Key Features
- Property code: THWALK
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Beachfront
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
Situated in a most enviable position right on the seafront in Lyme Regis – this traditional Victorian house offers visitors a great spot in which to enjoy a true ‘seaside’ holiday. The elevated veranda above the promenade allows visitors to sit and watch the world go by with uninterrupted views of the beach, the sea, historic Cobb and far reaching views of Portland. These wonderful outlooks are also repeated from the lounge and two bedrooms as well as the snug, situated just inside the front entrance. A wooden gate leads you off the Marine Parade, up a some steps and onto the veranda of the property. As you walk through the front door, immediately on your left is the snug – a cushioned seating area in which to sit and relax, read a book, enjoy a glass of wine or simply just watch the world go by through the attractively framed picture window.
Lyme Regis itself is a truly fantastic place. Situated on the magnificent UNESCO Jurassic Coast, it's known as the pearl of Dorset and upon visiting, it's easy to see why. A famous spot for fossil hunters worldwide, it also sits on the South West Coast Path and offers a whole host of wonderful hikes and walks nearby.
Lyme Regis' sheltered south-facing beaches are safe for both children and water sport enthusiasts, with great fishing and leisure boat opportunities available from the Cobb harbour. It has a fantastic food and music scene and is often used as a prime filming location. There are also vast amounts of festivals and events happening in the town throughout the year. Some of the bigger ones include the jazz and folk festivals, Food Rocks, Regatta & Carnival Week, Guitars on The Beach, and Lifeboat Week which offers a week of fun, games, music and displays for all the family. Of course, there are also loads of smaller events happening as well!
There are no short breaks available at this property.
Key Features
- Property code: THWALK
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Beachfront
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
Situated in a most enviable position right on the seafront in Lyme Regis – this traditional Victorian house offers visitors a great spot in which to enjoy a true ‘seaside’ holiday. The elevated veranda above the promenade allows visitors to sit and watch the world go by with uninterrupted views of the beach, the sea, historic Cobb and far reaching views of Portland. These wonderful outlooks are also repeated from the lounge and two bedrooms as well as the snug, situated just inside the front entrance. A wooden gate leads you off the Marine Parade, up a some steps and onto the veranda of the property. As you walk through the front door, immediately on your left is the snug – a cushioned seating area in which to sit and relax, read a book, enjoy a glass of wine or simply just watch the world go by through the attractively framed picture window.
Lyme Regis itself is a truly fantastic place. Situated on the magnificent UNESCO Jurassic Coast, it's known as the pearl of Dorset and upon visiting, it's easy to see why. A famous spot for fossil hunters worldwide, it also sits on the South West Coast Path and offers a whole host of wonderful hikes and walks nearby.
Lyme Regis' sheltered south-facing beaches are safe for both children and water sport enthusiasts, with great fishing and leisure boat opportunities available from the Cobb harbour. It has a fantastic food and music scene and is often used as a prime filming location. There are also vast amounts of festivals and events happening in the town throughout the year. Some of the bigger ones include the jazz and folk festivals, Food Rocks, Regatta & Carnival Week, Guitars on The Beach, and Lifeboat Week which offers a week of fun, games, music and displays for all the family. Of course, there are also loads of smaller events happening as well!
There are no short breaks available at this property.
Steps up to Veranda and Entrance
Front door to
Snug area with views of the beach and sea.
Internal door to
Lounge/dining area. Sofas and leather tub chairs, folding dining table (due to restricted room size) and chairs to seat six, feature fireplace. Flatscreen TV, DVD, video and CD player as well as beautiful sea views from the window.
Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, washing machine, fridge-freezer and dishwasher.
Split level Stairs to
Family bathroom with shower over bath, WC and washbasin.
Cloakroom with WC.
Bedroom 1 with twin beds.
Bedroom 2 with King size bed and sea views.
Bedroom 3 with twin beds and sea views.
Please note, the steps within the property have a staggered arrangement and guests with mobility issues may find this difficult to navigate. Please request sight of the access statement for the property before booking to enable you to make an informed choice.
A door from the first floor landing leads out to the back of the house. There are steps up to a small elevated paved area equipped with patio chairs, reached by steps. At the front of the property there is a small patio area with sea views and bench seat.
The picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis, with its relaxed pace of life and genteel, old-world charm is a wonderful place to escape and unwind. Situated on the dramatic Jurassic Coast, on the border between Dorset and Devon, visitors to the town will appreciate the natural beauty of the setting nestled in rolling countryside, with miles of stunning coastal scenery right on their doorstep.
The town itself is famous for its iconic Cobb, a curving harbour wall dating back to the 13th century that is also a great spot for crabbing, fishing, or taking a boat trip to admire the magnificent views from the water. At the far end of the Cobb you’ll find the Lyme Regis Aquarium featuring a variety of local marine life, including crabs, seahorses and (at the time of writing) an 80-year-old lobster!
The Lyme Regis Museum is certainly worth a visit, and afterwards, why not use your new-found local knowledge to find a few fossils of your own along the ancient coast, or take part in a guided fossil walk to uncover some relics from the ancient cliffs around the town, which are continuously being eroded by the sea.
Lyme Regis is the perfect place to while away a pleasurable afternoon strolling through the historic 14th century old town which is brimming with characterful shops, tempting tea rooms and quirky galleries. Then enjoy a lively evening at the sea front theatre, or at one of many outstanding bars and restaurants serving locally caught fish and locally produced culinary treats.
If you fancy a beach day, the town's Cobb beach is popular with families, but there are several more beautiful beaches to discover nearby, including Charmouth beach, Chesil beach and Weymouth beach.
Meanwhile, for a family day out, there are several attractions within easy reach, including the Axe Valley Wildlife Park, Seaton Tramway and Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary, all of which are just over the border in East Devon.
A holiday cottage in Lyme Regis allows you to take full advantage of all this lovely seaside town has to offer, whilst being a great base to explore this beautiful corner of Dorset and East Devon.
The property has an allocated parking spot in a nearby private car park 5-10 mins walk away.
Please note: The allocated parking cannot be guaranteed in the future and may change to a different location.
Electric Cars: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Included: Bed linen only, Wi-Fi, electricity and gas central heating.
- Optional: Towels can be hired or guests can bring their own (Please bring your own beach towels). For this particular property, the cost is £6 per person
- Smoking/Vaping: Not permitted.
- Telephone: Mobile reception mixed.
- Electric Cars - Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Local facilities: Beach immediately in front of property. Shops, pubs and restaurants: a few minutes' walk
- Arrival time - 4pm and Departure time - 10am.
- Parking: The property has an allocated parking spot in a nearby private car park 5-10 mins walk away. The space is not guaranteed in the future and may change to a different location.
