The coastal village of Charmouth overlooks the Lyme Bay and lies atop steep countrsyside hills that lead down towards the River Char. This unique positioning gives Charmouth a special feeling and has made it a popular place to holiday and Cottage Gems offers a range of luxury self-catering accommodation in and around the area. The area offers a wide range of cafes, shops and attractions to ensure you have more than enough on offer to keep you and the family entertained. Charming Charmouth is the gateway to the famous Jurassic Coast, is home to the gorgeous Charmouth Beach and is a great base from which to explore the surrounding area of Dorset, as well as the neighbouring counties of Devon and Somerset.
Places to Visit
- Take in the views atop The Golden Cap- the highest cliff along the Sothern Coast line. The stunning views make the walk up the cliff a rewarding and memorable one. The numerous paths to the top are set against unspoilt and stunning scenery and offer options for all kinds of walkers.
- Discover the famous Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. A famous source of Jurassic fossils, the centre offers a great range of fossil collections for visitors to observe. Guided fossil hunting walks of the area are also available and offer the chance for you to unearth fossils of your own which can be found in the surrounding beaches.
- Walk where dinosaurs once roamed at the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site. This stunning area is world famous and full of surprises and magic that make it an essential place to visit.
Things to Do
- Visit the top quality beaches on offer at Charmouth. The mile-and-a-half long West Beach is located along the the Black Ven and is a ideal for those seeking out a beautiful and relaxing beach. For families and sun bathers, the East Beach offers a great alternative and is set against equally stunning scenery.
- Spend the day as a real fossil hunter- Charmouth’s coast and cliffs are famous for been home to countless imbedded fossils that are often washed out of the cliffs and onto the beaches over time. For years families have spend their days attempted to uncover these hidden treasures. Simply wonder the beaches in search or take a guided fossil hunting walk of the area, either way this will be a memorable day.
Fantastic beaches, fantastic attractions and a fantastic choice of self-catering accommodation make Charmouth a top choice for your holiday break.