Key Features
- Property code: CRAYS
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Crays Cottage is a deceptively spacious riverside cottage within easy reach of the beach and shops – a lovely base for a relaxing holiday. Located near the heart of this unspoilt Dorset seaside town, a perfect choice for those seeking a seaside cottage with all the amenities on the doorstep.
Within a ten minute walk, guests can meander down to Lyme Regis following the quiet river Lim to the bustling sea front and promenade.
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!
Key Features
- Property code: CRAYS
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Crays Cottage is a deceptively spacious riverside cottage within easy reach of the beach and shops – a lovely base for a relaxing holiday. Located near the heart of this unspoilt Dorset seaside town, a perfect choice for those seeking a seaside cottage with all the amenities on the doorstep.
Within a ten minute walk, guests can meander down to Lyme Regis following the quiet river Lim to the bustling sea front and promenade.
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!
Fully fitted kitchen equipped with electric double oven and hob, microwave and fridge with icebox.
Cloakroom with WC, washbasin and a washing machine.
Dining room with table and chairs to seat six.
Lounge is furnished with sofa and armchairs, flatscreen TV and DVD player. Stairs from the lounge to the first floor.
Bedroom 1 with 4ft 6inch double bed and en-suite shower room.
Bedroom 2 with a 4ft 6inch double.
Bedroom 3 with a 3ft single bed.
Family bathroom with mixer taps, WC and washbasin.
To the rear of the property is a small garden with shingle area ideal for sitting out on the garden furniture.. However, due to the uneven ground, the garden is not suitable for children to play in – they will need to be supervised.
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.
To the front of the property is a parking space for a small to medium size car.
Electric Cars: - Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Included: Bed linen and towels, (please bring your own beach towels), WiFi, electricity, gas central heating.
- Pets: One well behaved pet welcome in public areas of property only (not bedrooms). Pet Charge: £30.00 per pet per week.
- Arrival time - 4pm and Departure time - 10am.
- 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
- Smoking/Vaping: Not permitted.
- Local facilities: Beach, shops and pubs: 10 minute easy walk or 2 minutes in the car.. Axminster 5 miles. Bridport 10 miles.
The Nag's Head
(Less than a mile)
A welcoming 18th century pub full of charm serving simple, hearty pub grub and a great range or local beers and ciders. Attracting both locals and holidaymakers with its friendly atmosphere, live music nights and fabulous views from the sunny beer terrace.
The Nags Head, 32 Silver Street, Lyme Regis DT7 3HS (T:01297 442312)
The Volunteer Inn - Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(18)
The Volunteer Inn is a family-run, seventeenth century pub located in the heart of Lyme Regis in Dorset. One of the only remaining pubs on the high street it is traditional in style with cosy areas to sit and chat, a nice fire roaring in the colder months, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and of course a good pint - a winning combination!
The Volunteer Inn 31 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE (T: 01297 442214)
Great choice of ales including house bitter at £3.75 a pint.
October 2023
Walked in on spec, booked a meal for an hour later Great food and brilliant service
July 2023
Best pub in Lyme. Great pub grub, great beer and relaxing friendly vibe.
June 2023
Busy but friendly bar, both staff and customers, and good choice of real ales!
May 2023
Had a really nice meal here one evening recently. Service and food very good. However, it was a pity that no desserts or coffee seemed to be available which would have rounded off a very pleasant visit.
July 2022
Great friendly pub, excellent food, beer and value for money
July 2022
Great food, some of the best we had all week. Don't be put off by the looks, its a great place for food. The main bar is to the right as you go in and plenty of locals seemed to be enjoying the many beers on offer. The main dining is left as you go in. We really enjoyed the food and you need to check out the specials, which we nearly missed. The service was great and the staff welcoming. It gets busy so go early and book a table.
June 2022
made to feel welcome food and service very good
May 2022
Sunday lunch a must Best we had in a while
October 2021
Lovely Sunday roast which was very reasonably priced. The meat was cooked perfectly an the size of the portions was huge! Recommend booking in advance.
October 2021
A young couple from our party very much enjoyed an evening meal and the walk home was pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely pub food and friendly staff
August 2021
We visited in mid October for a Sunday lunch - magnificent and so much on the plate I was full for the rest of the day!
October 2020
Even though it was during the school holidays it was a very limited menu with only one pudding! The food we had was good and the pub has a warm friendly atmosphere.
November 2019
had a lovely fish pie. Nice traditional pub.
June 2019
No food to speak of. Just a few filled rolls on the counter. A good local for beer.
September 2018
Exceptional quality and amount of food portions. We tried most of the offerings as there were a lot of us and can honestly say all meals were excellent value, well presented and good portions.
July 2018
Great pub food with good choice of beers and cider, good atmosphere.
July 2017
The Millside
(Less than a mile)
Found in the artisan quarter of town, The Millside has a mostly seafood menu using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients in a relaxed, friendly and chic environment
The Millside 1 Mill Lane, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3PU (01297445999)
Cobb Arms
(Less than a mile)
(28)
A family run pub with a fantastic atmosphere in a great location on the harbourside of Lyme Regis. Catering for everyone including the dog and also specialising in gluten free food. A whole range of wonderful choices to excite your taste buds and well positioned to enjoy the summer carnival, food festivals and famous lifeboat week.
