; Total
Females; Part-Time; 15 Hours or Less Worked
Females; Part-Time; 16 to 30 Hours Worked
Females; Full-Time; 31 to 48 Hours Worked
Females; Full-Time; 49 or More Hours Worked
Unemployed & Benefit Claimants
Beer & Branscombe Ward Feb 2014
Beer and
Branscombe
No.
Unemployed:
%
186
78
294
56
94
123
21
54.9
23.0
19.0
32.0
41.8
7.1
East
Devon
Great
Britain
(%)
(%)
All people
14
1.7
3.6
5.7
Males
11
2.4
3.9
6.5
Females
3
0.8
3.3
4.7
Aged 18-24
0
16.7
21.0
24.1
Aged 25-49
5
83.3
53.0
56.4
Aged 50 and over
0
0.0
25.3
19.4
Up to 6 months
5
83.3
68.7
53.1
Over 6 up to 12 months
0
0.0
15.3
16.9
Over 12 months
0
16.7
16.0
30.0
Total claimants
65
5.8
9.4
13.3
Job seekers
10
0.9
1.2
2.9
ESA and incapacity benefits
30
2.7
4.7
6.2
Lone parents
5
0.4
0.6
1.2
Carers
5
0.4
1.2
1.4
Others on income related benefits
0
0.0
0.3
0.3
by age of claimant:
by duration of claim:
Disabled
10
0.9
1.1
1.2
Bereaved
5
0.4
0.3
0.2
†
45
4.0
6.8
10.6
Key out-of-work benefits
Sources:
Nomis Statistics, 2014
Key Questions
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Is there a demand for more local jobs?
Are people content to commute?
Should we look to develop a skill/trade/artisan hub offering a live-work opportunities?
If we develop new housing should we allow for self employment including lock ups?
What can we do to encourage existing businesses to stay and expand in Beer?
Are there barriers to working from home?
How soon can we get high speed broadband across the whole parish?
Is there a need for local training and better job opportunities especially for young people?
Should we extend the tourist season to benefit the local commercial sector?
Can we assist the retail trade to improve and extend their offer?
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
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Topic: Transport and Parking
Beer is a small old village built originally for horses and carts, expansion from the 1900 related to the
vehicles around at that time being much smaller than the standard car or truck today. This has
resulted in the compact attractive village we have today but one that is, like most towns and villages
too small for today’s vehicles and the demands of their drivers or the customers they serve.
Environment Health Neighbourhood Assessment of 2010 reported that “the greatest concern to
some residents was speeding traffic and heavy lorries through the village and the sheer volume of
traffic in the village in summer. One resident said speeding through Causeway was especially bad and
suggested Police speed checks could be carried out in early mornings and around 5 pm which were
reported as the worst affected areas and time.
It was reported that cars were frequently parked on both sides of Clapps Lane which caused
congestion and poor visibility. There were other comments about inconsiderate and dangerous
parking throughout the village.”
Beer has with just two bus services the X53 - Jurassic Coaster (daily in summer, not on Sundays in
winter) and the 899 Sidmouth to Seaton and back, (Monday to Saturday only). Whilst these may be
crucial to the 14% of households that do not own a car and the general wellbeing of the older and
less mobile in the community, they are restricted in terms of choice of destination. The car,
therefore, remains the main form of transport. This applies to local commuters getting to work and
tourists coming to the village.
The car parks in Beer are clearly vital to the underpinning of this modern economy. As much of the
village was built before the family car was an everyday sight there has been little provision of
parking facilities as part of the home. Parking is at a premium in Beer and it tends to rely on two
large car parks to meet the need. Improving the pedestrian access between Beer and Seaton will
offer a small CO2 reduction benefit. This can be achieved in the shorter term by completing the west
end of Cowerslea Way but going forward beyond it remains a CO2 reduction challenge not yet
resolved.
On a grander scale the communities of, say, Beer and Seaton may be prepared to consider some sort
of circular "park & ride" service linking the resorts and calling at the key sites.
The nature of the parish and village with small roads naturally restricts traffic flow causing
congestion which ‘spoils’ the village in peak times. Parking is an issue although averaged throughout
the year might be regarded as acceptable.
The bus network and its use and demands need to be better understood, virtually all households
have a car available and we need to prove public transport demand before asking for more services.
It is not at all certain if local car use can be reduced! Tourist use of car parks within the village could
be reduced by the locating of a second car park outside the village on the Seaton Road thus reducing
driving though the village; however this would have other implications on the green space.
The main parking issues are sufficiency at peak times and the cost to locals as many houses in the
centre of the village do not have parking. The cost has recently been discussed by the Parish Council.
It is accepted that the knock on effect of insufficient parking during peak times is that many
residents and incoming workers park on residential roads causing congestion, unsightly street scene
and loss of amenity for residents.
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Cycling is likely to remain an option for the fit and keen because of the local topography. Within the
village cycling is not a problem; it’s the surrounding narrow hedge lanes and steep hills that cause
the major problems and dissuade some from cycling. There is not a cycle network in Beer and it’s not
a perceived demand.
There is a reasonable network of footpaths within the village and the majority of these are well
used. These can be divided into the in-village local paths and the coastal or walkers paths.
Overgrown paths on the more rural ways are a continuous issue but these are normally sorted out
quickly when made known. Dog fouling, especially on the in-village paths, remains a significant
problem.
The issue of dog fouling was highlighted in the Environment Health Neighbourhood Assessment of
2010. “A large number of residents raised the problem of dog fouling throughout the village, with the
worst affected areas said to be the beach, Cliff Field Car Park and the public footpaths. Some
residents thought dogs should be banned entirely from the beach and others said visitors’ dogs may
be responsible for the majority of fouling.”
Beer Parish - Car or Van Availability 2011
All Households
No Cars or Vans in Household
1 Car or Van in Household
2 Cars or Vans in Household
3 Cars or Vans in Household
4 or More Cars or Vans in Household
All Cars or Vans in the Area (Vehicles)
591
82
267
174
41
27
869
Beer Parish - Method of Transport to Work
No.
All Usual Residents Aged 16 to 74
998
Work Mainly at or From Home
85
Underground, Metro, Light Rail, Tram
1
Train
9
Bus, Minibus or Coach
7
Taxi
2
Motorcycle, Scooter or Moped
4
Driving a Car or Van
370
Passenger in a Car or Van
27
Bicycle
2
On Foot
122
Other Method of Travel to Work
4
13.9
45.2
29.4
6.9
4.6
%
13.4
0.2
1.4
1.1
0.3
0.6
58.5
4.3
0.3
19.3
0.6
Sources:
Environment Health Neighbourhood Assessment, EDDC, Feb 2010
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Key Questions
• Is the x53 bus service crucial to the life and well-being of Beer?
• Does public transport meet the needs of those travelling to work, education or social
activities?
• How could public transport services be improved to them more attractive to local people?
• Should we introduce further vehicle and or parking restrictions in the village?
• Does the village need more parking?
• Is there scope to create more off-street parking?
• Does current car usage despoil our special environment?
• Should all new development include adequate off-street parking?
• Are footpaths adequate or are there issues such as brambles, fouling, maintenance etc?
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
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Topic: Community Facilities and Services
There is a defined centre of village with beach as a sub centre and focus for tourism. There is a
relatively high level of sustainability given we have a range of everyday shops and tourism related
shops. The main facilities include a post office, meeting hall, churches, doctor’s surgery, school and
clubs. There is a good level of community participation with active clubs and organisation
committees and PC.
