14/09/2025
Autumn is a wonderful time to visit Lyme Regis and enjoy everything this beautiful seaside town has to offer. Take a stroll along the seafront, watch a sunrise, breathe in the crisp sea air, and soak up the spectacular coastal views.
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Must-Do Experiences in Lyme Regis
The Town Mill Complex
A true hidden gem, The Town Mill is a restored cobbled courtyard with a working watermill (where flour is still milled today), an art gallery, and artisan businesses. It’s also home to the wonderful Strawberry Tree restaurant, serving authentic Spanish tapas. Chef Giselle Benrimoj also runs hands-on cookery classes and tutored tastings, sharing her personal associations and the cultural stories behind each dish.
Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium
Get up close to local marine life, hold a starfish, and even hand-feed their famously friendly shoal of mullet. A must for families.
Lyme Regis Museum
Discover the town’s fascinating history, take part in a guided history walk, ghost tour, or join a fossil-hunting walk along the Jurassic Coast.
Lyme Regis Amusements
Perfect for a bit of fun—test your skills on the arcade games and see if you can walk away with a prize.
Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis
Perched on Gun Cliff, the Marine Theatre offers a varied programme of events all year round. It’s also a stunning venue for weddings.
Shopping in Lyme Regis
Lyme is full of characterful independent shops, ideal for a leisurely browse. Some highlights include:
Paper Bird (Coombe Street) – gifts and creative finds
The Urban Fox and Lyme Time Travellers (Broad Street) – quirky and unique treasures
The Slipway (by the Cobb) – everything you need for the beach
Wylder (Church Street) – a haven for little ones, with baby toys, clothing, books, and nursery décor
