Title: Bay of Martyrs in Peterborough | Expedia.co.uk [Bay of Martyrs Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Bay-Of-Martyrs-Hotels.0-l553248621532608160-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Peterborough](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Peterborough.d6134326.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Peterborough](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Peterborough.d6134326.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Bay of Martyrs Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Bay-Of-Martyrs.d553248621532608160.Car-Hire-Guide)[Peterborough Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Peterborough.d6134326.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Bay of Martyrs ![Peterborough showing rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608160/636a23c9-bd79-4468-bcda-625d20703f98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peterborough showing rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608160/636a23c9-bd79-4468-bcda-625d20703f98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peterborough showing rocky coastline and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608160/214328a1-ce9f-4eb5-9204-5826fbefd386.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peterborough showing a sandy beach and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608160/8ce59bce-12c2-48e9-8436-362d915400e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peterborough featuring surf, rugged coastline and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608160/24771a1e-c43b-4d6c-a2fb-82d5af35969a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bay of Martyrs Activities [Peterborough travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Peterborough.dx6134326) --- --- #### Gaze out over a jagged coastline of limestone crags and offshore rock stacks in this starkly picturesque bay that’s ideal for birdwatching as you stroll along the beach. The Bay of Martyrs is a ruggedly beautiful section of the Bay of Islands Coastal Park. Take in sweeping vistas of the coastline from a high cliff-top viewpoint or explore the network of coastal trails and wildlife-watching areas. Learn about the region’s tumultuous history, which includes shipwrecks and clashes between European settlers and the local Kurrae-Wurrong Aboriginal people. Head to the Bay of Martyrs designated viewing area, which is accessible via a short pathway. Look out across the roaring Southern Ocean, which crashes against the tall cliffs and swirls into the sheltered coves. The viewing area has an informative sign, which describes some of the wildlife you can expect to see during your visit, as well as a brief outline of the region’s history. It is believed the bay’s name is derived from the terrible conflict that devastated the local Aboriginal community during early European settlement. From the cliff top, you might be able to spot some of the wide array of birds that come to this ara. Emu-wrens, honeyeaters and bristlebirds live amid the foreshore scrub, while peregrine falcons soar overhead. Look toward the shoreline and you might spy pelicans, ducks, black swans and penguins. Go on a stroll along the Cliff Top Walk to the headlands of Point Halladale, where a ship was wrecked in the early 20th century. Make your way down to the Bay of Martyrs golden stretch of sand and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the shoreline. This spot is also perfect for a picnic. Keen local surfers take on the reef breaks that curl away from the smaller beaches of Massacre Bay and Crofts Bay, situated within the wider Bay of Martyrs area. Confident swimmers can swim at Bay of Martyrs Beach however, the beach is not patrolled by lifeguards. The shallow reefs are popular sea-fishing spots at high tide. The Bay of Martyrs is situated along the coast of Peterborough. It is accessible via the Great Ocean Road coastal touring route. The viewing platforms are wheelchair accessible and have free on-site parking. The bay is free to visit at any time. ## Plan a trip to see Bay of Martyrs Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Liberty One](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92010000/92008500/92008447/bb7fb7d0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Liberty One Footscray Save 100% on your flight £237 per person 21 Mar - 26 Mar found 1 day ago Return flight included Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL) 8/10 Very Good! (293 reviews) Spotless room, very modern, had everything we needed. 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