The Cobb

Beach in Dorset

England

The Cobb

In a twist A  fine length of rope is neatly coiled on the harbour quay on The Cobb at Lyme Regis, awaiting use by the next vessel to berth.
Spanish Eyes III (E509) is a potter, built in 2001.
In a twist Credit: Marika Reinholds

The Cobb, located in the town of Lyme Regis, Dorset, is a historic harbor wall and a popular beach destination. Spanning approximately 870 feet, it is a prominent feature of the town's coastline and has been attracting visitors for centuries.

Constructed in the 13th century, The Cobb serves as a protective barrier for the harbor against the powerful tides of the English Channel. The wall is made up of large, irregularly-shaped stones tightly packed together, giving it a unique and distinctive appearance. Over the years, it has undergone various renovations and repairs to maintain its structural integrity.

The Cobb offers visitors a picturesque setting, with stunning views of the sea and the town. The beach adjacent to The Cobb is a pebble beach, which makes it ideal for beachcombing and leisurely strolls. At low tide, visitors can explore the stretch of sandy beach that emerges, revealing fascinating rock formations and an abundance of marine life in the rock pools.

The area around The Cobb is steeped in history and has literary significance. It is famously featured in Jane Austen's novel, "Persuasion," and has been a source of inspiration for numerous artists and writers. The beach is also known for its fossil-rich cliffs, attracting fossil hunters from around the world who come in search of ammonites, belemnites, and other prehistoric treasures.

With its natural beauty, rich history, and recreational opportunities, The Cobb in Dorset is a must-visit destination for those seeking a unique coastal experience.

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The Cobb Images

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In a twist A  fine length of rope is neatly coiled on the harbour quay on The Cobb at Lyme Regis, awaiting use by the next vessel to berth.
Spanish Eyes III (E509) is a potter, built in 2001.
In a twist
A fine length of rope is neatly coiled on the harbour quay on The Cobb at Lyme Regis, awaiting use by the next vessel to berth. Spanish Eyes III (E509) is a potter, built in 2001.
Lower end of Broad Street - Lyme Regis The road turns left at the bottom into Church Street.  The town was very very crowded.  In the distance over Lyme Bay one can see Golden Cap, the highest point on the South West coast and the coastline stretching towards West Bay and Burton Bradstock and other coves on the Jurassic Coast.
Lower end of Broad Street - Lyme Regis
The road turns left at the bottom into Church Street. The town was very very crowded. In the distance over Lyme Bay one can see Golden Cap, the highest point on the South West coast and the coastline stretching towards West Bay and Burton Bradstock and other coves on the Jurassic Coast.
Riverside walk - Lyme Regis Not far from where one takes up the River Lim walk again from Coombe Street, there is a large handsome house which looks as if it may have originally been a commercial building such as some sort of mill
Riverside walk - Lyme Regis
Not far from where one takes up the River Lim walk again from Coombe Street, there is a large handsome house which looks as if it may have originally been a commercial building such as some sort of mill
The Ford, River Lim - Lyme Regis This ford is supposed to be the longest in the country.  It is situated near Jordan Flats.
The Ford, River Lim - Lyme Regis
This ford is supposed to be the longest in the country. It is situated near Jordan Flats.
Mill Green - Lyme Regis Prettily painted terraced houses winding up the hill from the river.
Mill Green - Lyme Regis
Prettily painted terraced houses winding up the hill from the river.
Monmouth Street, Lyme Regis - looking East Monmouth Street, Lyme Regis looking East towards the Church of St Michael the Archangel.
Monmouth Street, Lyme Regis - looking East
Monmouth Street, Lyme Regis looking East towards the Church of St Michael the Archangel.
Pastel beach huts Pretty beach huts line Cart Road in Lyme Regis, overlooking Lyme Bay.
The huts are available to rent via The Town Council, costing from £4.00 per day (low season) up to £1,700.00 for an annual pass (2022 rates).
Pastel beach huts
Pretty beach huts line Cart Road in Lyme Regis, overlooking Lyme Bay. The huts are available to rent via The Town Council, costing from £4.00 per day (low season) up to £1,700.00 for an annual pass (2022 rates).
Steam drifter Lydia Eva visits Lyme Regis YH89 Lydia Eva is in the harbour, by The Cobb in Lyme Regis, along with a film crew who were setting up for an evening filming session. The film being made is 'Wonka', a musical about the young Willy Wonka. It will star Timothee Chalamet, Olivia Coleman, Jim Carter, Matt Lucas and many others. It is due for release in 2023.
The Lydia Eva is the last surviving steam drifter from the herring fishing fleet based in Great Yarmouth in Norfolk.
Steam drifter Lydia Eva visits Lyme Regis
YH89 Lydia Eva is in the harbour, by The Cobb in Lyme Regis, along with a film crew who were setting up for an evening filming session. The film being made is 'Wonka', a musical about the young Willy Wonka. It will star Timothee Chalamet, Olivia Coleman, Jim Carter, Matt Lucas and many others. It is due for release in 2023. The Lydia Eva is the last surviving steam drifter from the herring fishing fleet based in Great Yarmouth in Norfolk.
Lyme Regis beach Lyme Regis beach on this peaceful Tuesday afternoon
Lyme Regis beach
Lyme Regis beach on this peaceful Tuesday afternoon
The Cobb (Lyme Regis) The Cobb in Lyme Regis on this peaceful Tuesday afternoon
The Cobb (Lyme Regis)
The Cobb in Lyme Regis on this peaceful Tuesday afternoon
Lyme Regis town centre Lyme Regis town centre on this peaceful Tuesday afternoon
Lyme Regis town centre
Lyme Regis town centre on this peaceful Tuesday afternoon
A juggling hare The sculpture is one of ten, which make up the sculpture trail through the Langmoor and Lister gardens in Lyme Regis. The sculpture is by Clare Trenchard.  See link for more information about the sculptures on display.
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A juggling hare
The sculpture is one of ten, which make up the sculpture trail through the Langmoor and Lister gardens in Lyme Regis. The sculpture is by Clare Trenchard. See link for more information about the sculptures on display. LinkExternal link
Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails.
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis
The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails. Website: LinkExternal link
Sea Mine collection box in Lyme Regis A sea mine from the Second World War is now a collection box. The Shipwrecked Mariners' Society provides financial support and practical assistance to merchant seafarers, fisherfolk and their dependants.

