Location: Lyme Regis
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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. Old Forge Fossil Shop
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Indigo_Dog_11 - Newbury, United Kingdom
This lovely shop is dog friendly and very welcoming. I have been here several times as it is on the list of places we always visit when in Lyme Regis. They have some lovely jewellery and fossils. It’s well laid out with plenty room. They have lots of books and information for fossil hunters of all sizes.
2. The Fossil Workshop
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5.0 based on 73 reviews
3. The Marine Theatre
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5.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Tricky_Dicky69 - St Mary's Bay, United Kingdom
Just had to let people know how much we enjoyed the Sunday session last week. This open mic event takes place roughly once a month to showcase local musicians who just turn up and play. We had 3 hours of enjoyment being entertained by a wide variety of acts, all of which we enjoyed. The young lady who played the cello deserves a special mention as she was particularly good and has a brilliant voice as well as being a great musician. Thanks also to the nice lady behind the bar. No to be missed if you're in town.
4. Cellar 59
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5.0 based on 221 reviews
The Natural Beer House - Unfined artisan beer at it's finest! 4 - cask ales on traditional hand pumps 10 - craft beers from our Keg Shed Cider and a selection of wines, spirits and soft drinks are also available Small cheese, vegan and meat plates are available to complement your beer
Reviewed By timctownsend - Winscombe, United Kingdom
The 2 most difficult things about Cellar 59 is bending down to get through the entrance and then choosing what to drink. Very glad to return to this great bar and taste it’s delicious beers. Friendly staff and fellow customers. An extensive menu which all staff were happy to guide you through. Child and dog friendly, a great place to visit. A gem!
5. Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
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4.5 based on 417 reviews
A traditional museum with more than 10000 specimens on permanent display.
Reviewed By IainSpirit - Southampton, United Kingdom
We went here the day before heading to the beach fossil hunting. The collection is huge and you could spend days looking at the displays, we had a very excited 7 year old determined to see what was next so we didn't spend as much time as we would have liked. Do remember its a private collection and not the natural history museum so you could walk round it in a 5 - 10 minutes. Having said that there are literally thousands or tens of thousands of individual exhibits and being a private collection the owners are incredibly passionate and knowledgeable with every single piece each having a back story. I would have loved to have gone without covid and spent a lot more time learning. Even with COVID the owner made us feel really welcome, spent time chatting and even spent a lot of time giving us advice on where to head to the following day. The building is Mary Anning's old church converted into a Dino Museum so you really get a great atmosphere and there are wow's everywhere you look well worth the money.
6. Lyme Regis Philpot Museum
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4.5 based on 445 reviews
"A delightful and remarkable museum, a gem" - Sir David Attenborough. Extended in 2017, discover 185 million years of history at this charming and friendly museum with stunning views of Lyme Bay. Families are very welcome - it's free for children to visit and there is plenty to keep them busy in the new interactive geology gallery and learning centre. There are fossils galore, and you can combine your visit with a fossil walk to really make the most of your day out. Inside you will find a wonderful interior and displays that tell fascinating stories about fossil collecting and geology on the Jurassic Coast, and the personalities who played a key part such as renowned fossilist Mary Anning. You will also find displays about the artists and writers inspired by Lyme including John Fowles and Jane Austen along with the story of the famous Cobb, the Civil War and every aspect of the town's rich history. Please check website for seasonal opening times and for entry prices.
Reviewed By ticus15
In an old quirky building originally designed as a museum this holds a wealth of artefacts about the history of Lyme and also famous people associated with it. It’s major exhibition are the fossils found in the nearby cliffs with much information about them. They are stunning and well displayed. Children are catered for with questionnaire sheets. The entry ticket lasts for a year so you can keep returning.
7. Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium
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4.5 based on 1,339 reviews
Presents local fish and marine life of the Jurassic Coast in an historic building on the Cobb. During a visit you can interact with the sea creatures. Enjoy the truly unique experience of hand feeding the mullet, holding a starfish and getting up close with lobsters and crabs. Book online at lymeregismarineaquarium.co.uk and save 10%.
Reviewed By 715adinaa
Although it’s a small marine aquarium we had a very warm welcome and an amazing time feeding and touching the fish, holding a star fish and a crab. Couldn’t rate them enough for their service and friendliness. Can’t wait to go back
8. Lyme Regis Fossil Shop
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4.5 based on 49 reviews
One of the oldest and we think best fossil shops in Europe with a massive range of pocket money items right up to Museum grade collector pieces. Huge selection of semi precious stone jewellery and Baltic amber is a speciality. Local Fossils as well as rare fossils from around the world. Free entry
9. The Town Mill
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4.5 based on 470 reviews
Reviewed By E4730PYrachelr
Excellent tour and very interesting history of this working water mill. Watched the whole process of milling from start to finish. Surrounded by artisan businesses including cafe restaurant and bakery.
10. Lyme Regis Brewery
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4.5 based on 124 reviews
Lyme Regis Brewery is a small brewery in the artisan centre of Lyme Regis. We make many different styles of English Real Ale. We run brew days where and you can come in and watch the fun, smell the malt and hops and, of course, taste the beers. Sit with a pint of our beer in the Town Mill courtyard and drink in the atmosphere at this historic location. We look forward to seeing you.
Reviewed By pcr_concrete - Solihull, United Kingdom
This gorgeous jewel, tucked away from the throng of Lyme Regis, suits the beer connoisseur and in a courtyard with a cafe, pottery demo & a museum with working water wheel, offers great entertainment. The brewery sells three draft beers from hand pump, keg lager & own-distilled gin. Welcoming and a great place to visit.
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