Axminster to Lyme Regis Walk

This is a delightful walk from Axminster to Lyme Regis via the Prescott Pinetum. The walk is through fields, and quiet lanes, and then through the Uplyme or Prescott Pinetum where you can enjoy a wander among magnificent oak and beech trees, and views across to the Viaduct.

In summary, you walk briefly through Axminster, and then follow the Monmouth Rebellion Walk (MRW) across fields and woodlands. Leave the MRW at Hoyton Hill and continue towards Yawl, mainly along country lanes, until you enter the Pinetum (just beyond Cathole Farm) where you can explore this magnificent wooded area with glimpses of the Cannington Viaduct. After this, pick up the East Devon Way, which takes you along a very pretty riverside path into the heart of Lyme Regis.

Last checked June 2025.

Take the train nearest to 10am. The train journey is around 3 hours.

If you want to go directly to Lyme Regis without walking, take the X51 or X53 bus from Axminster station forecourt to Lyme Regis. They leave at xx:15 (more during the rush hour). It’s a 25 minute journey to Lyme Regis (Co-op Stop) The X51 and X53 alternate with each other (summer 2025 timetable).

Bus timetable for Axminster, Lyme Regis, Bridport and West Bay can be found here: here

Bring a picnic as no pubs until Uplyme.

Railway Kitchen Café in Axminster station is open Fri, Sat 7.30am - 3pm; Sun 8.30-2pm; Mon Closed

Eating out in Lyme Regis: There are many places to eat in Lyme, including

• Harbour Inn, Marine Parade (very near the Cobb). Maybe good idea to book. https://www.harbourinnlymeregis.co.uk/
• Millside: Modern British Menu 1 Mill Ln, Lyme Regis DT7 3PU Need to book in advance as this is very popular. https://www.eatatmillside.co.uk/
• Herbies: fish and chip kiosk in between the Cobb Arms and Harbour Inn on Marine Parade. The best fish and chip kiosk in my opinion.

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National Rail: 03457 48 49 50 • Traveline (bus times): 0871 200 22 33 (12p/min) • TFL (London) : 0343 222 1234

Dec-25 Tahnyet