Natural landmarks · South West England
Lyme Bay
In or near Charmouth.
Lyme Bay — a natural feature in england south west.
David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Lyme Bay is a named natural feature in england south west, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Dorset Coast SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Lyme Bay is a natural landmark located in South-West England. It is known for its stunning coastline and diverse marine life. The bay offers opportunities for various outdoor activities, including walking along scenic trails and observing wildlife. It is also a popular area for sailing and water sports, attracting both locals and visitors.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7150, -2.9031
Sources
- manual: geonames-2643315 (CC BY 4.0)
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Where to eat & stay near Lyme Bay
Places to stay
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Clock House Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lyme Bay?
- Lyme Bay is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Lyme Bay?
- Lyme Bay — a natural feature in england south west.
- How do I get to Lyme Bay?
- Its coordinates are 50.7150°, -2.9031°.
- Is Lyme Bay a protected site?
- Yes — Lyme Bay is part of the West Dorset Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).