The village is reasonably well served with shops there being a mix of “essential” and tourist oriented
shops. The level of viability is probably the biggest issue. Previous village surveys have indicated
strong opposition to the loss of shops or commercial locations to housing.
The presence of shops and services ‘makes’ the village appear thriving and sustainable and certainly
more attractive to tourists. The majority of residents will use at least one of the shops on a regular
basis for convenience and the loss of the service would be significant but none would be considered
essential and the same majority will also use the major shopping facilities out of the village. Sales
trends are towards tourist demand rather than local ‘everyday supplies’. Trader sale information and
opinion is relevant and would be useful in determining future support. The major question must be,
can the shops be made more relevant to local demand?
The village centre and its facilities are afforded some protection by the following proposed policy of
East Devon DC:
Policy 5 - Village Centre Vitality
Beer village centre offers an unusually wide range of services and facilities which meet the everyday
needs of residents and contribute to a healthy tourist economy. The village centre is defined on the
Beer map and includes a range of retail, services, community uses, short-term visitor
accommodation, restaurants and takeaways.
To ensure that this mix of uses in the village centre is retained, and improved, applications for the
change to other uses, particularly residential, which would not contribute to village centre vitality,
will be refused unless it can be demonstrated that the use is no longer viable and there is no market
for it as a going concern. Evidence will need to be presented to show that the site has been actively
market for at least 12 months (ideally to cover two summers) at a sound, realistic and viable price for
the existing or similar uses. A vigorous economic assessment will be undertaken to establish the
potential and viability of any specific concern and marketing of any property or business will need to
include offering to the local community for their acquisition/operation.
Permission to change the use of a shop will be subject to the retention of the shop front. 18
Beer’s Shopping habits were surveyed in 2006 as part of the survey work for the Village Design
Statement. At that time the main destinations for non-food shopping were (in order of popularity)
Non-food shopping
•
Seaton
•
Sidmouth
•
Honiton
•
Within parish
•
Exeter
•
Axminster
Main food shopping
•
Seaton
18
East Devon Villages Plan Consultation Draft, East Devon DC, Jan 2014
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•
•
•
•
•
Honiton
Sidmouth
Axminster
Within parish
Further afield
Daily shopping
•
•
•
•
Within parish
Seaton
Sidmouth
Honiton
713 suggestions were as to what additional shops were needed:
•
Butcher 38%
•
Greengrocer 11%
•
Hardware & DIY 10%
•
Florist & garden shop 2%
•
Clothes shop 4%
•
Bank 2%
•
Supermarket 3%
The primary community building, the Mariners Hall, is well used and it is augmented by local hotels,
club houses, church facilities and the primary school as places that can be used for community
purposes.
There is a part time doctors surgery and pharmacy in the village, a greater range of health services
are available in adjacent towns all requiring transport. Public transport is not suited for medical
visits.
The beach is also a significant community facility. Events such as the Regatta and sailing plus the
commercial fishing and tea rooms make it an essential community asset.
GP facilities in the centre of the village are backed-up by larger services in adjacent towns and major
medical facilities in Exeter. Transport is therefore the major issue. Public bus services are available
but it is likely that the majority of residents rely on their own, friends or family transport.
Primary welfare service is provided by the NHS, EDDC welfare structure supported by private
suppliers often contracted to NHS. Access and transport to facilities, some hospital car availability, a
ring and ride facility available but evidence shows this is not fully used, possibly due to lack of
information. Health services capacity will hopefully be confirmed by the local providers along with
their plans for the area.
The village has a very active club, society and social network ranging from informal coffee groups to
sports clubs and pantomime groups. The primary facility is the Mariners Hall augmented by the
church and school. Whether the facilities are comprehensive and sufficient should be asked of the
community.
Beer C of E Primary School is a small school. It has four classes as well as Puffins Pre-School on-site at
Mare Lane. Its latest Ofted report (2008) graded it as outstanding. A new inspection, in 2014, by the
Diocese of Exeter of the Church of England school has also pronounced it outstanding.
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The school reports that it currently 115 pupils on the roll. The building’s floorspace-based capacity is
approximately 120 pupils. “We have spaces in some year groups and not others. If a number of small
schools locally were to close then I feel there would be pressure on us to grow. Any expansion
would reduce the outside learning environment. The building developments in Seaton and Beer may
add to need for places in local schools. Pre-school existence always under threat although there is
potential for it to be integrated into the school. All Educational services are at breaking point with
demand outstripping capacity.” 19
As regards adult education the Primary School Head feels the only issue is “the lack of local
opportunities since the closure of St. Claires”.
Beer Parish - General Health 2011
No.
All Usual Residents
1317
Very Good Health
529
Good Health
502
Fair Health
207
Bad Health
65
Very Bad Health
14
Beer Parish - Long-Term Health
No.
All Usual Residents 1317
Day-to-Day Activities Limited a Lot
113
Day-to-Day Activities Limited a Little
171
Day-to-Day Activities Not Limited 1033
%
40.2
38.1
15.7
4.9
1.1
%
8.6
13.0
78.4
Beer Parish - Families with Dependent Children 2011
All Families in Households
No Dependent Children in Family
One Dependent Child in Family; Aged 0 to 4
One Dependent Child in Family; Aged 5 to 11
One Dependent Child in Family; Aged 12 to 18
Two Dependent Children in Family; Youngest Aged 0 to 4
Two Dependent Children in Family; Youngest Aged 5 to 11
Two Dependent Children in Family; Youngest Aged 12 to 18
Three or more Dependent Children in Family; Youngest Aged 0 to 4
Three or more Dependent Children in Family; Youngest Aged 5 to 11
Three or more Dependent Children in Family; Youngest Aged 12 to 18
Total Dependent Children
19
No.
415
298
15
6
34
14
17
11
11
9
0
203
%
71.8
3.6
1.4
8.2
3.4
4.1
2.7
2.7
2.2
0.0
Email report from Primary School Head, 24 Sep 2014
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
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Conclusions:
The physical premises in Beer vary from the basic traditional to the refurbished and trendy. For local
use; relevance and convenience is probably more important, for tourism we need to understand the
demand balance between bucket and spade sales and higher value items with the facilities
developed accordingly. A survey or input from Beer Business Forum is required.
Primary issues for the elderly are health, care and housing. Housing and care facilities need better
understanding. Anecdotal evidence points to demand for smaller housing units freeing larger units.
There is one specialist development for the elderly in Beer although it does not provide any services
to the elderly. There is a potential future opportunity for the existing CLT to develop elderly housing
and services.
Housing and care facilities need better understanding. Anecdotal evidence points to demand for
smaller housing units freeing larger units. There is one specialist development for the elderly in Beer
although it does not provide any services to the elderly. There is a potential future opportunity for
the existing CLT to develop elderly housing and services. Most relevant info can be gained from a
survey.
Key Questions
• Is there a need for improved or additional community facilities or services?
• Are we doing enough to meet the needs of an ageing population?
• How can we ensure medical facilities and services continue to meet needs?
• De we need to provide additional social facilities and opportunities for particular groups in
the community such as the young?
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Topic: Youth, Sports and Recreation
The village has the normal range of structured opportunities including sports clubs, scouts and
Sunday schools but as with most towns and villages the 12 to 17 group is not well catered for. Too
old for play parks too young for the pubs there’s not much to do but on the positive side being a
small community it does not pose a significant problem.
More facilities are required, the question is what and if asked would a survey identify the demand or
type of facilities required. As well as asking the question we should look to other communities to see
what has worked and offer that forward as a possibility rather than just rely on open questions.