Cobb Arms, Marine Parade, Lyme Regis DT7 3JF (T: 01297 443242)
A great menu and lovely food. Friendly, welcoming staff & excellent fish & chips. We enjoyed 2 meals here & both excellent. Would eat here again.
November 2023
Great food. Good choice. Funny and friendly staff. Just don’t get the crumble (fruit soup)
October 2023
A nice pub friendly staff
October 2023
Eaten here a few times and always tasty food with good service. Was not disappointed with scallops starter and plaice main course. Full of flavour.
September 2023
Friendly pub with good food right on the front.
April 2023
Lovely pub with great views
June 2022
Great pies!
October 2021
Food was ok and the pub lovely. Felt like staff just wanted you to leave so they could close, even though it was 9.30p.m!
September 2021
Absolutely blown away by standard of service and food, we haven’t been in the cobb for years because of a bad experience but we booked two days in a row fantastic
July 2021
Good food ,good beer, dog friendly. What's not to like.
July 2021
Had a great visit to the covid open air tables at the side of the Cobb. Really nice pies and good selection of beers. Great prices too. Very well looked after.
May 2021
Food was fabulous, service was good and cheerful, and reasonably priced (with the eat out scheme on top)
August 2020
The staff were so friendly at this pub, very welcoming and happy to help. The food was great along with the wine. I would highly recommend.
January 2020
Top notch seafood (it could not be any fresher!) and very friendly service.
November 2019
We stayed in Lyme Regis in mid-November and after a fabulous birthday meal at this lovely pub it became our go-to place during our stay. Great food, friendly staff and the dog was made most welcome. We enjoyed a farewell breakfast there when we left Lyme Regis.
November 2019
Greta food, great service and welcomes dogs. Good value for money and plenty of choice for vegetarians and vegans as well as meat eaters. Loved the atmosphere.
November 2019
Both my husband and I had the massive burger, and we were not disappointed!! It was delicious, so full up I didn't get to enjoy a dessert, which were very tempting. I tried the local Gin, Grapefruit flavoured, was amazing, so bought a bottle before coming home. For our first date night since our Son has been born was a wonderful experience, definitely recommend The Cobb Arms
September 2019
Lovely friendly staff , beautiful food and plenty of it definitely must eat there ????
August 2019
Excellent food and dog friendly.
November 2018
Very nice family run pub. Staff extremely friendly and food good. Would recommend and visited twice as we were impressed on the first visit. Well done.
October 2018
A friendly welcome for us and the dog and the food was lovely.
October 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed local fish platter, very welcoming and pleased they allowed dogs. Visited a couple of times.
October 2018
We enjoyed eating at the Cobb Arms. Actually went there three times. The food was fine and the service cheerful and good. We did have to wait quite a long time for our meal, as they cook everything to order but we weren't in any particular hurry. The really nice thing about this place is the welcome they give dogs. We have a Labrador, who lay under the table quite happily.
October 2018
Great food good value for money. Staff very friendly.
September 2018
good food and very friendly service would highly recommend
June 2018
We had a lovely lunch with kids and dog. Lovely attentive staff.
August 2017
We had poor service and the fish stew wasn't good at all.
July 2017
Had 2 meals here while on holiday. Lovely food and excellent staff. Very friendly
July 2017
Cibo
(Less than a mile)
Lovely local deli with cheese counter and fresh bread daily. A great place to stock up for picnics or light lunches in your cottage.
Cibo 32 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE
The Town Mill
(Less than a mile)
(25)
This ancient watermill, set in the artisan quarter of Lyme Regis, was rescued from dereliction by local volunteers and painstakingly restored for the public to enjoy. Nestling around a cobbled courtyard, the mill buildings house a working flour watermill, as well as art galleries, a café, artisan workshops, a bakery & deli and a micro-brewery.
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Well worth a visit. Free to enter and you can show yourself around. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. Very interesting.
April 2024
Loved this! Historic monument & enthusiastic volunteers. My 4 & 6 year olds loved watching the Water Wheel & cog mechanics when it was operating. So much so, we came back 3 days in a row to see the demonstration. Great history lesson!
April 2024
The cafe serves excellent toasted sandwiches and salad.
October 2023
Lovely little spot. Away from crowds
October 2023
Amazing place. Really helpful volunteers and lovely setting.
August 2023
Interesting place . Had breakfast twice at the town mill bakery , can really recommend .
May 2023
Excellent micro brewery
May 2023
Called in for breakfast on a wet Bank Holiday. Very busy but staff were friendly and attentive. A bit pricey but tasty, good quality food.
May 2023
Lovely place to sit outside with the dog on a sunny afternoon and have a lovely beer.
April 2023
Picturesque but not much open when we went in March.
March 2023
Lovely place for a drinkp
August 2022
Lovely area with a gallery, restaurants and a pub. Can thoroughly recommend the cider!
June 2022
Most enjoyable visit
June 2022
very interesting tour of working mill.The lyme regis brewery has fantastic beers and a lovely courtyard to sit in the sun to drink it
May 2022
Even better since its recent restoration- you can see inside the mill from a viewing platform and read the information board- no charge but donations encouraged. It's a beautiful building, brilliantly restored; we bought flour from the shop because we were inspired to encourage this little gem to thrive.
