Charmouth Beach is a beach in Dorset, England.

Welcome to Charmouth Beach – part of the impressive 96 mile long Jurassic Coast! Not only does the area boast a mesmerising landscape, but also offers a great opportunity to explore and find fossils. The beach is mainly comprised of shingle and at low tide, a large area of sand tends to be exposed. Once there, visitors can explore the three sections the attraction has to offer – Central Area, East Beach and West Beach. The Central Area is particularly popular amongst swimmers, families and young children – the Heritage Centre is free to explore with fascinating visual displays and activities for young visitors. Plus, from February to September, the centre organises fossil walks along the beach that can be booked in advance. Nearby, beach huts in a distinctive blue are recognisable to fans of the TV series Broadchurch – these can be rented out. A footbridge leads to the East Beach, where the sand is exposed in greater quantity at low tide. Walkers planning a route to Lyme Regis, approximately three miles away, should take note of tide times. Then there is West Beach, with a section bordered by The River Char and Lyme Regis – again, note the tides! At all times, visitors should take care to stay away from cliff edges due to the risk of rock falls. Additionally keep an eye out for signs regarding dog restrictions – these vary between sections. We hope you enjoy a safe and informative visit to Charmouth Beach and have a great time fossiling!

Are there lifeguards on Charmouth Beach?

Charmouth Beach is not a lifeguarded beach.

Beach lifeguards in Dorset are provided by the RNLI and details can be subject to change.

For the most up-to-date information on lifeguards at Charmouth Beach including lifeguard patrol dates and times, please refer to the RNLI website.

Are dogs allowed on Charmouth Beach?

So – is Charmouth Beach, Dorset dog friendly?

No, dogs are not allowed on Charmouth Beach.

Dogs are not allowed on this beach.

Is there parking at Charmouth Beach?

There is parking availabile at Charmouth Beach.

There are car parking facilities available at this location, which require a fee for use.

Charmouth Beach Location

The nearest postcode location for Charmouth Beach is: DT6 6QX
The OS Grid Reference for Charmouth Beach is: SY 3644 9301
The nearest town to Charmouth Beach is: Lyme Regis

Charmouth Beach Map

Here is a map of the nearest postcode location: [pw_map address=”DT6 6QX” key=”AIzaSyA3rR60XBp9yDRlF54_kqsPLOAk3w7K51U”]

Charmouth Beach – Additional Information


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