There is no appreciable feeling of fear or evidence of crime however the crime reports should be
examined. Specific areas of discontent can best be identified by survey and interviews.
East Devon DC has recognised that Beer is in need of additional recreation facilities. Its 2012 Study
identified Beer as a settlement area with a population exceeding 1,000 that was without a MUGA 20.
The Parish Council, it was reported, has identified a need/interest to develop new facilities. The
open space study of the same year by East Devon identified that teenagers- needs were not being
met and there was a need for more challenging areas. Also the needs of older people for outdoor
sports/ recreation were not being met. East Devon DC’s 2014 assessment of the availability of open
recreation space is shown in the table below. Sports pitches and youth activity space is
underprovided for in the parish using acceptable quantity standards.
Beer Parish - Summary of Quantity Standards for Open Space (hectares)
(based on recommended quantity standards 21)
Outdoor
Outdoor
Sport Outdoor Pitches
Parks and
Play
Sport
Sport Recreation
Space
Pitches
(limited
Pitches
Grounds
Children
access)
(combined)
Play
Space
Youth
Natural and
Semi-Natural
Green Space
Allotments
Amenity
open
space
Qty Standards
ha/1000 persons
0.3
0.3
1.5
1.5
0.4
0.4
0.05
0.05
1.0
Beer
+0.61
+1.81
-0.99
+0.20
-0.79
0.00
+0.13
-0.07
+87.54
The sites assessed by EDDC were:
Common Hill Car Park, Amenity Open Space, 2.11ha
Play Area Underleys Road, Children Play Space, 0.01 ha
Beer Albion FC football ground, 1.19 ha
Causeway amenity green-space, 0.10 ha
Ash Hill Play Area Children’s Play Space, 0.18 ha
Seafront Allotments, 1.00 ha
Underleys Cemetery, 0.22 ha
Chapel Cemetery, 0.44 ha
Play Area Jubilee Memorial Ground Children’s Play Space, 0.00 ha
20
21
MUGA = multi-use games area.
Based on an analysis of identified sites, acceptable quantity standards and estimated population of parishes in East
Devon
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Topic: Visitors and Tourism
Beer is a tourist village with a specific draw, the beach and access to the coastal path. Its size and
geographic location have dictated its development. It is never going to attract the mass bucket and
spade market so any development should centre on enhancing the visitor enjoyment of the facilities
it can provide focussing on the beach, fishing, history, caves, walks and maximising the Jurassic Coast
associations.
Visitor and local facilities in the village are good and improving year by year. The village creates a
strong bond of loyalty from its visitors and whilst familiarity and old charm are important new
offerings and innovation will always attract, satisfy and encourage visitors.
Visitor/user numbers have been counted at Beer Head for a number of years. “Annual counts from
2004 seem to show a steady level of usage until the Napoli disaster in 2007, this resulted in a peak in
usage at the time of the incident but possibly the incident did allow people to either discover or rediscover Beer Head as since then visitor numbers have increased. Unfortunately the counter
malfunctioned in 2013 but 2014 is looking to more keeping with 2011 figures.” 22 This seems to
confirm the popularity of the South West Coastal footpath and perhaps its value to Beer as an
economic driver.
Beer Head Annual head count
250000
200000
150000
100000
50000
0
16000
Y2004
Y2005
14000
12000
10000
Y2006
Y2007
Y2008
Y2009
Y2010
Y2011
Y2012
Monthly variations
8000
6000
4000
2000
0
22
People Counts Report, East Devon AONB, 2014
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
38
A trawl of the directory indicates a range of tourism accommodation and facilities are available in
the parish:
Hotels and Guest Houses in Beer
Anchor Inn, Fore St
Ashdale House B&B, Gordon Terrace
Bay View B&B, Barline
Bay View Guest House, Fore St
Belmont House, Dolphin Rd
Colebrooke House, Fore St
Durham House, Fore St
The Dolphin Hotel, Fore St
YHA Beer Hostel, Bovey Combe
Static Caravan Parks
Beer Head Caravan Park
Touring Caravan Parks
Beer Head Caravan Park
Camp Sites
Couchill Farm
Beer Head Caravan Park
Leisure & Holiday Attraction
Pecorama, Mare Lane
Locally-based Holiday Letting Agencies with properties in Beer
Lyme Coast Holidays, 48 Queen St
Devon Retreat, Upcott
Milkbere Cottage Holidays Ltd, 3 Fore St
Harepath Holidays Ltd, Peacehaven
Harris Lets, 17 Cross St
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
39
Pubs, Restaurants and Cafes
Anchor Inn Bar, Fore St
Bay View Tea Rooms, Fore St
The Beer Fish & Chip Shop, Fore St
The Captains Cottage, Fore St
The Dolphin Hotel, Fore St
Gina's Restaurant, Fore St
Osbornes Coffee and Wine Bar, Fore St
The Seafood Platter, Fore St
Spice Merchant, Fore St
Steamers Bar, New Cut
Beer Head Caravan Park Café
…. and 3 beach cafes
Key Questions and Messages
• What type of tourism do we want?
• Can tourism be more sustainable?
• How can we make best use of our assets?
• How can the community benefit from tourism?
• Do we need further attractions?
• The beach and our setting is our USP 23, is that enough?
• Does the beach need additional facilities?