March 2022
The old Mill has been lovingly restored to working order, and volunteers are keen to talk about its history, working, and demonstrate it's working. A gem, must be seen. The enjoy a beer or cider across the yard at the Brewery!
September 2021
The brewery was excellent!
June 2021
We loved the Town Mill, particularly the Lyme Regis micro-brewery. Weather wasn't too kind but never spoiled our visits. Covid meant we had to sit at outside tables, sometimes in the rain, however staff were always willing to bring our orders to us as we stood with umbrellas or managed to get a table with cover. Great hosts and great fun.
May 2021
It's a lovely collection of buildings and artisan businesses, a great area to while away time, get inspired and spend money locally! The people at the mill are super-keen and we enjoyed the whole place a lot.
October 2020
A great attraction to visit and learn about milling of grain into flour. A guided tour available and only a donation suggested. Great for children and adults alike. Guide very knowledgeable.
November 2019
Well worth a visit for young and old. Well informed volunteers provide the tour and make it so interesting. No fee is charged but contributions are welcomed and help to keep it open so please give generously.
July 2019
Well worth a visit. The "miller" gave a very informative tour Which included some history of Lyme regis as well as explaining the workings of the mill.
October 2018
The Town Mill is a great attraction, the tour guided by a volunteer miller was excellent and informative.(suggest checking the tour times as they did not run every day) . Opportunities for photographs during the tour were limited because of space but I returned a couple of days later and was able to wander around and take as many as I wanted , I also got to talk to another miller. All for a donation entry fee! The small shop sold their flour and books about the mill. ( I think 2 other reviews were talking about the Courtyard Cafe)
October 2018
Took ages to serve us and the table service in general was poor. Food was good but let down by indifferent service.
July 2018
Well worth a visit as the central feature in a really pleasant old town walk behind the main street. Easier when you start at the top and go down through the twists and turns.
June 2018
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.
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Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
Literary Lyme Walking Tours
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast have a wealth of natural history to explore, but alongside that, they also have a fascinating literary background. Literary Lyme Walking Tours take you on a journey through the setting of films and novels, introducing you to the inspiration behind famous characters and following in the footsteps of authors who chose to visit and live in the area including Jane Austen and Mary Anning. Tours are themed to particular genres and authors, such as the Jane Austen tours or the French Lieutenant's Woman tours. The walks range in times and prices so for more information get in touch or take a peek at their website!
Lovely staff. Really interesting and informative museum. Loved reading about the history of the town and seeing the fossils!
August 2021
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
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
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
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
A superb location! Lovely to walk along the river path to Uplyme and into the town via the little walkways. Near to shops/pubs and the beach. Absolutely perfect! The floor of the ensuite bathroom was quite dusty under the radiator.
September 2023
Always a pleasure to stay at Crays. Clean, comfortable and in a beautiful location. Shame about the atrocious weather, but that’s no fault of either the property or Lyme Regis. Will definitely stay here again.
August 2023
We always love coming to Lyme Regis and discovered new shops that have opened and enjoyed visiting the Kiosk coffee shop on the sea front during our morning dog walks. Their bacon bagels are out of this world! We look forward to our next trip down.
August 2023
Brilliant location and an easy walk to town.
August 2023
Location is great, town was easy to walk to and ideal spot to head out by car. Cottage has a homely feel to it and was comfortable. The fridge was very small and so limited the amount of fresh chilled food that could be stored. The kitchen utensils and cookware were minimal, fine if you choose to eat out not so great if you need to cook family meals every day. On the plus side there were plenty of empty cupboards to store things in. Would consider booking again, we all enjoyed our stay
June 2023
Cottage was great had everything we needed, location was just perfect 10 min walk into town. would say that parking is just for a small car as suggested, would definitely stay again
June 2023
We had a lovely week and really enjoyed the sunshine in the back garden and being able to walk to the seafront
May 2023
Very much ,location to Lyme brilliant. please ask owners to supply some scissors for kitchen.
May 2023
We loved our stay. It was a comfortable cosy cottage with plenty of room. We were very appreciative of the welcome pack of treats. Thank You.
May 2023
Beautiful location. This was our second visit, enjoyed it so much we are returning in September.
April 2023
We had a lovely stay thank you.
March 2023
Had a great week in this comfortable, cosy and roomy house. It's in a good location, a short walk from town and beach mostly beside the river which flows outside the house. The secluded back garden and parking space at the front are a real bonus. Certainly intend to return. The message that the house was ready early was much appreciated.
September 2022
Lovely stay, second time at this cottage and will be looking to book again for next year.
September 2022
Loved holiday with my daughter and 3 grandchildren, going to book again for myself partner and Dog ..
August 2022
As above really enjoyed thanks.
August 2022
Great stay with the cottage ideally situated a flat(ish) walk into Lyme.
July 2022
The cottage is beautiful and well equipped, clean and welcoming on arrival with a lovely little hamper in a cute bag. The location is perfect a short stroll and your in the town with a lovely dog friendly beach. Thank you for a relaxing peaceful holiday we will be returning.
July 2022
Perfectly adequate, could do with updating
June 2022
Comfortable accommodation in a very pretty location. Will definitely book again.