- Short breaks: This property does not take any short breaks.
Tom's Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Tom's Lyme Regis is a refined award-winning restaurant dedicated to showcasing stunning seafood and great local produce with a selection of premium fish, vegetarian, and meat dishes. Whether you are looking for a light fish lunch with a crisp white wine and a stunning view of the bay, or a special evening dining experience with a glass of local Castlewood sparkling wine, Tom’s have it covered.
Tom's Lyme Regis Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, DT7 3JQ (T: 01297 816018)
Lovely restaurant, a bit on the pricey side but food was excellent and service was great. Loved that the menu was compact, doing a few things very well.
April 2024
We had a cake stop here and the Bakewell tart was excellent. Good coffee and friendly staff.
November 2023
Tom’s has excellent reviews but my party were underwhelmed by our dinner there. In particular the catch of the day was really very ordinary and quite expensive
September 2023
Excellent food and service.
August 2023
We went early for the Early Bird offer which was very good if slightly overpriced. We had a nice table outside and the service was good. Because it was early it was very quiet so lacked a bit of ambience but apart from that it was great.
August 2023
The Dorset Meat Company
(Less than a mile)
The Dorset Meat Company provide the finest grass-fed, outdoor reared meat produced sustainably and in harmony with nature. They care about traditional British farming, and work with 20 small Dorset and Wiltshire based farms that produce really wholesome, natural, delicious meat. Either order a set box or make up your own and get it delivered to your holiday cottage. Use discount code toadhallcottages to get 10% off your order
The Dorset Meat Company (T: 01747 811077)
The Royal Lion Hotel
(Less than a mile)
(10)
Offering a variety of dining options from the traditional gastropub atmosphere of The Inn to the elegant and sumptuous hotel dining room serving a blend of classic dishes and modern cuisine.
The Royal Lion Hotel, 60 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QF (T: 01297 445622)
We weren’t expecting such a nice lunch from a comfortable hotel bar/ restaurant. “Home made” food to a good standard. Service was a little inconsistent.
November 2023
Has changed ownership since we last went. Food was lovely, staff very friendly. Our favourite place to eat during our recent holiday.
July 2022
Friendly comfortable hotel with charming staff. Good food.
January 2020
Very nice place to eat and drink. Separate lounge to sit and relax in. Very friendly.
October 2019
Excellent food and service
June 2019
Nice comfortable hotel and bar with good food.
April 2019
Al la carte menu and wines are fantastic value in a truly wonderful setting. A real hidden gem in Lyme Regis with fantastic food cooked to perfection.
June 2018
We were very disappointed that the Barman in Royal Lion was not at all friendly to us at all when we popped in for a drink during our long weekend in Lyme Regis. We asked a simple question about the hotel terrace and he answered us very sternly. We did not stay for another drink after this nor a meal, which we had originally intended to do. It should be noted that we stayed at this hotel a few years ago over Easter and really enjoyed and had every intention of booking another stay. Unfortunately our recent experience has put us off staying at the Hotel in the future.
July 2017
Nice selection of local real ales and delicious fish and chips. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.
May 2017
We had a meal at the hotel of pork chop and vegetables which was cooked really well and tasted good!
April 2017
Lilac
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Lilac is somewhere you can pop into for a glass of wine and some nibbles or stay for a long lunch of shared plates. They offer a wide range of interesting world class wines by the bottle or glass alongside menus showcasing the best of seasonal and local produce, all in stylish surroundings.
Lilac Cellar 57-58 Broad Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset (T: 07308 079427)
Great place to eat, interesting and delicious food and a buzzy atmosphere.
April 2024
Great atmosphere and an ever changing menu based on local produce, served with passion by a top team. Great wine list and cocktails. Just a stone's throw from the Seafoal too!
August 2022
The Whole Hog
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Delicious roast pork sandwiches and excellent coffee and doughnuts. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday only but well worth waiting for!
The Whole Hog 6a Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QD
Amazing coffee and doughnuts!!
April 2024
Lyme Regis Sea School
(Less than a mile)
Giving you the opportunity to learn to sail in the ancient Cobb Harbour with all its beautiful scenery, Lyme Regis Sea School offers RYA accredited intensive sailing courses over the summer if you’re on holiday in Dorset for a little while. There’s also a variety of sailing groups including Saturday Sailing for both adults and children aimed at developing sailing skills in an informal manner throughout the summer. The school is housed at the Lyme Regis Sailing Club and also offers instructor courses for those wishing to take it to the next level.
Guided Fossil Walks
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Brandon Lennon is a professional fossil collector in Lyme Regis who has turned his expertise into an experience to share, offering guided tours along part of Lyme Bay’s famous Jurassic Coast. Informative, educational, and giving you the chance to find your own fossils along the way, he set up the business with his father Ian, himself a geologist, and together they offer more than 25 years’ experience in the field. Brandon’s fossils are sold in local shops and online, and the pair have featured on numerous TV programmes showcasing their knowledge. There’s a timetable of public walks that you can book, as well as private walks available – simply contact them directly through the website.
A guided walk with Brandon is brilliant, regardless of the weather or time of year. Brandon has spent a lifetime learning about, finding and preparing fossils and happily shares his extensive knowledge. He'll show you what fossils to look for and where to find them plus he'll show you how to polish them too. Don't miss!
August 2022
Brandon’s tours are first rate - and very popular so book early. He is hugely knowledgable, entertaining and dedicated to his craft. This means he’ll have you finding fossils for yourself in no time.
November 2019
thoroughly enjoyed this walk, our guides Chris and Paddy were full of knowledge and made the fossil hunt very interesting
October 2017
SUP2You
(Less than a mile)
Sup2You offers simple online hire of inflatable paddle boards making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the UK’s beaches, coastline and waterways. Paddleboarding is the perfect way to stay active, have fun with your family and explore the beautiful region where you’re staying; but with everything else you need to bring on holiday sometimes you won’t have the car space to bring your own! With SUP2You the process couldn’t be easier, simply click the link below, select the board and duration online, and your paddleboard will be couriered next day to your holiday cottage.
Click here for further information
Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
(Less than a mile)
(8)
A private museum that’s owned and run by Palaeontologist Steve Davies and his wife Jenny, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum contains a spectacular collection of the local Jurassic marine fossils. The collection grows each year, meaning there’s always something new to see, with more than 10,000 specimens to show people just how exciting and wonderful the world of fossils and dinosaurs really is. Even the building itself has an interesting pedigree as the pioneering fossil hunter Mary Anning was baptised here on 27th June 1799 and continued to worship here until about 1830. She discovered the first Ichthyosaur on the beaches here in 1811.
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Lovely little museum, loads of interesting displays and information, great for families.
April 2024
Lots of interesting fossils and dinosaurs on view.