Sources:
People Counts Report, East Devon AONB, 2014
23
USP=unique selling point
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
40
Appendix
Beer Planning Applications 2009/14
Re-construction of boundary wall
Beer Chapel And Cemetery Clapps Lane Beer
Ref. No: 14/1359/FUL | Received: Wed 04 Jun 2014 | Validated: Tue 10 Jun 2014 | Status: Approved
Interpretation panel
Land Adjacent The Telescope Sea Hill Beer Beach
Ref. No: 14/1340/FUL | Received: Mon 02 Jun 2014 | Validated: Tue 03 Jun 2014 | Status: Approved
Demolition of building and erection of 3 no. dwellings (approval of reserved matters relating to access,
appearance, scale, layout and landscaping pursuant to outline approval 12/0800/OUT)
The Workshop Higher Meadows Beer
Ref. No: 14/1121/RES | Received: Sat 03 May 2014 | Validated: Wed 07 May 2014 | Status: Approved
Conversion of loft to bedroom in second floor flat, including creation of recessed gable balcony and
installation of two rooflights
The Lookout Marine House Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EF
Ref. No: 14/1041/FUL | Received: Mon 28 Apr 2014 | Validated: Mon 28 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Conversion of outbuilding to dwelling (amendments to 13/2128/FUL) to include increased depth of
balcony/bedroom and porch
Land To Rear Of 18 The Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3ER
Ref. No: 14/1063/FUL | Received: Thu 24 Apr 2014 | Validated: Fri 25 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Alterations to shop front
Beer News Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 14/0961/FUL | Received: Wed 16 Apr 2014 | Validated: Thu 17 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Change of use of part shop to dwelling
Beer News Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 14/0962/FUL | Received: Wed 16 Apr 2014 | Validated: Thu 17 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Construction of raised roof, provision of balcony and front conservatory (revised scheme to 12/0739/FUL)
Fairview 4 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 14/0969/FUL | Received: Mon 14 Apr 2014 | Validated: Tue 22 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Construction of garden shed, levelling of garden and retaining wall
48 Park Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HL
Ref. No: 14/0870/FUL | Received: Mon 07 Apr 2014 | Validated: Mon 02 Jun 2014 | Status: Approved
G1 - Fell 2no. Leyland Cypress, 1 Holly and 1 Sycamore
Rock Villa Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EG
Ref. No: 14/0828/TCA | Received: Thu 03 Apr 2014 | Validated: Thu 03 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Change of use of agricultural land to domestic curtilage
Quarry Buildings (Beer Quarry Sheds) Quarry Lane Beer
Ref. No: 14/0819/COU | Received: Wed 02 Apr 2014 | Validated: Thu 22 May 2014 | Status: Approved
Construction of first floor side extension
Rock Farm Cottage Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LQ
Ref. No: 14/0783/FUL | Received: Sat 29 Mar 2014 | Validated: Wed 02 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Engineering operations to create terraced area for tents, touring caravans and motor homes (retrospective)
Beer Head Caravan Park Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 14/0570/FUL | Received: Mon 03 Mar 2014 | Validated: Wed 05 Mar 2014 | Status: Approved
One detached house
Windward Mare Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3NB
Ref. No: 14/0542/FUL | Received: Fri 28 Feb 2014 | Validated: Tue 04 Mar 2014 | Status: Approved
Single storey kitchen extension
St Michaels Mount Long Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3HT
Ref. No: 14/0425/FUL | Received: Fri 14 Feb 2014 | Validated: Tue 18 Feb 2014 | Status: Approved
Change of use of storage area for shop to cafe (A3) use
Beer Head Caravan Park Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 14/0194/COU | Received: Wed 29 Jan 2014 | Validated: Wed 05 Feb 2014 | Status: Approved
Lawful Development Certificate for use of 13 Southdown Close as two separate dwellings 13A and 13B
Southdown Close
The Willows 13 Southdown Close Beer Seaton EX12 3AN
Ref. No: 14/0080/CPE | Received: Thu 09 Jan 2014 | Validated: Mon 17 Feb 2014 | Status: Awaiting decision
Construction of garage, workshop and garden room with associated decking (amended scheme to
12/2340/FUL)
The Lilacs 1 Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3HA
Ref. No: 14/0032/FUL | Received: Tue 24 Dec 2013 | Validated: Tue 07 Jan 2014 | Status: Approved
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T1 & T2 Beech - Crown reduction via thinning to remove no more than 30% of the foliar area, making target
pruning cuts of up to 10cm in diameter, removing branch lengths of up to 3m.
Little Hill Berry Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3JS
Ref. No: 13/2739/TCA | Received: Thu 12 Dec 2013 | Validated: Wed 23 Apr 2014 | Status: Approved
Extension to garage
11 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 13/2723/FUL | Received: Wed 11 Dec 2013 | Validated: Thu 12 Dec 2013 | Status: Approved
Dimensional extraction of up to 5 cubic metres of Beer stone annually for a period of 10 years
Beer Quarry Caves Quarry Lane Beer
Ref. No: 13/2520/CM | Received: Wed 13 Nov 2013 | Validated: Wed 13 Nov 2013 | Status: Decided
Single storey rear extension, oriel window to side and loft conversion including 2no. dormer windows
Windjammer 3 Coastguards Cottage Common Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3AG
Ref. No: 13/2422/FUL | Received: Mon 04 Nov 2013 | Validated: Wed 06 Nov 2013 | Status: Approved
Conservatory on rear elevation - extends beyond the rear wall of the original house by 5.6metres, maximum
height 3.202 metres and height to eaves 2.1 metres
Bremel Hayes Stovar Long Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3DY
Ref. No: 13/2362/GPD | Received: Tue 22 Oct 2013 | Validated: Tue 22 Oct 2013 | Status: Decided
Construction of first floor extension above existing ground floor accomodation
4 Pippins Court New Cut Beer Seaton EX12 3RB
Ref. No: 13/2287/FUL | Received: Tue 15 Oct 2013 | Validated: Thu 17 Oct 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of porch
2 Seaview Terrace Common Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3EX
Ref. No: 13/2208/FUL | Received: Fri 04 Oct 2013 | Validated: Fri 04 Oct 2013 | Status: Approved
Conversion of outbuilding to dwelling (amendments to approved scheme 08/1011/FUL) to include: retention
of raised roof, insertion of additional rooflight and 2 no single storey extensions
18 The Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3ER
Ref. No: 13/2128/FUL | Received: Mon 23 Sep 2013 | Validated: Mon 23 Sep 2013 | Status: Approved
Clad soffits and gutter boards with white plastic to rear elevation only
Flat 1 The White House New Cut Beer Seaton EX12 3RA
Ref. No: 13/2094/LBC | Received: Wed 18 Sep 2013 | Validated: Tue 01 Oct 2013 | Status: Approved
Change of use from A1 (Retail) to A3 (Restaurants and Cafes)/A4 (Drinking Establishments), replacement
shop window, provision of rooflight and lantern to rear extension and extract flue
Welwyn House Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 13/2071/FUL | Received: Sat 14 Sep 2013 | Validated: Mon 16 Sep 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of rear dormer
Carpenters Cottage 1 Causeway Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LF
Ref. No: 13/2067/FUL | Received: Fri 13 Sep 2013 | Validated: Thu 19 Sep 2013 | Status: Approved
Replacement dwelling with detached annexe
Yoxall Barline Beer Seaton EX12 3LW
Ref. No: 13/2012/FUL | Received: Fri 06 Sep 2013 | Validated: Fri 06 Sep 2013 | Status: Approved
Installation of first floor window on south end elevation.
Couchill Villa Couchill Beer Seaton EX12 3AL
Ref. No: 13/1323/FUL | Received: Fri 14 Jun 2013 | Validated: Fri 14 Jun 2013 | Status: Approved
Re-roof and install pv solar panels on 3no. existing buildings known as The Office, The Storage Shed and The
Laundrette.
Beer Head Caravan Park Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 13/1325/FUL | Received: Fri 14 Jun 2013 | Validated: Mon 17 Jun 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of garden store and shed.
1 Jubilee Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LA
Ref. No: 13/1229/FUL | Received: Tue 04 Jun 2013 | Validated: Tue 04 Jun 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of dormer window to front elevation, platform from existing dormer to patio at rear
East Croft New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 13/1208/FUL | Received: Sat 01 Jun 2013 | Validated: Wed 12 Jun 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey rear extension
Fairlands Clapps Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3HQ
Ref. No: 13/1152/FUL | Received: Sat 25 May 2013 | Validated: Wed 29 May 2013 | Status: Approved
Constructon of single storey rear extension
The Boat House Clapps Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3HQ
Ref. No: 13/1151/FUL | Received: Sat 25 May 2013 | Validated: Wed 29 May 2013 | Status: Approved
Single storey extension
Couchill Villa Couchill Beer Seaton EX12 3AL
Ref. No: 13/0920/FUL | Received: Wed 24 Apr 2013 | Validated: Wed 24 Apr 2013 | Status: Approved
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
42
Single storey rear extension
Farway Clapps Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3HG
Ref. No: 13/0877/CPL | Received: Tue 23 Apr 2013 | Validated: Wed 24 Apr 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of ground and first floor extensions
Orchardleigh Townsend Beer Seaton EX12 3LL
Ref. No: 13/0629/FUL | Received: Wed 20 Mar 2013 | Validated: Tue 26 Mar 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of dwelling and formation of parking space (renewal of planning application 10/0662/FUL)
Karensa (land Adjoining) 10 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 13/0355/FUL | Received: Thu 14 Feb 2013 | Validated: Thu 14 Feb 2013 | Status: Approved
Alterations and extensions (including 4no rooflights and rear extension) to form 2no flats at first floor level
with ground floor retail use retained.
