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Spend a full day along the Jurassic Coast exploring Lyme Regis, fossil-rich Charmouth, and the clifftop villages of West Dorset. This small-group tour mixes guided fossil-hunting, local history, and coastal walks with relaxed lunch stops.
Spend a full day along the Jurassic Coast exploring Lyme Regis, fossil-rich Charmouth, and the clifftop villages of West Dorset. This small-group tour mixes guided fossil-hunting, local history, and coastal walks with relaxed lunch stops.
The coach eases into Lyme Regis and the salt-slick air immediately presses forward, carrying the gravelly cry of gulls and the shiver of tide against the Cobb. You step out onto a quay that’s more than a vista—it’s an invitation to the Jurassic Coast, where cliffs keep time in fossilized layers and the sea dares you to find a trace of deep time.
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Operated by Jurassic Journeys · Lyme Regis, Dorset
The coach eases into Lyme Regis and the salt-slick air immediately presses forward, carrying the gravelly cry of gulls and the shiver of tide against the Cobb. You step out onto a quay that’s more than a vista—it’s an invitation to the Jurassic Coast, where cliffs keep time in fossilized layers and the sea dares you to find a trace of deep time.
This one-day tour threads together West Dorset’s geological and cultural landmarks. Lyme Regis, home of Mary Anning, anchors the morning with guided fossil-hunting on the beach; nearby Charmouth’s Heritage Centre displays local finds and context on the Jurassic succession. Midday brings a pub lunch near Golden Cap, the south coast’s highest point, then a stroll through Symondsbury—Colmer’s Hill and Hell Lane offer hidden local stories and old holloways carved by centuries of traffic. The finale is West Bay and Bridport Harbour, cliffs that have watched fishermen and TV crews alike.
Expect varied terrain: pebble beaches, short cliff-side walks, village lanes and a low-mileage, coach-based itinerary that keeps walking easy but active. Practical notes: check tide times and weather, wear sturdy, grippy footwear for wet shingle, and bring a waterproof layer and a small daypack for finds and snacks. Fossil collecting is allowed on many beaches but handle specimens with care and follow local guidance—large fossils may be protected and should be reported to the heritage centre. The small-group format (2–7 people) means more local insight and flexible stops—plan for a full seven hours with time for photos, a museum visit, and a pub meal at your own cost.
easy.
7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short, mostly easy walks on beach and village paths with boarding a small coach between stops.
Walking is short and manageable—mainly beach strolls, short village walks and light steps at viewpoints; most transport between stops is by coach.
Small loose fossils may be collected, but large specimens or those in situ should be reported to Charmouth Heritage Centre or the guide to protect scientific value.
Lunch is not included; the tour typically stops at a well-located pub where you can buy food—bring cash or card for meals.
Yes—families are welcome; supervise children on beaches and cliffs and follow the guide’s safety briefings around tides and unstable areas.
The Jurassic Coast records 185 million years of Earth history; Lyme Regis and Charmouth were pivotal in early palaeontology through Mary Anning’s 19th-century discoveries.
This coastline is a protected Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and World Heritage Site—stick to paths, take litter home, and report significant fossil finds to heritage staff to support conservation.
Jurassic Journeys operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The coach eases into Lyme Regis and the salt-slick air immediately presses forward, carrying the gravelly cry of gulls and the shiver of tide against the Cobb. You step out onto a quay that’s more than a vista—it’s an invitation to the Jurassic Coast, where cliffs keep time in fossilized layers and the sea dares you to find a trace of deep time.
The coach eases into Lyme Regis and the salt-slick air immediately presses forward, carrying the gravelly cry of gulls and the shiver of tide against the Cobb. You step out onto a quay that’s more than a vista—it’s an invitation to the Jurassic Coast, where cliffs keep time in fossilized layers and the sea dares you to find a trace of deep time.
This one-day tour threads together West Dorset’s geological and cultural landmarks. Lyme Regis, home of Mary Anning, anchors the morning with guided fossil-hunting on the beach; nearby Charmouth’s Heritage Centre displays local finds and context on the Jurassic succession. Midday brings a pub lunch near Golden Cap, the south coast’s highest point, then a stroll through Symondsbury—Colmer’s Hill and Hell Lane offer hidden local stories and old holloways carved by centuries of traffic. The finale is West Bay and Bridport Harbour, cliffs that have watched fishermen and TV crews alike.
Expect varied terrain: pebble beaches, short cliff-side walks, village lanes and a low-mileage, coach-based itinerary that keeps walking easy but active. Practical notes: check tide times and weather, wear sturdy, grippy footwear for wet shingle, and bring a waterproof layer and a small daypack for finds and snacks. Fossil collecting is allowed on many beaches but handle specimens with care and follow local guidance—large fossils may be protected and should be reported to the heritage centre. The small-group format (2–7 people) means more local insight and flexible stops—plan for a full seven hours with time for photos, a museum visit, and a pub meal at your own cost.