October 2023
So many fossils could fo with an upgrade but if you're interested its work popping in
October 2023
Interesting displays, especially the time gallery upstairs. We were unfortunate to go when there was a group of students, so couldn't get to all rooms, but gent on the door did warn us.
March 2023
Worth a visit and we thought it was good value. Loads of things to see and read but you have got to be into fossils and geology. Some great set ups with models, and all explained. There were some very young children in there as we walked around and they seem to love it, as the models were huge for them. They were barely walking but seem to know many of the dinosaur names. The person who welcomed us was really friendly and was happy to advice on good places to hunt for fossils. It needs a bit of a dust in places, as do most museums.
June 2022
We've visited here several times, there's a good mix of info for all age ranges, so children and adults are kept busy. Definitely worth a visit if dinosaurs and fossils are your thing. It's a bit cramped inside, but that has never spoiled our visit.
March 2022
Steve Davies has created a unique and astonishing museum on two spacious floors within the old Baptist Chapel that Mary Anning frequented. The geology and wide range of fossils are explained and exhibited. Steve has also purchased and exhibits the truly remarkable collections of several other Lyme "rock hunters", and in a very nice touch uses short biographical notes to explain their contributions. Fossil and history paradise. Don's miss it!!!
September 2021
Really good morning here, something for all ages, good timelines and lovely dinosaurs to hold for children. Very good.
April 2018
Lyme Regis Museum
(Less than a mile)
(14)
Standing where Dorset meets Devon, the Lyme Regis Museum is on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and was built on the site of fossilist Mary Anning’s home. A chance to discover Lyme’s history, geology, fossils, artists and writers, from J M Whistler to Jane Austen and John Fowles, the museum stands in the heart of the town and is run almost entirely by volunteers. Collections range from interesting to quirky displays with walks and events scheduled throughout the season, so keep an eye on the website for more information. The museum is open from Easter to November and prices start at £3.95 for adults while children and students go free.
A nice little museum wirth a visit
October 2023
A small but perfectly-formed museum, packed full of interesting local history.
September 2023
Quaint building and interesting selection of exhibits- our 4 year old loved the lie on the floor dinosaur scene.
July 2023
This is a really lovely museum which is packed full of interesting artefacts and fossils. My kids and I enjoyed looking round and learning so much. There is a cute gift shop at the end too. The staff were very friendly and helpful and were happy to chat about fossils.
July 2022
Always interesting and its all been updated in recent years. It can get busy so go in early. We bought an annual pass as it's only £1 more and worth the value, plus supporting a great British attraction, not some franchise theme park. There is a lot about fossils but also interesting exhibits covering the area and notable locals who have lived there. There is a big spoiler about the Meryl Streep scene when she was to be filmed standing at the end of the Cobb but you need to look out for that yourself to find out what happened.
June 2022
Great- full of interesting local info aimed at children and adults. The building itself is worth seeing from inside, and the displays are well arranged- we escaped a rainy afternoon, and thoroughly enjoyed it
March 2022
This wonderful and friendly museum explains the uniqueness of Lyme, it's history, characters, geology, and most famous fossils. It feels intimate, cared for, and there is something for everyone. It also has a splendid gallery about Mary Anning, her fossils, and struggle. This museum offers the "whole picture" context for the more specialised Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The two together will enrich any thoughtful visitor.
September 2021
Well worth a visit especially if you go on Town history walk first.
July 2019
Fossils galore- recommend the Fossil Walk which includes the Museum entry. The staff there are very helpful and impart their knowledge with enthusiasm.
October 2018
Great and you get to return for a year with your entry ticket
September 2018
Excellent.
July 2018
Would highly recommend the Fossil Walk. Highly informative, lots to discover and a great walk for all ages.
June 2018
Excellent museum with friendly, enthusiastic staff. Fossil walks not to be missed - recommended after rain and storms for best finds.
April 2018
Fascinating museum detailing the history of Lyme Regis and of course the fossils! Reasonably priced and well worth a visit.
September 2017
Town Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(9)
In the picturesque harbour town of Lyme Regis, Town Beach is covered in pebbles at one end thanks to the coastal protection scheme that placed them there to provide essential care for the Marine Parade and the buildings along it. At the other end the beach has been built up with sand, no longer gets covered at high tide and provides an extensive beach area manned by RNLI lifeguards in the summer. There are kiosks, cafes, shops and restaurants bordering the beach, so it’s ideal for visiting with family and spending the whole day on the sand if the weather allows. The main sandy beach in the area, it’s a delight and easy to get to when on holiday in Dorset. There is paid parking nearby, so don’t forget your change, and remember that dogs are not permitted from 1st April to 31st October, while from 1st November to 31st March they must be on leads.
Nice clean beach with plenty of clean WCs and cafes. The sandy bit at the harbour is good for dogs to run around (out of season) and kids to dig in.
April 2024
Nice beach but very busy and did not like the swooping seagulls!
August 2023
Wonderful location and so much to do, we didn't use our car once for a week, unheard of!! The parking in the town not good but for a town of that age, it was adequate and the other car parks further out were very good.
May 2022
Booked a beach hut from Town Council! Great fun and provided welcome shade on v hot day! Appreciated the two chairs provided but would have liked a small table for food / coffee
September 2021
Great beach on the sandy side was really busy and made use of the boat hire on the beach which was great fun, seagulls are a real issue when it comes to food and we ate ours in our tent after my daughter lost a sandwich to one right out of her mouth.
August 2021
We loved the seafront and that in October it was full of people. We liked the beach bit, seeing families enjoying the sand, and it was great to see open loos, nice ice-cream and lots of different places to eat and drink.
October 2020
We had a lovely dog walk along the beach, very pleasant.
September 2018
A lovely family friendly beach. Pebbled at one end and sandy at the other. Plenty of eateries and ice cream places. A good place for fossil hunting.
August 2018
Excellent area and beach although extremely busy if the sun makes an appearance. I go to Lyme Regis whilst dogs are allowed on the beach (I do use it with my dog) and would like to see more policing re dogs off leads.
April 2017
Church Cliff Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Famous for its picturesque Jurassic coastline, as well as its array of fossils, Church Cliff Beach is on the edge of Lyme Regis town. Sandy in places, at low tide there is an extensive rock ledge with hundreds of rock pools where you can catch shrimp. The River Lym flows into the bay, so paddling is a necessity if you want to stroll on the sand. The beach is flanked by rock armour which protects the promenade, and the sand is covered at high tide. There’s paid parking close by, so don’t forget your change. There are facilities, restaurants and cafes in the town. There’s no lifeguard cover on this beach, and dogs are permitted all year round, which is great news for walkers as it also makes up part of the West Dorset Heritage Coast and its accompanying footpaths.
