
One of Devon’s leading
visitor attractions located high on the hillside above the
picturesque fishing village of Beer , PECORAMA is
home to the famous PECO Model Railway Exhibition and
the Beer Heights Light Railway. The Exhibition
hall displays wonderful detailed layouts in many different
scales, some with push button controls enabling children
to operate the trains.
For 2008 the Loft layout is
being completely rebuilt, with an exciting and unusual design
featuring a modern image city scene, together with underground
trains and a tram system. Work is well in hand but construction
will not be complete until towards the end of the year. In
the meantime, trains are running giving some movement. Also
new for 2008 are improved facilities at the T & Ice Shop,
where you can T-off for Crazy Golf or enjoy light refreshments
from our new shelter alfresco style. Open by May 23rd.
The
Gardens are also home to the 7¼" narrow gauge passenger
carrying line, powered by a fleet of miniature steam and
diesel locomotives, winds its way along exciting cuttings
and embankments, through a long purpose built tunnel, at
the same time giving wonderful views of the village of Beer
and Lyme Bay.
PECO Millennium
Garden
PECORAMA
is also well known for its attractive flower filled
Gardens, and in recent years the Millennium
Garden has become an important feature.
Completed in July 2000, a series
of celestially themed garden rooms are linked by
scented walkways, special water features, and stunning
stonework.
The individual garden names of Sun,
Moon and Rainbow reflect the nature and the colour
of the flowers, shrubs and trees to be found. A 60
seat Lecture Theatre completes this special project,
and here PECO staff give talks and demonstrations
at designated times on both the Gardens and model
railways. The top of the theatre is designed to look
like a ruined castle and here we demonstrate how
a flat roof garden can look, as well as a derelict
moat surrounding part of it.
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Sun Garden

Rainbow Garden
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Roof Garden |
Looking towards the
Moon Garden |
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Moat Garden
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The Grotto in the Moon Garden

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Six years after the official opening of the Millennium
Garden the extensive work within the Grotto was completed
and an official opening took place on 23rd July 2006.
The Grotto is predominantly constructed with sea shells
and features a Dolphin sculpture leaping out of the
sea, trying to touch the moon. The mythological sea
theme is most enchanting and a masterpiece of work.
Do not miss this special feature within the moon Garden
when you next visit.
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For the Children
PLAY AREA
Safety
surfaced children’s activity areas feature play
equipment ranging from toddlers swings to a wooden
maze, cable slide and challenging climbing frame, whilst
adults can test their skill and stamina on the Crazy
Golf course and Fitness Trail. |
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FACE PAINTING

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FACE PAINTING is
offered free of charge to all visitors when available – most
days during the school summer holidays. |
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THE ADVENTURES OF TEDDY MAC
Children's Story Books
Storyboards are located
around the site, allowing children to take part in
a fascinating trail. Questionnaire
sheets are available from the Ticket Office.
For further information about the Teddy Mac children's
books please click here.
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THE TOP SPOT GARDEN
THEATRE
Here we host a variety of summer entertainment
ideally suited for the family. The highly skilled entertainers
include jesters, clowns and magicians who always perform
whatever the weather under the cover of our own ‘Big
Top’.
2008
Entertainment Programme
Shows take place at the Top Spot Garden Theatre.
MAY
Mon. 5th Juggler Ben Cornish
Sun. 25th Spangles the Clown
Mon. 26th Spangles the Clown
Tues. 27th Elfic the Jester
Wed. 28th Juggler Ben Cornish
Thu. 29th Elfic the Jester
Fri. 30th Spangles the Clown |
JUNE
Sun. 1st The Wizard Ozz
Sun. 8th The Wizard Ozz
Sun. 15th Juggler Ben Cornish
Sun. 22nd The Wizard Ozz
Sun. 29th The Wizard Ozz |
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JULY
Sun. 6th Juggler Ben Cornish
Sun. 13th to Tues. 15th Mr Puff the Magician
Wed. 16th to Fri. 18th The Wizard Ozz
Sun. 20th FireStone Folk Dancers
Sun. 20th Spangles the Clown
Mon. 21st Juggler Ben Cornish
Tues. 22nd Spangles the Clown
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Wed. 23rd & Thur. 24th
Elfic the Jester
Fri. 25th Juggler Ben Cornish
Sun. 27th The Wizard Ozz
Mon. 28th & Tues. 29th Spangles the Clown
Wed. 30th Juggler Ben Cornish
Thur. 31st Elfic the Jester |

