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Charmouth West Beach

Dorset, England


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A beautiful area of the Dorset coast with spectacular seascapes.

Part of what is now dubbed the Jurassic Coast because of the number of fossil remains discovered. Attracts fossil hunters, families and day trippers.

Charmouth West Beach is on the West Dorset Heritage Coast and the Jurassic Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Saturday 18 May

Tonight
Chance of rain 4%
Min temp. 13°C
(feels like 12°C)
Wind 9mph
Tomorrow (Sunday)
Chance of rain 46%
Max temp. 21°C
(feels like 19°C)
Wind 7mph
Max UV Index

The tide at Charmouth West Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 10:10 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 4:20 AM tomorrow.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   13°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Charmouth West Beach

Things to do and see in the area

Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre (0.2 miles)
fossilwalks.com (0.2 miles)
Cellar 59 (1.5 miles)
The Tunnel Target Sports Centre (1.5 miles)
Lyme RIB Rides (1.8 miles)
Harry May Boat Trips (1.8 miles)
Jurassic Electric Bike Adventures (2.5 miles)
Golden Cap Estate (2.6 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Charmouth

Location type: Town

OS Grid: SY364930

County: Dorset

Country: England

Local Authority: West Dorset

Parish: Charmouth

Nearest postcode: DT6 6QX

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