Plenty of parking with a moderate walk down many steps to the beach. Worth the walk though with plenty of fossils around if your prepared to look.
September 2023
Lovely beach but spoilt by the amount of broken bits of glass and rusty metal components that have fallen from the cliff (believe there was some form of rubbish dump at the top of the cliff many years ago) - not a problem for most people but was worried about our dog getting injured.
May 2023
A lovely stretch of beach with rock pools and a chance to find fossils. Get there as the tide is going out and get there early. Take provisions as it is just a beach, of shingle and sand, there are some rocks to clamber over and rock pools to explore. One of our favourite beaches in the UK.
June 2022
Cobb Gate Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(8)
This pretty harbour town dates back to the 14th century, and is sheltered by a curving harbour wall, The Cobb, as its known contains a small sandy beach made famous in the opening shot of the film The French Lieutenant’s Woman. You reach the beach between the RNLI station and the slipway, and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months. Activities nearby include fishing, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, surfing and water skiing, while facilities close to the beach include cafes and restaurants and toilets. There are lots of walks in the area including guided tours of the famous fossil bearing cliffs. There is paid parking nearby, Axminster train station is five minutes away as the crow flies and buses are available to the town centre. Dogs are allowed on the beach from 1st November to 30th March as long as they’re on the lead, but they are not permitted in the summer months.
Love the stroll along the Cobb beach and area so clean plenty of places to eat and drink. The locals are so warm and welcoming, can’t beat Lyme regis
November 2021
Perfect sandy beach for everyone. Loved the Marine Parade with food and drink and ice creams.
October 2021
excellent, safe beach
September 2021
Always raked and cleaned. Pretty safe, excellent lifeguards. Restaurants and cafes need to be open later. Toilets very clean but not enough of them so long queues. Watch out for seagulls stealing food from your hands!
August 2021
Lovely harbour and great places to grab a bite to eat. But it is extremely busy. Every inch of the small patch of sand by the cobb was taken up but beach shelters, feet deck chairs etc. If your kids are not fussed about sand avoid the area if you want quite and relaxing. The other side of the cobb is quite and so are the toilets (which are clean)
August 2021
We walked here from Seaton along the muddy coastal path and Lyme Regis is lovely . We took a boat out from the cob .
July 2021
The cob was lovely to walk on and all you needed was near by
September 2020
Lovely to see this in sunshine for the first time in several visits. Worth going early to see it uncrowded.
June 2018
Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Named after the Duke of Monmouth who landed here in 1685 in an attempt to take the crown from King James II, Monmouth Beach is a large pebble and sand beach that stretches over a kilometer southwest from the Cobb wall. There are beach huts, a bowling green, the Lyme Regis Power Boat Club and paid car parks close by. Meanwhile, for those wishing to have their own exploratory adventures, you can find a layer of limestone called the ammonite graveyard at Monmouth Beach, containing a large number of (you guessed it) ammonites. There are numerous walks close by and dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. There is lifeguard cover in the summer, and all the town’s cafés, restaurants and amenities are within easy reach.
A very lovely beach if you like stones! But great when the tide is right out and you can fossil hunting.
October 2023
My dog Luna and I really enjoy walking and playing ball along the beach keeping eyes down to see if we can find a fossil!!! very clean and looked after Love it!!!
June 2022
Stunning, quiet and picture perfect ideal place to relax and paint ?
November 2021
Stayed here in The Little Sea House right on the beach. Amazing sunrises. Beautiful and peaceful but tricky to walk on in places.
October 2021
We had a lovely holiday staying in the little sea house. Perfect location on the beach. Was very warm & cosy inside. Was generally clean on arrival but think it could do a intensive deep clean occasionally to clean racks /hard to reach places ( plug holes) but this did not effect our stay ( I’m just bit OCD with cleaning) I would recommend this to anyone wanting a relaxing tranquil break. Also the out hours staff from toadhall cottages were very helpful. Would book again
May 2021
Just beautiful
September 2020
Great for fossil hunting and dog friendly!
September 2017
Charmouth Beach
(2 miles)
(7)
Perfect for family days out, Charmouth Beach is a mix of sand and pebbles, fossils (for which the area is famous), good swimming and good surf. It is divided into two distinct areas (East and West) by the mouth of the River Char, which often forms a lagoon suitable for boating or watching the ducks swim past. To get to the beach, simply find the centre of the village and follow Lower Sea Lane. There are ample car parks close to the beach as well as another one half way down Lower Sea Lane if those are full. Dogs are allowed on the West beach as long as they are on leads from 1st May and 30th September between the sea defenses and Lyme Regis but not on the area of beach in front of the beach huts and the Heritage Centre. From 1st July to 31st August dogs are not allowed on East Beach between 10:00am and 6:00pm, but are welcome outside these hours. At East Beach there is a beach café and picnic tables close by, and in the summer months there is a bouncy castle. There are also lots of beautiful walks close by to enjoy. West Beach meanwhile is about a mile and a half long and is a haven for fossil hunters and avid rock-poolers.
Charmouth Beach is just wonderful, lovely walks with no cars or road noise. Heaven!
April 2024
Walking this beach from Lyme Regis
October 2023
Great beach, Its busy by the shops but plenty of places to walk to find space away from others. The toilets are bad, so with a few wipes and wash you hands after. Get there early for parking. It is sand, shingle and rock pools, so great for a non commercialised beach day. Follow the tide out if you are fossil hunting but best to have a guided tour first from the museum so you know what you are looking for. One of our favourite sea sides in Britain.
June 2022
This is a beautiful area. Gets very busy and there are about four car parks and on street parking. The museum was very fascinating. Toilet queue was horrendous. This is a great area for inflatables as you can go down the stream if you want instead of the sea. There is also a large grass bank to picnic on instead of the beach cobbles.
August 2021
Great beach if but a bit stony where we went, good facilities for food and drinks and no where near as many seagulls as Lyme Regis.
August 2021
Lovely quaint beach.
May 2019
Lovely spot to sit, relax and look for fossils.
October 2018
April 2024
Our family love it, the owners have thought of everything to make it welcoming and comfortable, a lot of thought has gone into making a lovely holiday home.
March 2024
Looking forward to staying there again next year
October 2023
Absolutely wonderful location. The house was perfect for us and we loved our time there
September 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in what must be one of the best locations
September 2023
Yes, we totally enjoyed our stay,had an excellent time and will at some time in the future be back again.
August 2023
We did enjoy our stay. Fabulous location.
August 2023
Wonderful holiday home.
