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Here are some events in Lyme Regis for you to enjoy during your stay with us. Or why not book a visit in timing with these events happening in the town.
10th, 17th & 24th September 2024
19:30 – 21:00
Discover the darker side of Lyme on an atmospheric evening Ghost Walk full of spooky stories, local legends and horrifying historical tales.
10th – 22nd September 2024
10:00 – 17:00
An arts competition which has gathered real momentum over the last 2 years, the arrival of the short-listed pieces in the gallery is very exciting – a stunning exhibition is assured.
12th & 26th September 2024
11:00 – 12:00
The guided walk blends snippets of its colourful historic past, interposed with illustrated views of how much Lyme has been and continues to be used for film and television productions (at least 20) over the years.
12th, 19th & 26th September 2024
20:00 – 22:00
Get your eyes down and your dabbers at the ready for the weekly bingo evening with cash prizes! Everybody is welcome including children if accompanied by an adult.
12th & 26th September 2024
11:00 – 12:00
Starting at the museum, the walk lasts for about an hour and covers a wide span of historical events from the 9th century right up to the present day.
14th – 15th September 2024
10:00 – 16:00
Home of Eleanor Coade, business woman and inventor of Coade Stone and later John Fowles, author of ‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman’.
Sunday 15th September 2024
10:00 – 16:00
The Guildhall is one of Lyme’s most iconic buildings, standing on the site by the corner of Church Street and Bridge Street since the early 17th century. The Town Council meets here and holds civic ceremonies such as Mayor Making.
16th September 2024
18:30 – 21:30
If you fancy learning a top tip or two from renowned chef and restaurateur Mark Hix while he cooks lunch or dinner for you in his own home, carry on reading. Mark’s Kitchen Tables are like no other dining experience and an ideal gift for foodie friends or relatives or a treat for yourself.
20th September 2024
16:00 – 21:00
The popular Lyme Eats Boutique returns to Lyme Regis this summer for the real foodies! The pop up evening street food market is a community feast held on the third Friday of each month throughout the summer months on the seafront.
22nd, 24th, 25th, 26th & 28th September 2024
14:00 – 20:00
Eva Fahle-Clouts in collaboration with David Rogers will share her love of water and reflections on protecting this precious substance – featuring photography, video, sound, objects, texts, water tasting and water ritual performances.
October 2024 (selective dates)
Join an expert guide from Lyme Regis Museum to go fossil hunting on Lyme’s famous East beach and Black Ven. Learn all about the historic fossil hunter Mary Anning, the geology of the Jurassic Coast and discover your own fossils to take home.
1st & 4th October 2024
18:00 – 20:00
Eva Fahle-Clouts in collaboration with David Rogers will share her love of water and reflections on protecting this precious substance – featuring photography, video, sound, objects, texts, water tasting and water ritual performances.
10th, 17th, 24th & 31st October 2024
20:00 – 22:00
Get your eyes down and your dabbers at the ready for the weekly bingo evening with cash prizes! Everybody is welcome including children if accompanied by an adult.
10th & 17th October 2024
11:00 – 12:00
Starting at the museum, the walk lasts for about an hour and covers a wide span of historical events from the 9th century right up to the present day.
16th & 23rd October 2024
11:00 – 12:00
The guided walk blends snippets of its colourful historic past, interposed with illustrated views of how much Lyme has been, and continues to be used for film and television productions (at least 20) over the years.
21st October 2024
12:00 – 15:00
If you fancy learning a top tip or two from renowned chef Mark Hix while he cooks lunch or dinner for you in his own home, carry on reading. Mark’s Kitchen Tables are like no other dining experience and an ideal gift for foodie friends or relatives or a treat for yourself.
November 2024 (selective dates)
Join an expert guide from Lyme Regis Museum to go fossil hunting on Lyme’s famous East beach and Black Ven. Learn all about the historical fossil hunter Mary Anning, the geology of the Jurassic Coast and discover your own fossils to take home.
2nd November 2024
18:30 – Till Late
Watch the fireworks as they light up the sky over the harbour. The Cobb provides a fantastic backdrop for the stunning display with Lister and Langmoor gardens offering a wonderful vantage point to view the explosive night of fireworks.
7th, 14th, 21st & 28th November 2024
20:00 – 22:00
Get your eyes down and your dabbers at the ready for the weekly bingo evening with cash prizes! Everybody is welcome including children if accompanied by an adult.
18th November 2024
18:30 – 21:30
If you fancy learning a top tip or two from renowned chef and restaurateur Mark Hix while he cooks lunch or dinner for you in his own home, carry on reading. Mark’s Kitchen Tables are like no other dining experience and an ideal gift for foodie friends or relatives or a treat for yourself.
23rd November 2024
17:00 – Onwards
Spirits are expected to be high on Saturday 23rd November 2024 as Lyme Regis begins its countdown to Christmas with the big switch on of the town’s Christmas lights. The lighting up of Lyme never fails to draw crowds and gasps of wonder from onlookers soaking up the magical seasonal atmosphere. This year Santa will again be arriving on his sleigh to switch on the lights.
December 2024 (selective dates)
Join an expert guide from Lyme Regis Museum to go fossil hunting on Lyme’s famous East beach and Black Ven. Learn all about the historic fossil hunter Mary Anning, the geology of the Jurassic Coast and discover your own fossils to take home.
5th, 12th & 19th December 2024
20:00 – 22:00
Get your eyes down and your dabbers at the ready for the weekly bingo evening with cash prizes! Everybody is welcome including children if accompanied by an adult.
13th – 15th December 2024
Friday 11:00 – 18:00
Saturday & Sunday 10:00 – 17:00
The Christmas Tree Festival held in the Pine Hall at the Baptist Church is one of the town’s best loved festive events which showcases a stunning array of glittering Christmas trees decorated by local groups, businesses and organisations.
14th December 2024
10:30 – 16:30
Santa is coming to town. On Saturday 14th December Santa will be visiting Lyme Regis and you can book a 5 minute slot to meet him in his grotto in the foyer of Pine Hall, Lyme Regis Baptist Church.
23rd December 2024
19:00 – Onwards
Get into the festive spirit and join one of Lyme’s longest running traditions, the annual Carols Round the Tree event organised by the Rotary Club of Lyme Regis. The popular community event always attracts a large crowd and raises funds for a chosen local charity. Traditional carols are sung around the large Christmas tree at the bottom of Broad Street. Music is provided by the Lyme Regis Town Band.
1st January 2025
13:00 – Onwards
The New Year’s Day dip has become an annual tradition in Lyme Regis with hundreds of hardy souls taking a bracing plunge into the sea dressed in weird and wonderful outfits. The event is witnessed by thousands of spectators on the beach and in the gardens above. The Lyme Lunge is an annual fancy dress swim which takes place on New Year’s Day. Organised by Lyme Regis Rotary Club, the event takes place on the sandy beach from 1pm and aims to raise as much money as possible for charity. This year’s main beneficiares are The Alzheimers Society and Asthma + Lung UK alongside Rotary charities.