May 2022
very good cottage would stay again
May 2022
Excellent.
November 2021
Perfect location and a lovely cottage, shame about the bed and sofa.
October 2021
Crays cottage is delightful as is the walk to lyme beside the river
September 2021
Great location, parking a bit tight for a large car.
July 2021
Yes a lovely cottage, in an amazing location and the gift on arrival was well appreciated. Thanks to you all our holiday was amazing
May 2021
We did encounter a problem with the shower - this was dealt with very efficiently.
April 2021
We really enjoyed our stay at Crays Cottage, especially after the long lockdown. A dog friendly property in a great location with the added benefit of parking. Walks from the front door and a 10 minute walk along the river to the town centre and beach. There’s also a great micro brewery a 5 minute walk away serving local beer and cider.
October 2020
The quality of the towels and bed linen was excellent. We had a problem with the central heating timer and called Toad Hall and within 20 minutes someone came and sorted it out - very impressive service. Superficially the cottage looked very clean but higher surfaces had not been cleaned thoroughly upstairs in particular in the en suite and the main bedroom. The position of the cottage is very convenient and it was good to have a car parking space, albeit small, but full details of the size of the space were available. We would certainly return !
Thank you for your feedback and we are pleased your call out was resolved, we aim to resolve guest issues asap. Cleaning issues have been highlighted and will be addressed, we are glad it didn't impede on your stay and look forward to your return visit.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2020
the cottage is excellent and had been very well cleaned
October 2020
Yes, we did! Property was well situated for walking to eat, collect takeaways.
September 2020
We had a brilliant stay, and would return again in the future, especially if outside area is cleaned and tidied
Thank you for your feedback and we will of course relay your comments onto the Property Support team to attend the pathway. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2020
Yes,it was a lovely cottage in a lovely location. Close enough to the beach without being in the really busy part. Whilst parking was a little snug we did appreciate being able to park on site too.
October 2019
We loved our stay at Crays Cottage. Thank you Toad Hall! The cottage was lovely. In a very convenient location for a beautiful walk along by the river down into Lyme Regis and to the sea. The walk upstream was also beautiful. It was lovely having the river running by outside and hearing it from the bedrooms. We found Lyme Regis to be a very friendly place. I enjoyed swimming off the sandy beach up towards the harbour. We visited Beer, Seaton and Sidmouth, plus the Donkey Sanctuary to the west. And Charmouth, West Bay, Chesil Beach and Portland Bill to the east. We enjoyed searching for fossils locally and loved the Dinosaur museum in Lyme Regis. We had a fabulous time. Thank you!
July 2019
Yes we enjoyed our stay. Worried about chair safety. Good selection of information leaflets made for an enjoyable stay. The information provided before the holiday about parking and garden was excellent - no nasty surprises there! Keysafe box a bit fiddly.
June 2019
We had a very nice stay, the cottage was superb and fully met our needs. Grand daughter particularly liked the sound of the river outside her bedroom window!
May 2019
very enjoyable. Nothing to add
November 2018
The location was perfect with a lovely walk along the river and an easy fairly level walk to the beach. We are likely to book the cottage again. The welcome pack was very much appreciated.
October 2018
had a lovely stay and wouldn't hesitate to return ourselves or recommend to others.
October 2018
We were very impressed with Crays Cottage. It had a nice feel about it and was very clean and comfortable. The location was perfect. The welcome basket was a lovely gesture - thanks. We needed to phone the property management team one day to ask them to alter the clock for the heating to come on a bit earlier and found them to be very friendly and efficient. We are hoping to book Crays again next summer
October 2018
Lovely cottage - clean and comfortable with a nice feeling. Nice touch with welcome basket. Good friendly and efficient service from property management team when requested heating timer to be changed. Will definitely book Crays again and hoping to do a two-location holiday next year with a Toad Hall cottage in KIngsbridge.
October 2018
We were really impressed with Crays Cottage. The location was perfect and the cottage had a lovely feel about it. Many thanks for the welcome basket and cleaning equipment box - a lovely gesture! We were also impressed with the text message on arrival and when needing to phone the property maintenance company to alter the time settings on the central heating we had really efficient service. We will be looking into booking this cottage again next summer and possibly making a two location booking for two weeks to include a Toad Hall property in Kingsbridge.
September 2018
It was very convenient and we had a lovely stay
June 2018
As we had an older dog we perhaps should have chosen a property with a garden. However the location was great for short walks. A very pretty area. They were resurfacing a road at the back of us which meant noise early morning (before 7.30) but that cannot be controlled.
May 2018
Yes we thoughrly enjoyed our stay,and would love to return,everything was on hand and couldn’t ask for better. Thank you.
May 2018
Had a very enjoyable stay and enjoyed all that Lyme Regis had to offer.
December 2017
A beautiful cottage, well placed in location
November 2017
We had a lovely week and would recommend the cottage to anyone. There was plenty of room and the kitchen was particularly well equipt - everything you could need was available. The whole place was warm, welcoming and cosy. We would definitely stay again. Many thanks.
October 2017
The property has a well equipped kitchen. It's an extremely clean comfortable place to stay. After experiencing a slight problem, which was not an emergency,I called the office. The lady I spoke to was polite and helpful,within 5 minutes she was back on the phone having arranged for a plumber to call later that day. We went on holiday with a different company earlier this year. The beds hadn't been changed, the whole place inside and out was neglected and dirty, leaving us quite depressed. Thank you toad hall cottages for our lovely break. We will certainly use you again.
