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Beach Information & Safety Advice

West Dorset's beaches are some of the most fun and exciting places to visit in the country.

The spectacular West Dorset coastline stretches from Chesil to Lyme Regis and provides a huge variety of attractions from walking, sailing, fishing and fossil hunting to simply taking in the beautiful scenery.

When visiting these parts please be aware that each of these activities carries its own risks and that you should always be aware of your safety and the safety of others.

Please download our new Guide to West Dorset beaches and coastal activities that contains information about dogs on beaches, car parking, toilets and safety advice and ensure that you enjoy your holiday in safety.

LANDSLIDE!

On the 6th May 2008 a 340 to 400 metre section of the lower cliffs at Lyme Regis broke away. Currently only the lower part of this landslide system has shifted, however this could result in further landslides during the winter.

Members of the public are advised to stay away from the site of the landslide as not only is there the potential for further landslides but the area also contains debris from an old landfill site.