Welwyn House Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 13/0064/FUL | Received: Mon 07 Jan 2013 | Validated: Mon 04 Feb 2013 | Status: Approved
Retention of agricultural access track and improved field access
Land North Of Carsaig Branscombe
Ref. No: 13/0045/FUL | Received: Fri 04 Jan 2013 | Validated: Fri 04 Jan 2013 | Status: Approved
Construction of first floor extension over garage block to form ancillary accommodation
8 Southdown Close Beer Seaton EX12 3AN
Ref. No: 12/2489/FUL | Received: Wed 14 Nov 2012 | Validated: Wed 14 Nov 2012 | Status: Refused
Construction of garage, workshop and garden room with associated decking
The Lilacs 1 Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3HA
Ref. No: 12/2340/FUL | Received: Wed 24 Oct 2012 | Validated: Fri 09 Nov 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of hay barn with storage for agricultural equipment
Elbow Farm Quarry Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3FA
Ref. No: 12/2323/FUL | Received: Tue 23 Oct 2012 | Validated: Wed 21 Nov 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of two dormers in the rear elevation
1 Rock Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LQ
Ref. No: 12/2211/FUL | Received: Thu 11 Oct 2012 | Validated: Wed 17 Oct 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of infill single storey side extension, first floor dormer, installation of 2 first floor windows on
side elevation and external cladding.
Stable Cottage Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JJ
Ref. No: 12/2129/FUL | Received: Tue 02 Oct 2012 | Validated: Tue 02 Oct 2012 | Status: Approved
Completion and retention of external landscaping including retaining walls and fencing
2 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 12/1998/FUL | Received: Fri 14 Sep 2012 | Validated: Fri 14 Sep 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of 7 no dwellings and associated landscaping and access works
Beer Quarry Sheds Quarry Buildings Quarry Lane Beer
Ref. No: 12/1850/FUL | Received: Thu 23 Aug 2012 | Validated: Fri 31 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Retention of timber decking and balustrading
10 West Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3LZ
Ref. No: 12/1862/FUL | Received: Mon 20 Aug 2012 | Validated: Mon 20 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Replacement first floor window on front elevation. Retention of two roof lights in rear elevation
Sunnyside Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 12/1674/FUL | Received: Tue 31 Jul 2012 | Validated: Tue 07 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of a pair of semi-detached two storey dwellings.
1 Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3LY
Ref. No: 12/1645/FUL | Received: Thu 26 Jul 2012 | Validated: Fri 10 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of building for indoor play area
Pecorama Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3NA
Ref. No: 12/1631/FUL | Received: Fri 20 Jul 2012 | Validated: Fri 20 Jul 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey dining room extension
Laurada Barline Beer Seaton EX12 3LR
Ref. No: 12/1535/FUL | Received: Wed 11 Jul 2012 | Validated: Wed 11 Jul 2012 | Status: Approved
Retention of raised decking
9 West Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3LZ
Ref. No: 12/1496/FUL | Received: Mon 02 Jul 2012 | Validated: Wed 18 Jul 2012 | Status: Approved
Change of use of shop to 2no. residential units including replacement of shop fronts and construction of side
extension.
Welwyn House Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 12/1329/FUL | Received: Mon 11 Jun 2012 | Validated: Tue 21 Aug 2012 | Status: Withdrawn
Construction of single storey extension with dormer window
Stable Cottage Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JJ
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
43
Ref. No: 12/1028/FUL | Received: Tue 01 May 2012 | Validated: Fri 11 May 2012 | Status: Approved
Replacement of existing balustrade with glass balustrading to roof terrace
Flat 5 The Pines New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 12/0921/FUL | Received: Fri 20 Apr 2012 | Validated: Thu 03 May 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of 2 no dormers to rear elevation
Chart Cottage 2 Causeway Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LF
Ref. No: 12/0871/FUL | Received: Thu 12 Apr 2012 | Validated: Fri 13 Apr 2012 | Status: Approved
T1 Holm Oak - Fell
The Bluff New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 12/1047/TRE | Received: Tue 10 Apr 2012 | Validated: Tue 01 May 2012 | Status: Decided
Renewal of outline application 07/1137/OUT for construction of three dwellings
The Workshop (The Cloth Shop) Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3HA
Ref. No: 12/0800/OUT | Received: Tue 03 Apr 2012 | Validated: Tue 03 Apr 2012 | Status: Approved
Raising of roof, provision of balcony and front conservatory
Fairview 4 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 12/0739/FUL | Received: Wed 28 Mar 2012 | Validated: Thu 29 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of side conservatory and installation of two clear glazed windows at first floor level on the
south-east side elevation.
Hillcott Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3EZ
Ref. No: 12/0738/FUL | Received: Wed 28 Mar 2012 | Validated: Wed 28 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Change of use of land to allow construction of vehicular acess and detached double garage
2 Southdown Cottages Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 12/0729/COU | Received: Tue 27 Mar 2012 | Validated: Wed 18 Apr 2012 | Status: Approved
Variation of condition 3 of permission 08/0766/COU - revised landscape/site plan.
The Polygon Lanehead Beer Seaton EX12 3BY
Ref. No: 12/0610/VAR | Received: Thu 08 Mar 2012 | Validated: Wed 14 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey side extension
Cliff House Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 12/0571/FUL | Received: Wed 07 Mar 2012 | Validated: Fri 30 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Installation of TV antenna mast
Beer Head Caravan Park Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 12/0524/FUL | Received: Tue 28 Feb 2012 | Validated: Wed 14 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Outline consent for the construction of two semi-detached dwellings (renewal of application 08/2221/OUT)
1 Underleys (land Adj) Beer EX12 3LY
Ref. No: 12/0425/OUT | Received: Wed 15 Feb 2012 | Validated: Tue 06 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey side extension in place of existing garage, dormer extension and first floor
balcony and rear decking area.
7 Clinton Rise Beer Seaton EX12 3DZ
Ref. No: 12/0408/FUL | Received: Tue 14 Feb 2012 | Validated: Fri 17 Feb 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey pool house
White Cliff New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 12/0158/FUL | Received: Wed 18 Jan 2012 | Validated: Thu 19 Jan 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of rear dormer extension
Chart Cottage 2 Causeway Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LF
Ref. No: 12/0050/FUL | Received: Fri 06 Jan 2012 | Validated: Fri 06 Jan 2012 | Status: Refused
Construction of first floor extension over garage block to form ancillary accommodation
8 Southdown Close Beer Seaton EX12 3AN
Ref. No: 12/2489/FUL | Received: Wed 14 Nov 2012 | Validated: Wed 14 Nov 2012 | Status: Refused
Construction of garage, workshop and garden room with associated decking
The Lilacs 1 Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3HA
Ref. No: 12/2340/FUL | Received: Wed 24 Oct 2012 | Validated: Fri 09 Nov 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of hay barn with storage for agricultural equipment
Elbow Farm Quarry Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3FA
Ref. No: 12/2323/FUL | Received: Tue 23 Oct 2012 | Validated: Wed 21 Nov 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of two dormers in the rear elevation
1 Rock Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LQ
Ref. No: 12/2211/FUL | Received: Thu 11 Oct 2012 | Validated: Wed 17 Oct 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of infill single storey side extension, first floor dormer, installation of 2 first floor windows on
side elevation and external cladding.