September 2017
Despite my comments above we enjoyed our stay. The good points of the property are location, parking (however restricted), good heating and hot water on demand and sizeable bathroom and shower room.
September 2017
We found Crays Cottage is a quirky, comfortable cottage in a good location close to the town, well equipped and clean. We found the garden a bit of a challenge but our small terrier enjoyed climbing the steep steps! We really enjoyed our stay in Lyme Regis, although the weather wasn't great. The central heating in the cottage was very efficient so we were able to dry our wet clothes! Toad Hall Cottages were very efficient and helpful throughout our dealings with them, we would definitely use them again.
July 2017
We had a lovely stay, location being the main attraction! The email sent prior to our arrival with the different events going on was brilliant & have never had anything like that before. So useful to know what's going on.
April 2024
A superb location! Lovely to walk along the river path to Uplyme and into the town via the little walkways. Near to shops/pubs and the beach. Absolutely perfect! The floor of the ensuite bathroom was quite dusty under the radiator.
September 2023
Always a pleasure to stay at Crays. Clean, comfortable and in a beautiful location. Shame about the atrocious weather, but that’s no fault of either the property or Lyme Regis. Will definitely stay here again.
August 2023
We always love coming to Lyme Regis and discovered new shops that have opened and enjoyed visiting the Kiosk coffee shop on the sea front during our morning dog walks. Their bacon bagels are out of this world! We look forward to our next trip down.
August 2023
Brilliant location and an easy walk to town.
August 2023
Location is great, town was easy to walk to and ideal spot to head out by car. Cottage has a homely feel to it and was comfortable. The fridge was very small and so limited the amount of fresh chilled food that could be stored. The kitchen utensils and cookware were minimal, fine if you choose to eat out not so great if you need to cook family meals every day. On the plus side there were plenty of empty cupboards to store things in. Would consider booking again, we all enjoyed our stay
June 2023
Cottage was great had everything we needed, location was just perfect 10 min walk into town. would say that parking is just for a small car as suggested, would definitely stay again
June 2023
We had a lovely week and really enjoyed the sunshine in the back garden and being able to walk to the seafront
May 2023
Very much ,location to Lyme brilliant. please ask owners to supply some scissors for kitchen.
May 2023
We loved our stay. It was a comfortable cosy cottage with plenty of room. We were very appreciative of the welcome pack of treats. Thank You.
May 2023
Beautiful location. This was our second visit, enjoyed it so much we are returning in September.
April 2023
We had a lovely stay thank you.
March 2023
Had a great week in this comfortable, cosy and roomy house. It's in a good location, a short walk from town and beach mostly beside the river which flows outside the house. The secluded back garden and parking space at the front are a real bonus. Certainly intend to return. The message that the house was ready early was much appreciated.
September 2022
Lovely stay, second time at this cottage and will be looking to book again for next year.
September 2022
Loved holiday with my daughter and 3 grandchildren, going to book again for myself partner and Dog ..
August 2022
As above really enjoyed thanks.
August 2022
Great stay with the cottage ideally situated a flat(ish) walk into Lyme.
July 2022
The cottage is beautiful and well equipped, clean and welcoming on arrival with a lovely little hamper in a cute bag. The location is perfect a short stroll and your in the town with a lovely dog friendly beach. Thank you for a relaxing peaceful holiday we will be returning.
July 2022
Perfectly adequate, could do with updating
June 2022
Comfortable accommodation in a very pretty location. Will definitely book again.
May 2022
very good cottage would stay again
May 2022
Excellent.
November 2021
Perfect location and a lovely cottage, shame about the bed and sofa.
October 2021
Crays cottage is delightful as is the walk to lyme beside the river
September 2021
Great location, parking a bit tight for a large car.
July 2021
Yes a lovely cottage, in an amazing location and the gift on arrival was well appreciated. Thanks to you all our holiday was amazing
May 2021
We did encounter a problem with the shower - this was dealt with very efficiently.
April 2021
We really enjoyed our stay at Crays Cottage, especially after the long lockdown. A dog friendly property in a great location with the added benefit of parking. Walks from the front door and a 10 minute walk along the river to the town centre and beach. There’s also a great micro brewery a 5 minute walk away serving local beer and cider.
October 2020
The quality of the towels and bed linen was excellent. We had a problem with the central heating timer and called Toad Hall and within 20 minutes someone came and sorted it out - very impressive service. Superficially the cottage looked very clean but higher surfaces had not been cleaned thoroughly upstairs in particular in the en suite and the main bedroom. The position of the cottage is very convenient and it was good to have a car parking space, albeit small, but full details of the size of the space were available. We would certainly return !
Thank you for your feedback and we are pleased your call out was resolved, we aim to resolve guest issues asap. Cleaning issues have been highlighted and will be addressed, we are glad it didn't impede on your stay and look forward to your return visit.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2020
the cottage is excellent and had been very well cleaned
October 2020
Yes, we did! Property was well situated for walking to eat, collect takeaways.