April 2023
Gorgeous house, well fitted out with everything needed, we enjoyed it so much and so pleased everything was the same as last year. We were trying to work out the age of the house! It is so relaxing and comfortable and we feel at home straight away. We didn't use our cars at all for the week we stayed as so much to do. Lovely restaurants, wonderful coffee shops and beautiful surroundings all add to the wonderful time we had. We completely forgot about towels, I phoned as soon as we arrived and within an hour, clean fresh towels were delivered with a smile, wonderful service and thank you so much, very much appreciated.
April 2023
Love Lyme Regis
October 2022
We loved staying at this property. I have used Toad Hall on a number of occasions and have been extremely happy with their customer service
September 2022
We loved it!
May 2022
We loved our stay and so did our grandchildren especially the day beds at the front of the property where they could see everything. A superb location and gorgeous property, one of our best holiday venues, thank you.
April 2022
It is a lovely property especially it’s wonderful location, very comfortable and well equipped, a home from home. So nice to have plenty of crockery and cutlery. We all had a marvellous holiday, especially Felix (10 months) who had great fun working out how to crawl up the stairs, and down again, backwards of course. Would love to spend another holiday at the Walk.
March 2022
stay was perfect and so lucky with the weather which was a bonus
Thank you for your feedback. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Walk. The weather has been brilliant lately.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2021
We had a lovely stay, all due to the location and the weather but we wouldn't book that particular house again. I know it is only 3.5 stars but we just prefer things to a higher standard.
July 2021
We loved our stay. The house had everything we needed and your staff in both office were welcoming, helpful and courteous at all times. Thank you for a fabulous holiday
June 2021
We couldn't have been more delighted with this lovely property. Brilliant location, really clean and excdllent facilities. Toad Hall Cottages were really good with communications. They told us that 4 adults, a toddler and a baby may be a little cramped, but it was nothing of the sort. We loved it and so did my 2 year old granddaughter. Weather was rubbish but with a fantastic view to wake up to every day, who cares. Loads of shops, restaurants and pubs nearby too. Loved it so much that we booked the same week next year - let's hope for better weather !
October 2020
It was a lovely property, especially the closed in porch area. We couldn't find the linen bags that were mentioned. The corkscrew was difficult to use. We would love to return.
October 2020
We had a wonderful stay . The location was perfect and there were so many activities to chose from..wandering along the beach and Cobb, walking up The golden Cap, following the river to Uplyme, visiting Beer Caves and Abbotsbury Tropical gardens. No need to cook as there were so many eating places close by. A great time despite COVID restrictions.
September 2020
Second visit. Need I say more?
January 2020
We loved our stay in this wonderful characterful house! The beds were really comfortable but the sofa could perhaps be a little comfier :-) Thanks to everyone at Toad Hall Cottages - the communication and pre-trip support was superb! Happy new Year! Best wishes from all the Kenwrights xx
November 2019
Had a perfect stay
June 2019
some bits of furniture were old fashioned, especially in the 3rd bedroom, but comfortable, nevertheless.
April 2019
Really enjoyed it
October 2018
Amazing view, we loved the little terrace at the front and the snug beside it.
June 2018
We enjoyed our stay very much
March 2018
We enjoyed our stay in a quaint property in a wonderful location. The living and dining space is smaller than expected, especially for 6 people. Dining table needs to be replaced for ease of use and access.
October 2017
We had a lovely relaxing holiday. The house was very well equipped, clean and comfortable a great location and view.
October 2017
Even though I've made some comments/suggestions in the above section we had a great time. The beds were very comfortable. The location is brilliant and I would be pleased to visit again.
April 2024
Our family love it, the owners have thought of everything to make it welcoming and comfortable, a lot of thought has gone into making a lovely holiday home.
March 2024
Looking forward to staying there again next year
October 2023
Absolutely wonderful location. The house was perfect for us and we loved our time there
September 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in what must be one of the best locations
September 2023
Yes, we totally enjoyed our stay,had an excellent time and will at some time in the future be back again.
August 2023
We did enjoy our stay. Fabulous location.
August 2023
Wonderful holiday home.
April 2023
Gorgeous house, well fitted out with everything needed, we enjoyed it so much and so pleased everything was the same as last year. We were trying to work out the age of the house! It is so relaxing and comfortable and we feel at home straight away. We didn't use our cars at all for the week we stayed as so much to do. Lovely restaurants, wonderful coffee shops and beautiful surroundings all add to the wonderful time we had. We completely forgot about towels, I phoned as soon as we arrived and within an hour, clean fresh towels were delivered with a smile, wonderful service and thank you so much, very much appreciated.
April 2023
Love Lyme Regis
October 2022
We loved staying at this property. I have used Toad Hall on a number of occasions and have been extremely happy with their customer service
September 2022
We loved it!
May 2022
We loved our stay and so did our grandchildren especially the day beds at the front of the property where they could see everything. A superb location and gorgeous property, one of our best holiday venues, thank you.
April 2022
It is a lovely property especially it’s wonderful location, very comfortable and well equipped, a home from home. So nice to have plenty of crockery and cutlery. We all had a marvellous holiday, especially Felix (10 months) who had great fun working out how to crawl up the stairs, and down again, backwards of course. Would love to spend another holiday at the Walk.
March 2022
stay was perfect and so lucky with the weather which was a bonus
Thank you for your feedback. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Walk. The weather has been brilliant lately.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2021
We had a lovely stay, all due to the location and the weather but we wouldn't book that particular house again. I know it is only 3.5 stars but we just prefer things to a higher standard.
July 2021
We loved our stay. The house had everything we needed and your staff in both office were welcoming, helpful and courteous at all times. Thank you for a fabulous holiday
June 2021
We couldn't have been more delighted with this lovely property. Brilliant location, really clean and excdllent facilities. Toad Hall Cottages were really good with communications. They told us that 4 adults, a toddler and a baby may be a little cramped, but it was nothing of the sort. We loved it and so did my 2 year old granddaughter. Weather was rubbish but with a fantastic view to wake up to every day, who cares. Loads of shops, restaurants and pubs nearby too. Loved it so much that we booked the same week next year - let's hope for better weather !
October 2020
It was a lovely property, especially the closed in porch area. We couldn't find the linen bags that were mentioned. The corkscrew was difficult to use. We would love to return.
October 2020
We had a wonderful stay . The location was perfect and there were so many activities to chose from..wandering along the beach and Cobb, walking up The golden Cap, following the river to Uplyme, visiting Beer Caves and Abbotsbury Tropical gardens. No need to cook as there were so many eating places close by. A great time despite COVID restrictions.
September 2020
Second visit. Need I say more?
January 2020
We loved our stay in this wonderful characterful house! The beds were really comfortable but the sofa could perhaps be a little comfier :-) Thanks to everyone at Toad Hall Cottages - the communication and pre-trip support was superb! Happy new Year! Best wishes from all the Kenwrights xx
November 2019
Had a perfect stay
June 2019
some bits of furniture were old fashioned, especially in the 3rd bedroom, but comfortable, nevertheless.
