Lyme Regis is the gateway to a remarkable stretch of the Jurassic Coast. Here I explore the walks, beaches, cliffs, villages and landscapes around Lyme, Charmouth, Golden Cap, Lambert’s Castle, Beer and Branscombe.

A spontaneous stop on Dorset’s dramatic coast road leads to a bracing walk along Cogden Beach to West Bexington. Tough underfoot but richly rewarding, this stretch of Chesil Beach offers wild scenery, quirky beach art and a memorable meal at The Club House.

Explore the dramatic UNESCO Jurassic Coast on this spectacular walk around Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Featuring breathtaking sea views, ancient geology, and traditional Dorset village inns.

The South Dorset Ridgeway offers some of the most spectacular, high-altitude hiking in the West Country. Follow Martin Hesp along this ancient, pre-historic highway of ridges, barrows, and breathtaking coastal views.