September 2020
We had a brilliant stay, and would return again in the future, especially if outside area is cleaned and tidied
Thank you for your feedback and we will of course relay your comments onto the Property Support team to attend the pathway. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2020
Yes,it was a lovely cottage in a lovely location. Close enough to the beach without being in the really busy part. Whilst parking was a little snug we did appreciate being able to park on site too.
October 2019
We loved our stay at Crays Cottage. Thank you Toad Hall! The cottage was lovely. In a very convenient location for a beautiful walk along by the river down into Lyme Regis and to the sea. The walk upstream was also beautiful. It was lovely having the river running by outside and hearing it from the bedrooms. We found Lyme Regis to be a very friendly place. I enjoyed swimming off the sandy beach up towards the harbour. We visited Beer, Seaton and Sidmouth, plus the Donkey Sanctuary to the west. And Charmouth, West Bay, Chesil Beach and Portland Bill to the east. We enjoyed searching for fossils locally and loved the Dinosaur museum in Lyme Regis. We had a fabulous time. Thank you!
July 2019
Yes we enjoyed our stay. Worried about chair safety. Good selection of information leaflets made for an enjoyable stay. The information provided before the holiday about parking and garden was excellent - no nasty surprises there! Keysafe box a bit fiddly.
June 2019
We had a very nice stay, the cottage was superb and fully met our needs. Grand daughter particularly liked the sound of the river outside her bedroom window!
May 2019
very enjoyable. Nothing to add
November 2018
The location was perfect with a lovely walk along the river and an easy fairly level walk to the beach. We are likely to book the cottage again. The welcome pack was very much appreciated.
October 2018
had a lovely stay and wouldn't hesitate to return ourselves or recommend to others.
October 2018
We were very impressed with Crays Cottage. It had a nice feel about it and was very clean and comfortable. The location was perfect. The welcome basket was a lovely gesture - thanks. We needed to phone the property management team one day to ask them to alter the clock for the heating to come on a bit earlier and found them to be very friendly and efficient. We are hoping to book Crays again next summer
October 2018
Lovely cottage - clean and comfortable with a nice feeling. Nice touch with welcome basket. Good friendly and efficient service from property management team when requested heating timer to be changed. Will definitely book Crays again and hoping to do a two-location holiday next year with a Toad Hall cottage in KIngsbridge.
October 2018
We were really impressed with Crays Cottage. The location was perfect and the cottage had a lovely feel about it. Many thanks for the welcome basket and cleaning equipment box - a lovely gesture! We were also impressed with the text message on arrival and when needing to phone the property maintenance company to alter the time settings on the central heating we had really efficient service. We will be looking into booking this cottage again next summer and possibly making a two location booking for two weeks to include a Toad Hall property in Kingsbridge.
September 2018
It was very convenient and we had a lovely stay
June 2018
As we had an older dog we perhaps should have chosen a property with a garden. However the location was great for short walks. A very pretty area. They were resurfacing a road at the back of us which meant noise early morning (before 7.30) but that cannot be controlled.
May 2018
Yes we thoughrly enjoyed our stay,and would love to return,everything was on hand and couldn’t ask for better. Thank you.
May 2018
Had a very enjoyable stay and enjoyed all that Lyme Regis had to offer.
December 2017
A beautiful cottage, well placed in location
November 2017
We had a lovely week and would recommend the cottage to anyone. There was plenty of room and the kitchen was particularly well equipt - everything you could need was available. The whole place was warm, welcoming and cosy. We would definitely stay again. Many thanks.
October 2017
The property has a well equipped kitchen. It's an extremely clean comfortable place to stay. After experiencing a slight problem, which was not an emergency,I called the office. The lady I spoke to was polite and helpful,within 5 minutes she was back on the phone having arranged for a plumber to call later that day. We went on holiday with a different company earlier this year. The beds hadn't been changed, the whole place inside and out was neglected and dirty, leaving us quite depressed. Thank you toad hall cottages for our lovely break. We will certainly use you again.
September 2017
Despite my comments above we enjoyed our stay. The good points of the property are location, parking (however restricted), good heating and hot water on demand and sizeable bathroom and shower room.
September 2017
We found Crays Cottage is a quirky, comfortable cottage in a good location close to the town, well equipped and clean. We found the garden a bit of a challenge but our small terrier enjoyed climbing the steep steps! We really enjoyed our stay in Lyme Regis, although the weather wasn't great. The central heating in the cottage was very efficient so we were able to dry our wet clothes! Toad Hall Cottages were very efficient and helpful throughout our dealings with them, we would definitely use them again.
July 2017
We had a lovely stay, location being the main attraction! The email sent prior to our arrival with the different events going on was brilliant & have never had anything like that before. So useful to know what's going on.
The Nag's Head
(Less than a mile)
A welcoming 18th century pub full of charm serving simple, hearty pub grub and a great range or local beers and ciders. Attracting both locals and holidaymakers with its friendly atmosphere, live music nights and fabulous views from the sunny beer terrace.
The Nags Head, 32 Silver Street, Lyme Regis DT7 3HS (T:01297 442312)
The Volunteer Inn - Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(18)
The Volunteer Inn is a family-run, seventeenth century pub located in the heart of Lyme Regis in Dorset. One of the only remaining pubs on the high street it is traditional in style with cosy areas to sit and chat, a nice fire roaring in the colder months, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and of course a good pint - a winning combination!
