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The Cobb, Lyme Regis

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The Cobb, Lyme Regis

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  • Location: Lyme Regis, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    March 31, 2023

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    The Cobb is a stone breakwater that curves out to sea at the western end of the Lyme Regis coast. It shelters the harbour and lifeboat station.
    The earliest mention …

    January 21, 2017

    Hiking

    Take a walk to the end of the Cobb to see the sea batter at the defenses.

    August 31, 2024

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    The Cobb is a pier made from cobblestones.
    The Cobb has been rebuilt or damaged several times by storms, including:
    1377: The Cobb was swept away, destroying 50 boats and 80 houses
    1690s: The southern arm was added
    1793: The southern arm was rebuilt after being destroyed by a storm
    1820: The Cobb was reconstructed using Portland Admiralty Roach, a type of Portland stone
    1824: The High Wall was constructed after damage from heavy storms
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    Take an easy hike along the iconic Cobb in Lyme Regis, a historic harbor wall that offers sweeping views of Lyme Bay and the dramatic Jurassic Coast cliffs. This pleasant…

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    Location: Lyme Regis, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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