Lyme Regis-Dorset- UK

Local Information

Lyme Regis is an historic and unspoilt resort situated at the most westerly point of Dorset.  Famous for being the home of the film “The French Lieutenant’s Woman”, it is also renowned for its geology and many important fossil finds.  Blessed with stunning coastal and country views, it is the perfect base for walking, photography or painting holidays.  It has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and it has also been confirmed as a World Heritage Site.

There is a wide range of fishing and boat trips available as well as sandy beaches perfect for the kids to while away the days.  A picturesque fishing harbour featuring the historic Cobb and the pleasure gardens has superb views across Lyme Bay.  There is a host of guided tours including the lifeboat station, a ghost tour, a tour of the Cobb, a historic town tour, plus a guided tour of Lyme’s Jurassic coast.  

There are also guided fossil-hunting walks. If you require further information about these please let us know at the time of booking.

The town boasts an old-style cinema showing many of the newest releases.  The Marine Theatre has a wide range of attractions including regular music events featuring many well-known acts.  There is an award winning museum plus several fossil exhibitions.

Special annual events include the Jazz Festival, Regatta Week, Carnival Week and Lifeboat Week (which includes a spectacular display by the Red Arrows).

Lyme Regis makes the perfect base for touring the West Country with Poole, Swanage, Studland, Isle of Purbeck, Weymouth, Beer, West Bay, Axmouth, Axminster, Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth and Exeter all being within easy reach.