The Volunteer Inn 31 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE (T: 01297 442214)
Great choice of ales including house bitter at £3.75 a pint.
October 2023
Walked in on spec, booked a meal for an hour later Great food and brilliant service
July 2023
Best pub in Lyme. Great pub grub, great beer and relaxing friendly vibe.
June 2023
Busy but friendly bar, both staff and customers, and good choice of real ales!
May 2023
Had a really nice meal here one evening recently. Service and food very good. However, it was a pity that no desserts or coffee seemed to be available which would have rounded off a very pleasant visit.
July 2022
Great friendly pub, excellent food, beer and value for money
July 2022
Great food, some of the best we had all week. Don't be put off by the looks, its a great place for food. The main bar is to the right as you go in and plenty of locals seemed to be enjoying the many beers on offer. The main dining is left as you go in. We really enjoyed the food and you need to check out the specials, which we nearly missed. The service was great and the staff welcoming. It gets busy so go early and book a table.
June 2022
made to feel welcome food and service very good
May 2022
Sunday lunch a must Best we had in a while
October 2021
Lovely Sunday roast which was very reasonably priced. The meat was cooked perfectly an the size of the portions was huge! Recommend booking in advance.
October 2021
A young couple from our party very much enjoyed an evening meal and the walk home was pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely pub food and friendly staff
August 2021
We visited in mid October for a Sunday lunch - magnificent and so much on the plate I was full for the rest of the day!
October 2020
Even though it was during the school holidays it was a very limited menu with only one pudding! The food we had was good and the pub has a warm friendly atmosphere.
November 2019
had a lovely fish pie. Nice traditional pub.
June 2019
No food to speak of. Just a few filled rolls on the counter. A good local for beer.
September 2018
Exceptional quality and amount of food portions. We tried most of the offerings as there were a lot of us and can honestly say all meals were excellent value, well presented and good portions.
July 2018
Great pub food with good choice of beers and cider, good atmosphere.
July 2017
The Millside
(Less than a mile)
Found in the artisan quarter of town, The Millside has a mostly seafood menu using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients in a relaxed, friendly and chic environment
The Millside 1 Mill Lane, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3PU (01297445999)
Cobb Arms
(Less than a mile)
(28)
A family run pub with a fantastic atmosphere in a great location on the harbourside of Lyme Regis. Catering for everyone including the dog and also specialising in gluten free food. A whole range of wonderful choices to excite your taste buds and well positioned to enjoy the summer carnival, food festivals and famous lifeboat week.
Cobb Arms, Marine Parade, Lyme Regis DT7 3JF (T: 01297 443242)
A great menu and lovely food. Friendly, welcoming staff & excellent fish & chips. We enjoyed 2 meals here & both excellent. Would eat here again.
November 2023
Great food. Good choice. Funny and friendly staff. Just don’t get the crumble (fruit soup)
October 2023
A nice pub friendly staff
October 2023
Eaten here a few times and always tasty food with good service. Was not disappointed with scallops starter and plaice main course. Full of flavour.
September 2023
Friendly pub with good food right on the front.
April 2023
Lovely pub with great views
June 2022
Great pies!
October 2021
Food was ok and the pub lovely. Felt like staff just wanted you to leave so they could close, even though it was 9.30p.m!
September 2021
Absolutely blown away by standard of service and food, we haven’t been in the cobb for years because of a bad experience but we booked two days in a row fantastic
July 2021
Good food ,good beer, dog friendly. What's not to like.
July 2021
Had a great visit to the covid open air tables at the side of the Cobb. Really nice pies and good selection of beers. Great prices too. Very well looked after.
May 2021
Food was fabulous, service was good and cheerful, and reasonably priced (with the eat out scheme on top)
August 2020
The staff were so friendly at this pub, very welcoming and happy to help. The food was great along with the wine. I would highly recommend.
January 2020
Top notch seafood (it could not be any fresher!) and very friendly service.
November 2019
We stayed in Lyme Regis in mid-November and after a fabulous birthday meal at this lovely pub it became our go-to place during our stay. Great food, friendly staff and the dog was made most welcome. We enjoyed a farewell breakfast there when we left Lyme Regis.
November 2019
Greta food, great service and welcomes dogs. Good value for money and plenty of choice for vegetarians and vegans as well as meat eaters. Loved the atmosphere.
November 2019
Both my husband and I had the massive burger, and we were not disappointed!! It was delicious, so full up I didn't get to enjoy a dessert, which were very tempting. I tried the local Gin, Grapefruit flavoured, was amazing, so bought a bottle before coming home. For our first date night since our Son has been born was a wonderful experience, definitely recommend The Cobb Arms
September 2019
Lovely friendly staff , beautiful food and plenty of it definitely must eat there ????
August 2019
Excellent food and dog friendly.
November 2018
Very nice family run pub. Staff extremely friendly and food good. Would recommend and visited twice as we were impressed on the first visit. Well done.
October 2018
A friendly welcome for us and the dog and the food was lovely.
October 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed local fish platter, very welcoming and pleased they allowed dogs. Visited a couple of times.
