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Lyme Regis, Dorset England: Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Lyme_regis_centre_arp.jpgAuthor: Arpingstone
Lyme Regis is a seaside town in the district of West Dorset, in Dorset, England. Located at the border with Devon, it is about midway between Exeter and Dorchester, being about 40 km from each. The town is on the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site, and has a population of around 4,400 people (2012 estimate), mainly retirees.
The history of Lyme goes back a thousand years, as it was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. The Royal Charter granted by King Edward I in 1284 added the "Regis" to its name. This charter w2as later confirmed by Queen Elizabeth I in 1591.
The town of Lyme Regis is noted for its cliffs and beaches bearing fossils. This streatch of coastline extends some 153 km (95 mi) from Orcombe Point near Exmouth in the west, to Old Harry Rocks in the east.
Church of St Michael the Archangel, Lyme Regis: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lyme_Regis_Parish_Church_04.JPGAuthor: Joadl
Visiting Lyme Regis
From London, take the M3 motorway towards Southampton. at Junction 13, head west on the M27 motorway. After Cadnam, it continues as the A31 road until Bere Regis. There, continue west on the A35 road past Dorchester until you arrive in Lyme Regis.
Traditional English breakfast at a pub in Lyme Regis: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lyme_Regis_harbour_02b.JPGAuthor: Joadl
Places of Interest in Lyme Regis
- Church of St Michael the Archangel: Church situated above Church Cliff overlooking the old town.
- Dinosaurland Fossil Museum: Museum celebrating the fossil collection of the Jurassic Coast.
- Lyme Regis Museum: Museum built on the site of the birthplace and family shop of 18th century paleontologist Mary Anning.
- The Cobb: Historic harbor wall that has been featured in many literary works.
- Three Cups Hotel: Hotel in Lyme Regis that is famous with many literary and historical figures including Jane Austen, J.R.R. Tolkien and General Eisenhower.
- Town Mill: Watermill taking to 1340, today preserved and restored to working order.
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