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The Hardy Trail
On your stay in Lyme Regis we hope you might find time to follow the Hardy Trail. Important note: Although this page may look out of date by modern standards and…
Historic Towns & Villages of the Southwest
Beautiful old-fashioned houses, streets and views. Most are unspoilt by modern development. These historic towns and villages are part of our national heritage. They will make you think that time…
The Milennium Map
THE LYME REGIS MILLENNIUM MAP The Lyme Regis Millennium Map is unique. It was designed and researched by local historian Peter Russell and printed on parchment paper by David Endersby….
Lyme Regis Museum
The Lyme Regis MUSEUM, LYME REGIS, DORSET The lively local history and development of Lyme Regis, is represented by a collection of maritime and historic artifacts at The Lyme Regis…
The history of the Lifeboat Station
THE EARLY HISTORY Only two years after the foundation of the Royal National Institution for the Preservation of Life from Shipwreck in 1824, Lyme Regis was fully recognised as a…
The French Lieutenant’s Woman
(Cast overview, first billed only) Meryl Streep … Sarah/Anna Jeremy Irons … Charles Henry Smithson/Mike Hilton McRae … Sam Emily Morgan … Mary Charlotte Mitchell … Mrs. Tranter Lynsey Baxter…
The History of Lyme Regis
The History and Geology of Lyme Regis. This is a short history of the ancient sea port of Lyme Regis and a guide to the geology of the fossil rich Lyme Regis…
