Lyme Regis is definitely hilly—but it’s also very walkable and compact, with plenty of charm around every slope and corner.
🗺️ Here’s what to expect:
⛰️ Hilly Terrain
- The town is built on a hillside that rises up from the coast, so many streets slope upward from the beach and harbour.
- The main shopping streets (like Broad Street) are quite steep in places, with cobbled or uneven surfaces.
- If you’re walking from the seafront up to the car parks or accommodation further inland, expect a bit of a climb.
🚶♀️ What’s Flat?
- The seafront promenade (The Cobb and Marine Parade) is flat and perfect for a stroll along the beach.
- Monmouth Beach and the Ammonite Pavement area are mostly flat (but rocky).
- The walk between Lyme Regis and Charmouth along the beach (when tides allow) is relatively flat, though not smooth.
♿ Accessibility
- Some parts of town are steep and may be tricky for those with mobility issues or pushchairs.
- There are accessible paths along the promenade and several car parks that minimise the uphill walking, including:
- Cobb Gate Car Park (closest to the beach)
- Monmouth Beach Car Park (good for fossil hunting access)
✅ TL;DR:
- Yes, it’s hilly—especially the town centre and surrounding streets.
- The seafront is flat and accessible, perfect for gentle walks, beach time, and fossil hunting.