Lyme Regis Beach (Sandy Beach)
Lyme Regis’ picturesque harbour dates back to the fourteenth century. Known as The Cobb, it contains a small, sandy beach sheltered by a curving harbour wall, famously used in the opening shot of the film ‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman’.
Access is between the new RNLI station and the new slipway.
Also known as:
Sandy Beach
Type of beach
Sand and pebble
Lifeguard service
Yes
Dogs friendly beach?
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from May 1st to September 30th. Dogs on the promenade behind the beach must be kept on a lead.
Activities
- Kayaking/canoeing
- Diving & snorkelling
- Good fishing
- Sailing
- Swimming/bathing
- Surfing
- Water skiing
- Wind surfing
Facilities
- Cafe/restaurant
- Toilets
- Disabled facilities
- First aid point
- Town centre nearby
- Shop
- Pub nearby
- Beach hut hire
- Slipway
- Promenade
Nearest town
Postcode
DT7 3JH
OS grid ref.
SY 3399 9178
Parking
There is parking for 500 cars. including disabled spaces. There is a charge for using the car park.
Water quality
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Lyme Regis Beach Reviews
Rocky Beach
Stonemaiden
Aug 26th 2020We have used this beach on other years and had no problem, however , this year we found the rocks at the bottom of the steps made this beach very difficult to access. It is a clean beach and one we normally enjoy with our dog but there was no clear way onto it. I saw more than one person stumble and fall.
Perfect
Zoe
Oct 26th 2020I love the beach! Hidden gem - although getting more popular as each year goes by!!
good beach
ollie
May 16th 2019amazing beach h stunting view but half stone half sand