October 2018
We enjoyed eating at the Cobb Arms. Actually went there three times. The food was fine and the service cheerful and good. We did have to wait quite a long time for our meal, as they cook everything to order but we weren't in any particular hurry. The really nice thing about this place is the welcome they give dogs. We have a Labrador, who lay under the table quite happily.
October 2018
Great food good value for money. Staff very friendly.
September 2018
good food and very friendly service would highly recommend
June 2018
We had a lovely lunch with kids and dog. Lovely attentive staff.
August 2017
We had poor service and the fish stew wasn't good at all.
July 2017
Had 2 meals here while on holiday. Lovely food and excellent staff. Very friendly
July 2017
Cibo
(Less than a mile)
Lovely local deli with cheese counter and fresh bread daily. A great place to stock up for picnics or light lunches in your cottage.
Cibo 32 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE
The Town Mill
(Less than a mile)
(25)
This ancient watermill, set in the artisan quarter of Lyme Regis, was rescued from dereliction by local volunteers and painstakingly restored for the public to enjoy. Nestling around a cobbled courtyard, the mill buildings house a working flour watermill, as well as art galleries, a café, artisan workshops, a bakery & deli and a micro-brewery.
Click here for further details
Well worth a visit. Free to enter and you can show yourself around. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. Very interesting.
April 2024
Loved this! Historic monument & enthusiastic volunteers. My 4 & 6 year olds loved watching the Water Wheel & cog mechanics when it was operating. So much so, we came back 3 days in a row to see the demonstration. Great history lesson!
April 2024
The cafe serves excellent toasted sandwiches and salad.
October 2023
Lovely little spot. Away from crowds
October 2023
Amazing place. Really helpful volunteers and lovely setting.
August 2023
Interesting place . Had breakfast twice at the town mill bakery , can really recommend .
May 2023
Excellent micro brewery
May 2023
Called in for breakfast on a wet Bank Holiday. Very busy but staff were friendly and attentive. A bit pricey but tasty, good quality food.
May 2023
Lovely place to sit outside with the dog on a sunny afternoon and have a lovely beer.
April 2023
Picturesque but not much open when we went in March.
March 2023
Lovely place for a drinkp
August 2022
Lovely area with a gallery, restaurants and a pub. Can thoroughly recommend the cider!
June 2022
Most enjoyable visit
June 2022
very interesting tour of working mill.The lyme regis brewery has fantastic beers and a lovely courtyard to sit in the sun to drink it
May 2022
Even better since its recent restoration- you can see inside the mill from a viewing platform and read the information board- no charge but donations encouraged. It's a beautiful building, brilliantly restored; we bought flour from the shop because we were inspired to encourage this little gem to thrive.
March 2022
The old Mill has been lovingly restored to working order, and volunteers are keen to talk about its history, working, and demonstrate it's working. A gem, must be seen. The enjoy a beer or cider across the yard at the Brewery!
September 2021
The brewery was excellent!
June 2021
We loved the Town Mill, particularly the Lyme Regis micro-brewery. Weather wasn't too kind but never spoiled our visits. Covid meant we had to sit at outside tables, sometimes in the rain, however staff were always willing to bring our orders to us as we stood with umbrellas or managed to get a table with cover. Great hosts and great fun.
May 2021
It's a lovely collection of buildings and artisan businesses, a great area to while away time, get inspired and spend money locally! The people at the mill are super-keen and we enjoyed the whole place a lot.
October 2020
A great attraction to visit and learn about milling of grain into flour. A guided tour available and only a donation suggested. Great for children and adults alike. Guide very knowledgeable.
November 2019
Well worth a visit for young and old. Well informed volunteers provide the tour and make it so interesting. No fee is charged but contributions are welcomed and help to keep it open so please give generously.
July 2019
Well worth a visit. The "miller" gave a very informative tour Which included some history of Lyme regis as well as explaining the workings of the mill.
October 2018
The Town Mill is a great attraction, the tour guided by a volunteer miller was excellent and informative.(suggest checking the tour times as they did not run every day) . Opportunities for photographs during the tour were limited because of space but I returned a couple of days later and was able to wander around and take as many as I wanted , I also got to talk to another miller. All for a donation entry fee! The small shop sold their flour and books about the mill. ( I think 2 other reviews were talking about the Courtyard Cafe)
October 2018
Took ages to serve us and the table service in general was poor. Food was good but let down by indifferent service.
July 2018
Well worth a visit as the central feature in a really pleasant old town walk behind the main street. Easier when you start at the top and go down through the twists and turns.
June 2018
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.
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Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
Literary Lyme Walking Tours
(Less than a mile)
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Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast have a wealth of natural history to explore, but alongside that, they also have a fascinating literary background. Literary Lyme Walking Tours take you on a journey through the setting of films and novels, introducing you to the inspiration behind famous characters and following in the footsteps of authors who chose to visit and live in the area including Jane Austen and Mary Anning. Tours are themed to particular genres and authors, such as the Jane Austen tours or the French Lieutenant's Woman tours. The walks range in times and prices so for more information get in touch or take a peek at their website!
Lovely staff. Really interesting and informative museum. Loved reading about the history of the town and seeing the fossils!
August 2021
Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
(Less than a mile)
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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)
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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
Church Cliff Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
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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
Town Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
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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
Cobb Gate Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
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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)
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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)
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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