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AUGUST
Fri. 1st Elfic the Jester
Sun. 3rd to Tues. 5th Spangles the Clown
Weds. 6th Juggler Ben Cornish
Thur. 7th to Fri. 8th Elfic the Jester
Sun. 10th Elfic the Jester
Mon. 11th Gary the Clown’s Magic Garden Show
Tues. 12th Gary’s Country and Western Show
Wed. 13th Gary the Clown’s Circus Spectacular
Thur. 14th Gary’s Mystical Magical Show
Fri. 15th Gary’s Party Time
Sun. 17th Spangles the Clown
Mon. 18th Gary the Clown’s Magic Garden Show
Tues. 19th Gary’s Country and Western Show
Wed. 20th Gary the Clown’s Circus Spectacular
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Thur. 21st Gary’s Mystical Magical Show
Fri. 22nd Gary’s Party Time
Sun. 24th at 11.00 Steve & Ben’s Circus Skills Workshop
at 2.00 Circus Berzercus
at 3.15 Songs from the Shows with Sidmouth Arts Club Operatic Society
Mon. 25th at 11.00 Steve & Ben’s Circus Skills Workshop
at 2.00 Circus Berzercus
at 3.15 To be announced
Tues. 26th Spangles the Clown
Weds. 27th Juggler Ben Cornish
Thur. 28th to Fri. 29th Elfic the Jester
Sun. 31st Elfic the Jester |
SEPTEMBER
Sun. 7th Juggler Ben Cornish
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Performances start at 2.30pm
except: 14th – 18th July, when shows start at
12 noon.
On 20th July, PECO GARDEN DAY - Show
starts at 2.00pm.
24th & 25th August, BANK
HOLIDAY WEEKEND -
Three shows – see list above. |
REFRESHMENTS
ORION PULLMAN CAR
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A glimpse into the past
when luxury travel was available on our railway system.
Orion serves tea and coffee, with a selection of home
made cakes and cream teas, for which Devon is famous. |
GARDEN ROOM RESTAURANT
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Conveniently situated in the centre of
the Gardens is this Swiss chalet style restaurant, offering
an extensive menu of hot and cold dishes including meals
especially for children and vegetarians. |
All dishes are prepared
to order and a small selection of the menu includes:
Paninis with our own range of fillings,
including a salad garnish
A choice of Sandwiches
Locally produced Bangers & Mash
with Onion Gravy & Peas
Home made Steak & Ale Pie, using
the local Branscombe Brewery Beer
Specials of the Day
Home made Pasta & Mushroom Bake
A wide choice of children’s
dishes, with healthy options
Devon Cream Tea
A wide selection of home made cakes
and biscuits. |
HOW TO GET TO
PECORAMA
BY CAR: Follow the brown official
Tourist Board direction signs (stating “Pecorama”)
from the Beer turning on the A3052, or from the sea front
at Seaton.
BY BUS: There is a useful
bus service to Beer. For details please telephone Devon Bus
Service on (01392) 382800
BY TRAIN: The nearest train
station to PECORAMA is Axminster, being on the Waterloo-Exeter
main line. The station is approximately 9 miles from us and
you can either catch a bus or take a taxi. Taxis would need
to be booked in advance – Axminster Taxis 01297 34000

Site Map
and Track Plan

Click picture to see larger scale map
For full details of opening times and
charges, see the 'Opening Times' section of this website.
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