April 2019
Really enjoyed it
October 2018
Amazing view, we loved the little terrace at the front and the snug beside it.
June 2018
We enjoyed our stay very much
March 2018
We enjoyed our stay in a quaint property in a wonderful location. The living and dining space is smaller than expected, especially for 6 people. Dining table needs to be replaced for ease of use and access.
October 2017
We had a lovely relaxing holiday. The house was very well equipped, clean and comfortable a great location and view.
October 2017
Even though I've made some comments/suggestions in the above section we had a great time. The beds were very comfortable. The location is brilliant and I would be pleased to visit again.
Tom's Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Tom's Lyme Regis is a refined award-winning restaurant dedicated to showcasing stunning seafood and great local produce with a selection of premium fish, vegetarian, and meat dishes. Whether you are looking for a light fish lunch with a crisp white wine and a stunning view of the bay, or a special evening dining experience with a glass of local Castlewood sparkling wine, Tom’s have it covered.
Tom's Lyme Regis Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, DT7 3JQ (T: 01297 816018)
Lovely restaurant, a bit on the pricey side but food was excellent and service was great. Loved that the menu was compact, doing a few things very well.
April 2024
We had a cake stop here and the Bakewell tart was excellent. Good coffee and friendly staff.
November 2023
Tom’s has excellent reviews but my party were underwhelmed by our dinner there. In particular the catch of the day was really very ordinary and quite expensive
September 2023
Excellent food and service.
August 2023
We went early for the Early Bird offer which was very good if slightly overpriced. We had a nice table outside and the service was good. Because it was early it was very quiet so lacked a bit of ambience but apart from that it was great.
August 2023
The Dorset Meat Company
(Less than a mile)
The Dorset Meat Company provide the finest grass-fed, outdoor reared meat produced sustainably and in harmony with nature. They care about traditional British farming, and work with 20 small Dorset and Wiltshire based farms that produce really wholesome, natural, delicious meat. Either order a set box or make up your own and get it delivered to your holiday cottage. Use discount code toadhallcottages to get 10% off your order
The Dorset Meat Company (T: 01747 811077)
The Royal Lion Hotel
(Less than a mile)
(10)
Offering a variety of dining options from the traditional gastropub atmosphere of The Inn to the elegant and sumptuous hotel dining room serving a blend of classic dishes and modern cuisine.
The Royal Lion Hotel, 60 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QF (T: 01297 445622)
We weren’t expecting such a nice lunch from a comfortable hotel bar/ restaurant. “Home made” food to a good standard. Service was a little inconsistent.
November 2023
Has changed ownership since we last went. Food was lovely, staff very friendly. Our favourite place to eat during our recent holiday.
July 2022
Friendly comfortable hotel with charming staff. Good food.
January 2020
Very nice place to eat and drink. Separate lounge to sit and relax in. Very friendly.
October 2019
Excellent food and service
June 2019
Nice comfortable hotel and bar with good food.
April 2019
Al la carte menu and wines are fantastic value in a truly wonderful setting. A real hidden gem in Lyme Regis with fantastic food cooked to perfection.
June 2018
We were very disappointed that the Barman in Royal Lion was not at all friendly to us at all when we popped in for a drink during our long weekend in Lyme Regis. We asked a simple question about the hotel terrace and he answered us very sternly. We did not stay for another drink after this nor a meal, which we had originally intended to do. It should be noted that we stayed at this hotel a few years ago over Easter and really enjoyed and had every intention of booking another stay. Unfortunately our recent experience has put us off staying at the Hotel in the future.
July 2017
Nice selection of local real ales and delicious fish and chips. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.
May 2017
We had a meal at the hotel of pork chop and vegetables which was cooked really well and tasted good!
April 2017
Lilac
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Lilac is somewhere you can pop into for a glass of wine and some nibbles or stay for a long lunch of shared plates. They offer a wide range of interesting world class wines by the bottle or glass alongside menus showcasing the best of seasonal and local produce, all in stylish surroundings.
Lilac Cellar 57-58 Broad Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset (T: 07308 079427)
Great place to eat, interesting and delicious food and a buzzy atmosphere.
April 2024
Great atmosphere and an ever changing menu based on local produce, served with passion by a top team. Great wine list and cocktails. Just a stone's throw from the Seafoal too!
August 2022
The Whole Hog
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Delicious roast pork sandwiches and excellent coffee and doughnuts. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday only but well worth waiting for!
The Whole Hog 6a Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QD
Amazing coffee and doughnuts!!
April 2024
Lyme Regis Sea School
(Less than a mile)
Giving you the opportunity to learn to sail in the ancient Cobb Harbour with all its beautiful scenery, Lyme Regis Sea School offers RYA accredited intensive sailing courses over the summer if you’re on holiday in Dorset for a little while. There’s also a variety of sailing groups including Saturday Sailing for both adults and children aimed at developing sailing skills in an informal manner throughout the summer. The school is housed at the Lyme Regis Sailing Club and also offers instructor courses for those wishing to take it to the next level.
Guided Fossil Walks
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Brandon Lennon is a professional fossil collector in Lyme Regis who has turned his expertise into an experience to share, offering guided tours along part of Lyme Bay’s famous Jurassic Coast. Informative, educational, and giving you the chance to find your own fossils along the way, he set up the business with his father Ian, himself a geologist, and together they offer more than 25 years’ experience in the field. Brandon’s fossils are sold in local shops and online, and the pair have featured on numerous TV programmes showcasing their knowledge. There’s a timetable of public walks that you can book, as well as private walks available – simply contact them directly through the website.
A guided walk with Brandon is brilliant, regardless of the weather or time of year. Brandon has spent a lifetime learning about, finding and preparing fossils and happily shares his extensive knowledge. He'll show you what fossils to look for and where to find them plus he'll show you how to polish them too. Don't miss!
August 2022
Brandon’s tours are first rate - and very popular so book early. He is hugely knowledgable, entertaining and dedicated to his craft. This means he’ll have you finding fossils for yourself in no time.
November 2019
thoroughly enjoyed this walk, our guides Chris and Paddy were full of knowledge and made the fossil hunt very interesting
October 2017
SUP2You
(Less than a mile)
Sup2You offers simple online hire of inflatable paddle boards making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the UK’s beaches, coastline and waterways. Paddleboarding is the perfect way to stay active, have fun with your family and explore the beautiful region where you’re staying; but with everything else you need to bring on holiday sometimes you won’t have the car space to bring your own! With SUP2You the process couldn’t be easier, simply click the link below, select the board and duration online, and your paddleboard will be couriered next day to your holiday cottage.
