A walk next to Chesil Beach, admiring the Fleet is a wonderful way to end off the afternoon after a delicious seafood lunch at the Crab House Cafe.
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Weymouth Olympic Accommodation – Sailing 2012
January 30th, 2012 | Posted in Amenities, Attractions, Events
We are offering accommodation for the 2012 Olympic sailing competition.
The cottage is ideally located on the edge of Weymouth, with two bedrooms and private parking.
Please do get in touch for more information -
Tel 0777 178 8023 or
Email – info@upweycottage.co.uk
Excellent recent reviews can be seen here – reviews
Burton Bradstock Beach, Dorset
December 16th, 2011 | Posted in AttractionsA windy November day, spent playing on the beach. Watch the video below to see what happens if you don’t keep a close eye on the waves -
Portland Castle – English Heritage Site in Dorset
October 27th, 2011 | Posted in Attractions
Visit Portland Castle, built by Henry VIII to protect the South coast. You can see the Tudor kitchens and get a real for the castle’s history.
You can sample a wide selection of Tudor instruments and watch interesting reenactments.
Lyme Regis – Hix Oyster and Fish House Restaurant
October 27th, 2011 | Posted in Attractions, Restaurants
We have now visited The Hix Oyster and Fish House in Lyme Regis.
There are lots of things to see and do in Lyme as well as splashing out on a delicious meal!
Hix Oyster and Fish House Restaurant
Cobb Road
Lyme Regis
Dorset
DT7 3JP
01297 446 910
Distance from holiday cottage – 29 miles
Portland Bill – Lighthouse, Beach Huts and Lobster Pot Cafe
October 27th, 2011 | Posted in Attractions
A short journey from the cottage is Portland where you can walk amongst the beach huts, climb Portland Bill Lighthouse or stop for a lightlunch at the Lobster Pot Cafe next to the lighthouse.
Lobster Pot Cafe
Portland Bill
Dorset
DT5 2JT
Distance from holiday cottage – 12 miles
Portland is a fabulous place to go for a walk amongst the beach huts, looking out across the sea.
A rainbow on Portland, next to Portland Bill.
Cinema in Weymouth – Cineworld
August 31st, 2011 | Posted in Attractions, Events, NewsFor film times at Cineworld in Weymouth, you can visit the website here – cinema listings
Cineworld
12 New Bond Street
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 8LY
Tel 0871 200 2000
Distance from holiday cottage – 3.5 miles
The International Beach Kite Festival in Weymouth – 5th, 6th & 7th May 2012
August 31st, 2011 | Posted in Attractions, Events
Weymouth International Beach Kite Festival will be on 5th, 6th and 7th May 2012
Distance from holiday cottage – 4 miles
Weymouth Harbour Seafood Festival – 9th & 10th July 2012
August 31st, 2011 | Posted in Attractions, Events, Restaurants
The Seafood Festival at Weymouth Harbour is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy fresh seafood and a glass of Champagne on Weymouth Harbour.
Distance from holiday cottage – 4 miles
Swanage and the Steam Railway
August 31st, 2011 | Posted in Attractions
The Swanage Railway with easy car parking at Norden at the northern end, in the beautiful Isle of Purbeck, and stations at Corfe Castle, Harman’s Cross and Herston provide access to historic villages, country walks and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. The Southern Railway atmosphere combined with a trip to our southern terminus at the south coast seaside resort of Swanage with easy access to the award-winning sandy beach is perfect for enthusiasts and families alike.
Distance from holiday cottage to Swanage – 28 miles