Location: Lyme Regis
Top Things to do in Lyme Regis
What to do and see in Lyme Regis, England: The Best Outdoor Activities
Lyme Regis /ˌlaɪmˈriːdʒɪs/ is a town in West Dorset, England, 25 miles (40 km) west of Dorchester and 25 miles (40 km) east of Exeter. It lies at Lyme Bay on the English Channel coast at the Dorset–Devon border. It is nicknamed "The Pearl of Dorset". It is noted for fossils found in cliffs and beaches that are part of the Heritage Coast—known commercially as the Jurassic Coast—a World Heritage Site. The harbour wall known as "The Cobb" appears in Jane Austen's novel Persuasion, in the John Fowles novel The French Lieutenant's Woman, and in the 1981 film of the same name, which was partly shot in Lyme Regis. Its one-time mayor and MP was Admiral Sir George Somers, who founded the English colonial settlement of the Somers Isles, now known as Bermuda. Lyme Regis is twinned with St George's, Bermuda. In July 2015 Lyme Regis also became "tripled" with Jamestown, Virginia, as the Historic Atlantic Triangle of Lyme, St George's and Jamestown. The 2011 Census gave the parish and electoral ward a population of 3,671.
Restaurants in Lyme Regis
1. Harry May Boat Trips
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5.0 based on 504 reviews
One hour mackerel fishing trips leave Lyme Regis harbour all day long.Adults £15 Children £10.Come and catch your supper whilst cruising along the Jurassic Coast.Also available are three hour deep sea fishing trips from 8.30 to 11.30am,£45 for adults and £30 for children including rod and bait. People absolutely love these trips and its quite possible to have your catch cooked for you on your return to the harbour. Herbies will cook your catch for you , £6 your fish and their chips. The fish is cooked on the griddle and because its so fresh tastes delicious, Herbies is four minutes walk from the boat. Please make sure you ask the skipper well before the end of the trip that you would like your fish cooked for you and he will prepare it and remove all the bones. Sound like a good idea?
2. Lyme RIB Rides
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5.0 based on 370 reviews
Running scenic coastal trips and RIB rides along the Jurassic coast and the Undercliff nature reserve from Lyme Regis harbour. We have trips suitable for the whole family and provide life Jackets for all and coats on request.
3. Boylos Watersports
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Boylo's is a unique watersports store, running seasonal paddle boarding lessons in beautiful Lyme Regis.
4. Nick's Fishing Trips
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Deep sea fishing 3 hours , Boat trips, fishing trips , sightseeing , private charter, mackerel fishing, coast tours. , rod fishing . Jurassic Coast. I offer a family friendly experience with as much help and supervision as you require. Trips are generally an hour long, plenty of time to catch a few fish for supper or a barbecue . I can't guarantee you'll catch a fish but we do our best to make that happen. Call for prices and any special arrangements you'd like to make ; I offer private charter for people who'd like a boat to themselves at a very competitive rate. It's your holiday, your trip,feel free to call me to talk it through. I'll make every effort to fit in with your aspirations. Birthday party, fishing trip, coast trip, even scattering a loved ones ashes at sea, I'm here to help. There are some restrictions on access for wheelchair users due to harbour design, I welcome individuals with extra needs and will make every effort to maximise your access and enjoyment, call me.
5. Jurassic SUP & Fitness Ltd
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5.0 based on 126 reviews
Guided SUP (paddle boarding) tours & lessons, personal training and organised activities such as hiking, along the beautiful Dorset coastline. Tailor made weekends with a full programme of adventures, finding time to enjoy the wonderful local dining & watering options. Fully qualified instructor offering safe, relaxed and fun activities for all ages and abilities to help explore what Charmouth, Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast has to offer!
6. Lyme Regis Kayak Hire
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
7. Monmouth Beach
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4.5 based on 265 reviews
Reviewed By JennyGlos - Wotton-under-Edge, United Kingdom
Lovely spot to lose yourself for a few hours, get engrossed rooting around for fossils and listening to the sound of the waves breaking against the pebbles.
8. Lyme Regis Golf Club
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
Lyme Regis Golf Club was founded in 1893 and is recognised as one of the finest golf courses in the South West. The course occupies a cliff top site with coastal views towards Portland Bill and overlooks the historic town and World Heritage Site of Lyme Regis. The condition of the course is the source of constant praise from visiting golfers and is to the credit of our team of expert and dedicated greens staff. Although on a cliff top plateau the course itself is not actually hilly and golfers can enjoy an exhilarating round of golf with some magnificent views. Why not have a look at what Lyme Regis Golf Club has to offer in our section on The Course then check out our Visitor's information section.
Reviewed By stigH9009ET - Tenerife, Spain
Surprisingly very good all round. Firstly great people watching as golfers finish on the 18th hole, non members made very welcome to the bar and restaurant which has easy parking which is a bonus in Lyme. The bay is walkable from the course. The food is really good with respected local chief, the new star of the show is the steward who provides that exceptional touch you might get at places like the Ritz, he notices everything and is so polite. Very refreshing and much improved.
9. Cobb Beach
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4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By JoLivall - Bath, United Kingdom
Great place to people watch. Sat on beach in mid October! Just watching the Pug dog rescue day. Pugs everywhere. :0)
10. Lyme Regis Beach
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Gloryhornetboy08 - Chichester, United Kingdom
We parked on a hill out of town fairly cheaply. Then walked down to the beach and right along the promenade to the lifeboat station and Cobb beach. It is a lovely place, as is the town with some great shops and cafes, also some narrow little roads away from main street that have some interesting things to see including a brewery shop and bakers with cafe.
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