Click here for further information
Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
(Less than a mile)
(8)
A private museum that’s owned and run by Palaeontologist Steve Davies and his wife Jenny, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum contains a spectacular collection of the local Jurassic marine fossils. The collection grows each year, meaning there’s always something new to see, with more than 10,000 specimens to show people just how exciting and wonderful the world of fossils and dinosaurs really is. Even the building itself has an interesting pedigree as the pioneering fossil hunter Mary Anning was baptised here on 27th June 1799 and continued to worship here until about 1830. She discovered the first Ichthyosaur on the beaches here in 1811.
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Lovely little museum, loads of interesting displays and information, great for families.
April 2024
Lots of interesting fossils and dinosaurs on view.
October 2023
So many fossils could fo with an upgrade but if you're interested its work popping in
October 2023
Interesting displays, especially the time gallery upstairs. We were unfortunate to go when there was a group of students, so couldn't get to all rooms, but gent on the door did warn us.
March 2023
Worth a visit and we thought it was good value. Loads of things to see and read but you have got to be into fossils and geology. Some great set ups with models, and all explained. There were some very young children in there as we walked around and they seem to love it, as the models were huge for them. They were barely walking but seem to know many of the dinosaur names. The person who welcomed us was really friendly and was happy to advice on good places to hunt for fossils. It needs a bit of a dust in places, as do most museums.
June 2022
We've visited here several times, there's a good mix of info for all age ranges, so children and adults are kept busy. Definitely worth a visit if dinosaurs and fossils are your thing. It's a bit cramped inside, but that has never spoiled our visit.
March 2022
Steve Davies has created a unique and astonishing museum on two spacious floors within the old Baptist Chapel that Mary Anning frequented. The geology and wide range of fossils are explained and exhibited. Steve has also purchased and exhibits the truly remarkable collections of several other Lyme "rock hunters", and in a very nice touch uses short biographical notes to explain their contributions. Fossil and history paradise. Don's miss it!!!
September 2021
Really good morning here, something for all ages, good timelines and lovely dinosaurs to hold for children. Very good.
April 2018
Lyme Regis Museum
(Less than a mile)
(14)
Standing where Dorset meets Devon, the Lyme Regis Museum is on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and was built on the site of fossilist Mary Anning’s home. A chance to discover Lyme’s history, geology, fossils, artists and writers, from J M Whistler to Jane Austen and John Fowles, the museum stands in the heart of the town and is run almost entirely by volunteers. Collections range from interesting to quirky displays with walks and events scheduled throughout the season, so keep an eye on the website for more information. The museum is open from Easter to November and prices start at £3.95 for adults while children and students go free.
A nice little museum wirth a visit
October 2023
A small but perfectly-formed museum, packed full of interesting local history.
September 2023
Quaint building and interesting selection of exhibits- our 4 year old loved the lie on the floor dinosaur scene.
July 2023
This is a really lovely museum which is packed full of interesting artefacts and fossils. My kids and I enjoyed looking round and learning so much. There is a cute gift shop at the end too. The staff were very friendly and helpful and were happy to chat about fossils.
July 2022
Always interesting and its all been updated in recent years. It can get busy so go in early. We bought an annual pass as it's only £1 more and worth the value, plus supporting a great British attraction, not some franchise theme park. There is a lot about fossils but also interesting exhibits covering the area and notable locals who have lived there. There is a big spoiler about the Meryl Streep scene when she was to be filmed standing at the end of the Cobb but you need to look out for that yourself to find out what happened.
June 2022
Great- full of interesting local info aimed at children and adults. The building itself is worth seeing from inside, and the displays are well arranged- we escaped a rainy afternoon, and thoroughly enjoyed it
March 2022
This wonderful and friendly museum explains the uniqueness of Lyme, it's history, characters, geology, and most famous fossils. It feels intimate, cared for, and there is something for everyone. It also has a splendid gallery about Mary Anning, her fossils, and struggle. This museum offers the "whole picture" context for the more specialised Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The two together will enrich any thoughtful visitor.
September 2021
Well worth a visit especially if you go on Town history walk first.
July 2019
Fossils galore- recommend the Fossil Walk which includes the Museum entry. The staff there are very helpful and impart their knowledge with enthusiasm.
October 2018
Great and you get to return for a year with your entry ticket
September 2018
Excellent.
July 2018
Would highly recommend the Fossil Walk. Highly informative, lots to discover and a great walk for all ages.
June 2018
Excellent museum with friendly, enthusiastic staff. Fossil walks not to be missed - recommended after rain and storms for best finds.
April 2018
Fascinating museum detailing the history of Lyme Regis and of course the fossils! Reasonably priced and well worth a visit.
September 2017
Town Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(9)
In the picturesque harbour town of Lyme Regis, Town Beach is covered in pebbles at one end thanks to the coastal protection scheme that placed them there to provide essential care for the Marine Parade and the buildings along it. At the other end the beach has been built up with sand, no longer gets covered at high tide and provides an extensive beach area manned by RNLI lifeguards in the summer. There are kiosks, cafes, shops and restaurants bordering the beach, so it’s ideal for visiting with family and spending the whole day on the sand if the weather allows. The main sandy beach in the area, it’s a delight and easy to get to when on holiday in Dorset. There is paid parking nearby, so don’t forget your change, and remember that dogs are not permitted from 1st April to 31st October, while from 1st November to 31st March they must be on leads.
Nice clean beach with plenty of clean WCs and cafes. The sandy bit at the harbour is good for dogs to run around (out of season) and kids to dig in.
April 2024
Nice beach but very busy and did not like the swooping seagulls!
August 2023
Wonderful location and so much to do, we didn't use our car once for a week, unheard of!! The parking in the town not good but for a town of that age, it was adequate and the other car parks further out were very good.
May 2022
Booked a beach hut from Town Council! Great fun and provided welcome shade on v hot day! Appreciated the two chairs provided but would have liked a small table for food / coffee
September 2021
Great beach on the sandy side was really busy and made use of the boat hire on the beach which was great fun, seagulls are a real issue when it comes to food and we ate ours in our tent after my daughter lost a sandwich to one right out of her mouth.
August 2021
We loved the seafront and that in October it was full of people. We liked the beach bit, seeing families enjoying the sand, and it was great to see open loos, nice ice-cream and lots of different places to eat and drink.
October 2020
We had a lovely dog walk along the beach, very pleasant.
September 2018
A lovely family friendly beach. Pebbled at one end and sandy at the other. Plenty of eateries and ice cream places. A good place for fossil hunting.
August 2018
Excellent area and beach although extremely busy if the sun makes an appearance. I go to Lyme Regis whilst dogs are allowed on the beach (I do use it with my dog) and would like to see more policing re dogs off leads.