The sea mines were used to defend the British coast and harbours during the war. After the war, approximately 200 mine casings were donated to the society by the Admiralty for use as collection boxes. 60 of these currently survive at seaside towns around the country.

The text on the blue notice above the mine says 'This old Second World War Mine is placed here as a collecting box. Your donation will help us support the dependants of those lost at sea as well as sick, disabled and retired fishermen and mariners in need'.
Sea Mine collection box in Lyme Regis
A sea mine from the Second World War is now a collection box. The Shipwrecked Mariners' Society provides financial support and practical assistance to merchant seafarers, fisherfolk and their dependants. The sea mines were used to defend the British coast and harbours during the war. After the war, approximately 200 mine casings were donated to the society by the Admiralty for use as collection boxes. 60 of these currently survive at seaside towns around the country. The text on the blue notice above the mine says 'This old Second World War Mine is placed here as a collecting box. Your donation will help us support the dependants of those lost at sea as well as sick, disabled and retired fishermen and mariners in need'.
Bucket and spade recycling A very useful collection box has appeared near the life guards hut on the seafront at Lyme Regis. There is no indication as to which organisation or group is behind  this useful initiative but text at the bottom of the box says 'original idea by Ceci, design inspired by Erin and built by Kyle' so well done to them, whoever they may be.
Bucket and spade recycling
A very useful collection box has appeared near the life guards hut on the seafront at Lyme Regis. There is no indication as to which organisation or group is behind this useful initiative but text at the bottom of the box says 'original idea by Ceci, design inspired by Erin and built by Kyle' so well done to them, whoever they may be.
Cobb Gate Car Park, Lyme Regis Right on the sea front
Cobb Gate Car Park, Lyme Regis
Right on the sea front
Path down to the sea front, Lyme Regis The way of the South West Coast Path.
Path down to the sea front, Lyme Regis
The way of the South West Coast Path.
Mary Anning statue (1) A statue of the 19th century palaeontologist Mary Anning and her dog Tray was unveiled in her home town of Lyme Regis on 21 May 2022. She often did not get the credit and recognition she deserved for her discoveries and expertise due to her gender and low social status. 

This oversight was righted by a young Lyme Regis resident who initiated, along with her mother, a crowd funding appeal which raised in excess of £100,000 to commission the statue, which was sculpted by artist Denise Dutton.

Here is a link to the Mary Anning Rocks project. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.maryanningrocks.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.maryanningrocks.co.uk/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Mary Anning statue (1)
A statue of the 19th century palaeontologist Mary Anning and her dog Tray was unveiled in her home town of Lyme Regis on 21 May 2022. She often did not get the credit and recognition she deserved for her discoveries and expertise due to her gender and low social status. This oversight was righted by a young Lyme Regis resident who initiated, along with her mother, a crowd funding appeal which raised in excess of £100,000 to commission the statue, which was sculpted by artist Denise Dutton. Here is a link to the Mary Anning Rocks project. LinkExternal link
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The Cobb is located at Grid Ref: SY3391 (Lat: 50.719817, Lng: -2.9378338)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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Bar
Ocean View Bar and Restaurant
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