Stable Cottage Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JJ
Ref. No: 12/2129/FUL | Received: Tue 02 Oct 2012 | Validated: Tue 02 Oct 2012 | Status: Approved
Completion and retention of external landscaping including retaining walls and fencing
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
44
2 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 12/1998/FUL | Received: Fri 14 Sep 2012 | Validated: Fri 14 Sep 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of 7 no dwellings and associated landscaping and access works
Beer Quarry Sheds Quarry Buildings Quarry Lane Beer
Ref. No: 12/1850/FUL | Received: Thu 23 Aug 2012 | Validated: Fri 31 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Retention of timber decking and balustrading
10 West Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3LZ
Ref. No: 12/1862/FUL | Received: Mon 20 Aug 2012 | Validated: Mon 20 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Replacement first floor window on front elevation. Retention of two roof lights in rear elevation
Sunnyside Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 12/1674/FUL | Received: Tue 31 Jul 2012 | Validated: Tue 07 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of a pair of semi-detached two storey dwellings.
1 Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3LY
Ref. No: 12/1645/FUL | Received: Thu 26 Jul 2012 | Validated: Fri 10 Aug 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of building for indoor play area
Pecorama Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3NA
Ref. No: 12/1631/FUL | Received: Fri 20 Jul 2012 | Validated: Fri 20 Jul 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey dining room extension
Laurada Barline Beer Seaton EX12 3LR
Ref. No: 12/1535/FUL | Received: Wed 11 Jul 2012 | Validated: Wed 11 Jul 2012 | Status: Approved
Retention of raised decking
9 West Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3LZ
Ref. No: 12/1496/FUL | Received: Mon 02 Jul 2012 | Validated: Wed 18 Jul 2012 | Status: Approved
Change of use of shop to 2no. residential units including replacement of shop fronts and construction of side
extension.
Welwyn House Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JB
Ref. No: 12/1329/FUL | Received: Mon 11 Jun 2012 | Validated: Tue 21 Aug 2012 | Status: Withdrawn
Construction of single storey extension with dormer window
Stable Cottage Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JJ
Ref. No: 12/1028/FUL | Received: Tue 01 May 2012 | Validated: Fri 11 May 2012 | Status: Approved
Replacement of existing balustrade with glass balustrading to roof terrace
Flat 5 The Pines New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 12/0921/FUL | Received: Fri 20 Apr 2012 | Validated: Thu 03 May 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of 2 no dormers to rear elevation
Chart Cottage 2 Causeway Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LF
Ref. No: 12/0871/FUL | Received: Thu 12 Apr 2012 | Validated: Fri 13 Apr 2012 | Status: Approved
T1 Holm Oak - Fell
The Bluff New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 12/1047/TRE | Received: Tue 10 Apr 2012 | Validated: Tue 01 May 2012 | Status: Decided
Renewal of outline application 07/1137/OUT for construction of three dwellings
The Workshop (The Cloth Shop) Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3HA
Ref. No: 12/0800/OUT | Received: Tue 03 Apr 2012 | Validated: Tue 03 Apr 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of side conservatory and installation of two clear glazed windows at first floor level on the
south-east side elevation.
Hillcott Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3EZ
Ref. No: 12/0738/FUL | Received: Wed 28 Mar 2012 | Validated: Wed 28 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Raising of roof, provision of balcony and front conservatory
Fairview 4 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 12/0739/FUL | Received: Wed 28 Mar 2012 | Validated: Thu 29 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Change of use of land to allow construction of vehicular acess and detached double garage
2 Southdown Cottages Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 12/0729/COU | Received: Tue 27 Mar 2012 | Validated: Wed 18 Apr 2012 | Status: Approved
Variation of condition 3 of permission 08/0766/COU - revised landscape/site plan.
The Polygon Lanehead Beer Seaton EX12 3BY
Ref. No: 12/0610/VAR | Received: Thu 08 Mar 2012 | Validated: Wed 14 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey side extension
Cliff House Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 12/0571/FUL | Received: Wed 07 Mar 2012 | Validated: Fri 30 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Installation of TV antenna mast
Beer Head Caravan Park Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 12/0524/FUL | Received: Tue 28 Feb 2012 | Validated: Wed 14 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Outline consent for the construction of two semi-detached dwellings (renewal of application 08/2221/OUT)
1 Underleys (land Adj) Beer EX12 3LY
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
45
Ref. No: 12/0425/OUT | Received: Wed 15 Feb 2012 | Validated: Tue 06 Mar 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey side extension in place of existing garage, dormer extension and first floor
balcony and rear decking area.
7 Clinton Rise Beer Seaton EX12 3DZ
Ref. No: 12/0408/FUL | Received: Tue 14 Feb 2012 | Validated: Fri 17 Feb 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey pool house
White Cliff New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 12/0158/FUL | Received: Wed 18 Jan 2012 | Validated: Thu 19 Jan 2012 | Status: Approved
Construction of rear dormer extension
Chart Cottage 2 Causeway Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LF
Ref. No: 12/0050/FUL | Received: Fri 06 Jan 2012 | Validated: Fri 06 Jan 2012 | Status: Refused
Two storey extension
St Michaels Mount Long Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3HT
Ref. No: 11/2730/FUL | Received: Fri 09 Dec 2011 | Validated: Fri 09 Dec 2011 | Status: Approved
Change of use and conversion to create 3no dwellings.
The Coach Yard Berry Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3JP
Ref. No: 11/2711/COU | Received: Tue 06 Dec 2011 | Validated: Mon 12 Dec 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of single storey front extension
Four Winds Barline Beer Seaton EX12 3LW
Ref. No: 11/2614/FUL | Received: Wed 23 Nov 2011 | Validated: Thu 24 Nov 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of rear dormer extension and alteration to existing rear extension including raising of roof and
insertion of first floor window
6 Long Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3HU
Ref. No: 11/2351/FUL | Received: Wed 19 Oct 2011 | Validated: Fri 21 Oct 2011 | Status: Approved
Amendments to approved rear dormer, front porch and second floor balcony (08/1011/FUL previously
approved)
18 The Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3ER
Ref. No: 11/2300/FUL | Received: Thu 13 Oct 2011 | Validated: Thu 13 Oct 2011 | Status: Approved
Replacement of extant Conservation Area Consent 09/0133/CAC for demolition of ancillary
accommodationreplacement ancillary
White Cliff New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 11/2284/CAC | Received: Wed 12 Oct 2011 | Validated: Wed 12 Oct 2011 | Status: Withdrawn
Demolition & reconstruction of roadside boundary wall, creation of vehicular access, turning & parking area,
construction of attached undercroft garage, removal of porch & replacement with conservatory porch
Yew Tree Cottage New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3JR
Ref. No: 11/2167/FUL | Received: Thu 29 Sep 2011 | Validated: Tue 11 Oct 2011 | Status: Refused
Demolition of roadside boundary wall.
Yew Tree Cottage New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3JR
Ref. No: 11/2168/CAC | Received: Thu 29 Sep 2011 | Validated: Thu 29 Sep 2011 | Status: Refused
Installation of solar panels on shed roof
Southdown Farm Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 11/2194/FUL | Received: Thu 29 Sep 2011 | Validated: Thu 20 Oct 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of first floor rear extension
The Hollyhocks Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EQ
Ref. No: 11/2022/FUL | Received: Mon 12 Sep 2011 | Validated: Mon 12 Sep 2011 | Status: Approved
Retention of temporary wooden dwelling for occupation by agricultural workers including compost toilet
building, glasshouse and freestanding solar PV array.