April 2017
Church Cliff Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Famous for its picturesque Jurassic coastline, as well as its array of fossils, Church Cliff Beach is on the edge of Lyme Regis town. Sandy in places, at low tide there is an extensive rock ledge with hundreds of rock pools where you can catch shrimp. The River Lym flows into the bay, so paddling is a necessity if you want to stroll on the sand. The beach is flanked by rock armour which protects the promenade, and the sand is covered at high tide. There’s paid parking close by, so don’t forget your change. There are facilities, restaurants and cafes in the town. There’s no lifeguard cover on this beach, and dogs are permitted all year round, which is great news for walkers as it also makes up part of the West Dorset Heritage Coast and its accompanying footpaths.
Plenty of parking with a moderate walk down many steps to the beach. Worth the walk though with plenty of fossils around if your prepared to look.
September 2023
Lovely beach but spoilt by the amount of broken bits of glass and rusty metal components that have fallen from the cliff (believe there was some form of rubbish dump at the top of the cliff many years ago) - not a problem for most people but was worried about our dog getting injured.
May 2023
A lovely stretch of beach with rock pools and a chance to find fossils. Get there as the tide is going out and get there early. Take provisions as it is just a beach, of shingle and sand, there are some rocks to clamber over and rock pools to explore. One of our favourite beaches in the UK.
June 2022
Cobb Gate Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(8)
This pretty harbour town dates back to the 14th century, and is sheltered by a curving harbour wall, The Cobb, as its known contains a small sandy beach made famous in the opening shot of the film The French Lieutenant’s Woman. You reach the beach between the RNLI station and the slipway, and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months. Activities nearby include fishing, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, surfing and water skiing, while facilities close to the beach include cafes and restaurants and toilets. There are lots of walks in the area including guided tours of the famous fossil bearing cliffs. There is paid parking nearby, Axminster train station is five minutes away as the crow flies and buses are available to the town centre. Dogs are allowed on the beach from 1st November to 30th March as long as they’re on the lead, but they are not permitted in the summer months.
Love the stroll along the Cobb beach and area so clean plenty of places to eat and drink. The locals are so warm and welcoming, can’t beat Lyme regis
November 2021
Perfect sandy beach for everyone. Loved the Marine Parade with food and drink and ice creams.
October 2021
excellent, safe beach
September 2021
Always raked and cleaned. Pretty safe, excellent lifeguards. Restaurants and cafes need to be open later. Toilets very clean but not enough of them so long queues. Watch out for seagulls stealing food from your hands!
August 2021
Lovely harbour and great places to grab a bite to eat. But it is extremely busy. Every inch of the small patch of sand by the cobb was taken up but beach shelters, feet deck chairs etc. If your kids are not fussed about sand avoid the area if you want quite and relaxing. The other side of the cobb is quite and so are the toilets (which are clean)
August 2021
We walked here from Seaton along the muddy coastal path and Lyme Regis is lovely . We took a boat out from the cob .
July 2021
The cob was lovely to walk on and all you needed was near by
September 2020
Lovely to see this in sunshine for the first time in several visits. Worth going early to see it uncrowded.
June 2018
Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Named after the Duke of Monmouth who landed here in 1685 in an attempt to take the crown from King James II, Monmouth Beach is a large pebble and sand beach that stretches over a kilometer southwest from the Cobb wall. There are beach huts, a bowling green, the Lyme Regis Power Boat Club and paid car parks close by. Meanwhile, for those wishing to have their own exploratory adventures, you can find a layer of limestone called the ammonite graveyard at Monmouth Beach, containing a large number of (you guessed it) ammonites. There are numerous walks close by and dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. There is lifeguard cover in the summer, and all the town’s cafés, restaurants and amenities are within easy reach.
A very lovely beach if you like stones! But great when the tide is right out and you can fossil hunting.
October 2023
My dog Luna and I really enjoy walking and playing ball along the beach keeping eyes down to see if we can find a fossil!!! very clean and looked after Love it!!!
June 2022
Stunning, quiet and picture perfect ideal place to relax and paint ?
November 2021
Stayed here in The Little Sea House right on the beach. Amazing sunrises. Beautiful and peaceful but tricky to walk on in places.
October 2021
We had a lovely holiday staying in the little sea house. Perfect location on the beach. Was very warm & cosy inside. Was generally clean on arrival but think it could do a intensive deep clean occasionally to clean racks /hard to reach places ( plug holes) but this did not effect our stay ( I’m just bit OCD with cleaning) I would recommend this to anyone wanting a relaxing tranquil break. Also the out hours staff from toadhall cottages were very helpful. Would book again
May 2021
Just beautiful
September 2020
Great for fossil hunting and dog friendly!
September 2017
Charmouth Beach
(2 miles)
(7)
Perfect for family days out, Charmouth Beach is a mix of sand and pebbles, fossils (for which the area is famous), good swimming and good surf. It is divided into two distinct areas (East and West) by the mouth of the River Char, which often forms a lagoon suitable for boating or watching the ducks swim past. To get to the beach, simply find the centre of the village and follow Lower Sea Lane. There are ample car parks close to the beach as well as another one half way down Lower Sea Lane if those are full. Dogs are allowed on the West beach as long as they are on leads from 1st May and 30th September between the sea defenses and Lyme Regis but not on the area of beach in front of the beach huts and the Heritage Centre. From 1st July to 31st August dogs are not allowed on East Beach between 10:00am and 6:00pm, but are welcome outside these hours. At East Beach there is a beach café and picnic tables close by, and in the summer months there is a bouncy castle. There are also lots of beautiful walks close by to enjoy. West Beach meanwhile is about a mile and a half long and is a haven for fossil hunters and avid rock-poolers.
Charmouth Beach is just wonderful, lovely walks with no cars or road noise. Heaven!
April 2024
Walking this beach from Lyme Regis
October 2023
Great beach, Its busy by the shops but plenty of places to walk to find space away from others. The toilets are bad, so with a few wipes and wash you hands after. Get there early for parking. It is sand, shingle and rock pools, so great for a non commercialised beach day. Follow the tide out if you are fossil hunting but best to have a guided tour first from the museum so you know what you are looking for. One of our favourite sea sides in Britain.
June 2022
This is a beautiful area. Gets very busy and there are about four car parks and on street parking. The museum was very fascinating. Toilet queue was horrendous. This is a great area for inflatables as you can go down the stream if you want instead of the sea. There is also a large grass bank to picnic on instead of the beach cobbles.
August 2021
Great beach if but a bit stony where we went, good facilities for food and drinks and no where near as many seagulls as Lyme Regis.
August 2021
Lovely quaint beach.
May 2019
Lovely spot to sit, relax and look for fossils.
October 2018
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