Elbow Farm Quarry Lane Beer
Ref. No: 11/1882/FUL | Received: Wed 24 Aug 2011 | Validated: Mon 03 Oct 2011 | Status: Refused
Internal alterations and construction of extension
The Captains Cottage Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 11/1645/LBC | Received: Tue 26 Jul 2011 | Validated: Mon 15 Aug 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of extension on rear to provide extended kitchen and four letting (B and B) bedrooms
The Captains Cottage Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 11/1644/FUL | Received: Tue 26 Jul 2011 | Validated: Wed 31 Aug 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of first floor extension
Flat 5 The Pines New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 11/1520/FUL | Received: Fri 08 Jul 2011 | Validated: Tue 19 Jul 2011 | Status: Refused
Construction of replacement dwelling
Lyme Bay House Southdown Road Beer Seaton EX12 3AE
Ref. No: 11/1507/FUL | Received: Fri 08 Jul 2011 | Validated: Mon 18 Jul 2011 | Status: Approved
Replacement sun room incorporating balcony
Inglenook Long Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3HU
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
46
Ref. No: 11/1478/FUL | Received: Mon 04 Jul 2011 | Validated: Thu 21 Jul 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of dormer extension on front elevation
Pen-Y-Bryn 2 Coastguards Cottage Common Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3AG
Ref. No: 11/1400/FUL | Received: Mon 27 Jun 2011 | Validated: Thu 07 Jul 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of two storey rear extensions to nos. 1 & 2 Southdown Cottages
1 And 2 Southdown Cottages Common Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3AH
Ref. No: 11/1345/FUL | Received: Thu 16 Jun 2011 | Validated: Thu 16 Jun 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of ground floor kitchen extension and reconstruction and enlargement of rear dormer
The Wandle Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3JH
Ref. No: 11/1259/FUL | Received: Thu 09 Jun 2011 | Validated: Mon 13 Jun 2011 | Status: Approved
Single storey rear extension.
Barline Cottage Barline Beer Seaton EX12 3LW
Ref. No: 11/0793/FUL | Received: Thu 07 Apr 2011 | Validated: Wed 04 May 2011 | Status: Approved
Conversion of existing outbuilding into garden room.
Rock Farm Cottage Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LQ
Ref. No: 11/0764/FUL | Received: Mon 04 Apr 2011 | Validated: Mon 04 Apr 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of balcony
White Lodge Common Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3EY
Ref. No: 11/0396/FUL | Received: Wed 23 Feb 2011 | Validated: Wed 23 Feb 2011 | Status: Approved
Construction of rear extension.
The Hollyhocks Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EQ
Ref. No: 10/2528/FUL | Received: Fri 17 Dec 2010 | Validated: Fri 17 Dec 2010 | Status: Withdrawn
Construction of multi-use track 360m long by 3m wide.
Land To The South Of New Road Beer
Ref. No: 10/2504/CM | Received: Mon 13 Dec 2010 | Validated: Mon 13 Dec 2010 | Status: Decided
Replacement sales kiosk
RNLI Kiosk Jubilee Gardens Beer
Ref. No: 10/2417/FUL | Received: Wed 01 Dec 2010 | Validated: Wed 15 Dec 2010 | Status: Approved
Replacement roof tiles, polystyrene tile ceiling and rainwater goods
Beer Congregational Church Fore Street Beer
Ref. No: 10/2245/LBC | Received: Mon 08 Nov 2010 | Validated: Tue 16 Nov 2010 | Status: Approved
Erection of two storey extension and excavation of part of front garden to provide parking.
11 Underleys Beer Seaton EX12 3LX
Ref. No: 10/2191/FUL | Received: Tue 02 Nov 2010 | Validated: Tue 02 Nov 2010 | Status: Approved
1 x Sycamore - pollard.
St Michaels Mount Long Hill Beer Seaton EX12 3HT
Ref. No: 10/2200/TCA | Received: Fri 29 Oct 2010 | Validated: Fri 29 Oct 2010 | Status: Approved
Re-roofing of main roof and associated internal works
3 The Square Beer Seaton EX12 3HN
Ref. No: 10/1798/LBC | Received: Tue 07 Sep 2010 | Validated: Tue 07 Sep 2010 | Status: Approved
Formation of access and parking area including retaining walls
Laurissa The Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3ES
Ref. No: 10/1692/FUL | Received: Fri 20 Aug 2010 | Validated: Fri 20 Aug 2010 | Status: Approved
Construction of two storey dwelling and creation of new vehicular access.
Land East Of The Bungalow New Road Beer
Ref. No: 10/1577/FUL | Received: Thu 05 Aug 2010 | Validated: Thu 07 Oct 2010 | Status: Withdrawn
Construction of replacement garage and lean-to greenhouse
Belle Vue Barline Beer Seaton EX12 3LR
Ref. No: 10/1530/FUL | Received: Tue 03 Aug 2010 | Validated: Wed 04 Aug 2010 | Status: Approved
Replacement of existing outbuilding
Chalet 11 Land North Of Stovar Long Lane Beer
Ref. No: 10/1498/FUL | Received: Tue 27 Jul 2010 | Validated: Tue 31 Aug 2010 | Status: Approved
Construction of rear single storey extension.
Barline Cottage Barline Beer Seaton EX12 3LW
Ref. No: 10/1445/FUL | Received: Tue 20 Jul 2010 | Validated: Thu 26 Aug 2010 | Status: Withdrawn
Removal of chimney at rear
Dolphin Hotel Fore Street Beer Seaton EX12 3EQ
Ref. No: 10/1382/LBC | Received: Wed 14 Jul 2010 | Validated: Wed 14 Jul 2010 | Status: Approved
Replacement of single glazing with double glazing to front elevation windows.
Ashby Cottage 7 Causeway Cottages Causeway Beer Seaton EX12 3LF
Ref. No: 10/1247/LBC | Received: Thu 24 Jun 2010 | Validated: Fri 30 Jul 2010 | Status: Approved
Demolition of roadside boundary wall
Winscott Berry Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3JS
Beer NP Local Evidence Base
47
Ref. No: 10/1094/CAC | Received: Thu 03 Jun 2010 | Validated: Thu 03 Jun 2010 | Status: Approved
Demolition and reconstruction of roadside boundary wall
Winscott Berry Lane Beer Seaton EX12 3JS
Ref. No: 10/1093/FUL | Received: Thu 03 Jun 2010 | Validated: Thu 03 Jun 2010 | Status: Approved
Erection of single storey extension to dwelling (renewal of planning permission subject of application
06/0454/FUL granted under appeal under ref APP/U1105/A/06/2028394)
Windyridge New Road Beer Seaton EX12 3EB
Ref. No: 10/0835/FUL | Received: Thu 22 Apr 2010 | Validated: Thu 29 Apr 2010 | Status: Approved
Construction of dwelling and formation of parking space
Karensa (land Adjoining) 10 Lanehead Road Beer Seaton EX12 3HB
Ref. No: 10/0662/FUL | Received: Tue 30 Mar 2010 | Validated: Tue 30 Mar 2010 | Status: Approved
Demolition of buildings and construction of three dwellings (approval of details reserved by outline planning
permission 07/1137/OUT)
The Workshop (The Cloth Shop) Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3HA
Ref. No: 10/0527/RES | Received: Mon 15 Mar 2010 | Validated: Mon 15 Mar 2010 | Status: Approved
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 2 two storey detached dwellings (revised design to
07/3494/FUL)
Stafford House Southdown Road Beer Seaton Devon EX12 3AE
Ref. No: 10/0284/FUL | Received: Fri 12 Feb 2010 | Validated: Fri 12 Feb 2010 | Status: Approved
Conversion of building to dwelling
Beer Gospel Hall Fore Street Beer Devon
Ref. No: 10/0269/FUL | Received: Thu 11 Feb 2010 | Validated: Mon 15 Feb 2010 | Status: Approved
Construction of 2 no. dwellings
1 Park Road Beer Devon EX12 3HJ
Ref. No: 10/0206/FUL | Received: Thu 04 Feb 2010 | Validated: Wed 03 Mar 2010 | Status: Approved
Erection of barn for workspace and storage and erection of sheep shed.
Land At Quarry Lane Beer Devon
Ref. No: 09/2387/FUL | Received: Tue 01 Dec 2009 | Validated: Tue 01 Dec 2009 | Status: Approved
1 x Sycamore and 1 x Elm : fell
West Croft New Road Beer Devon EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 09/2321/TCA | Received: Tue 17 Nov 2009 | Validated: Tue 17 Nov 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of single storey building for storage.
Pritchard Patent Product Co Ltd Underleys Beer Devon EX12 3NA
Ref. No: 09/2258/FUL | Received: Thu 12 Nov 2009 | Validated: Thu 12 Nov 2009 | Status: Approved
Fell 1no. sycamore and 1no. norway maple
2 East Croft New Road Beer Devon EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 09/2319/TCA | Received: Wed 04 Nov 2009 | Validated: Wed 04 Nov 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of internal partition
3 Sunnynook Fore Street Beer Devon EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 09/1989/LBC | Received: Mon 05 Oct 2009 | Validated: Mon 05 Oct 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of two polytunnels
Land At Quarry Lane Beer Devon
Ref. No: 09/1938/FUL | Received: Fri 25 Sep 2009 | Validated: Mon 28 Sep 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of decking at rear of house.
Berry Lodge Berry Lane Beer Devon EX12 3JS
Ref. No: 09/1856/FUL | Received: Tue 15 Sep 2009 | Validated: Tue 15 Sep 2009 | Status: Approved
Re-pollard two lime trees. 25% crown reduction of one lime tree.
Shepherds Barline Beer Devon EX12 3LW
Ref. No: 09/1790/TRE | Received: Wed 26 Aug 2009 | Validated: Wed 26 Aug 2009 | Status: Approved
Internal alterations
3 Sunnynook Fore Street Beer Devon EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 09/1427/LBC | Received: Thu 16 Jul 2009 | Validated: Thu 16 Jul 2009 | Status: Approved
Change of use of dwelling to 3 letting rooms
3 Sunnynook Fore Street Beer EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 09/1425/COU | Received: Thu 16 Jul 2009 | Validated: Thu 16 Jul 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of covered area over existing decking.
Puffins At Beer Mare Lane Beer Devon EX12 3NB
Ref. No: 09/1262/FUL | Received: Wed 24 Jun 2009 | Validated: Wed 24 Jun 2009 | Status: Approved
Conversion of maisonette above existing shop into 2 flats
Marine Cottage Fore Street Beer Devon EX12 3EE
Ref. No: 09/1129/FUL | Received: Thu 04 Jun 2009 | Validated: Thu 11 Jun 2009 | Status: Approved
Replacement clubhouse
Beer Sailing Club Common Lane Beer Devon EX12 3AQ
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Ref. No: 09/1025/FUL | Received: Thu 21 May 2009 | Validated: Wed 27 May 2009 | Status: Approved
Demolition of clubhouse
Beer Sailing Club Common Lane Beer Devon EX12 3AQ
Ref. No: 09/1026/CAC | Received: Thu 21 May 2009 | Validated: Thu 21 May 2009 | Status: Approved
Construction of timber decking and glazed canopy and erection of timber shed
Beer Primary School Mare Lane Beer EX12 3NB
Ref. No: 09/0921/FUL | Received: Wed 06 May 2009 | Validated: Thu 14 May 2009 | Status: Approved
Fell 1 x Pittosporum
Berry Lodge Berry Lane Beer Devon EX12 3JS
Ref. No: 09/0873/TCA | Received: Wed 29 Apr 2009 | Validated: Wed 29 Apr 2009 | Status: Approved
Fell 4 x Norway Spruce and 1 x Ash
Berry Lodge Berry Lane Beer Devon EX12 3JS
Ref. No: 09/0780/TCA | Received: Fri 17 Apr 2009 | Validated: Fri 17 Apr 2009 | Status: Approved
Fell 1 x Yew and 1 x Holly. Reduce 1 x Laurel to 3ft.
West Croft New Road Beer Devon EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 09/0810/TRE | Received: Wed 15 Apr 2009 | Validated: Fri 17 Apr 2009 | Status: Decided
Construction of rear dormer
Lion Cottage Causeway Beer Devon EX12 3LB
Ref. No: 09/0643/FUL | Received: Mon 30 Mar 2009 | Validated: Mon 30 Mar 2009 | Status: Approved
Installation of tennis court
Bovey House Beer EX12 3AD
Ref. No: 09/0565/FUL | Received: Tue 17 Mar 2009 | Validated: Tue 31 Mar 2009 | Status: Refused
Erection of porch and WC
West Croft New Road Beer Devon EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 09/0541/FUL | Received: Mon 16 Mar 2009 | Validated: Mon 16 Mar 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of ground floor extension to kitchen
2 Coastguards Cottage Common Lane Beer EX12 3AG
Ref. No: 09/0519/FUL | Received: Thu 12 Mar 2009 | Validated: Thu 12 Mar 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of single storey extension
The Hooken Higher Meadows Beer Seaton EX12 3BY
Ref. No: 09/0497/FUL | Received: Tue 10 Mar 2009 | Validated: Tue 10 Mar 2009 | Status: Approved
Creation of vehicular access, parking area and construction of new walls.
1 Yew Tree Cottage New Road Beer Devon EX12 3JR
Ref. No: 09/0416/FUL | Received: Mon 02 Mar 2009 | Validated: Wed 13 May 2009 | Status: Refused
Fell 3 x Cupressus macrocarpa, 4 x Sycamore and 2 x Cherry trees. Pollard 1 x Lime and 1 x Yew tree.
The Coach House The Croft New Road Beer Devon EX12 3HS
Ref. No: 09/0420/TRE | Received: Thu 26 Feb 2009 | Validated: Thu 26 Feb 2009 | Status: Decided
Fit upvc double glazed sash windows - 2 bays and a single window to be fitted into existing timber surrounds
Ashcroft Fore Street Beer Devon EX12 3JJ
Ref. No: 09/0400/FUL | Received: Mon 23 Feb 2009 | Validated: Thu 26 Feb 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of single storey extension.
The Bluff New Road Beer Seaton Devon EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 09/0292/FUL | Received: Wed 11 Feb 2009 | Validated: Thu 12 Feb 2009 | Status: Approved
Demolition and replacement of ancillary accommodation
White Cliff New Road Beer Seaton Devon EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 09/0125/FUL | Received: Mon 19 Jan 2009 | Validated: Mon 19 Jan 2009 | Status: Approved
Demolition of ancillary accommodation
White Cliff New Road Beer Seaton Devon EX12 3ED
Ref. No: 09/0133/CAC | Received: Mon 19 Jan 2009 | Validated: Mon 19 Jan 2009 | Status: Approved
Erection of cycle shelter
Beer Primary School Mare Lane Beer Devon EX12 3NB
Ref. No: 09/0062/FUL | Received: Fri 09 Jan 2009 | Validated: Fri 09 Jan 2009 | Status: Approved
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