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Charmouth
Stop in Charmouth for a half-day if you are driving the Jurassic Coast: hunt fossils, walk the beach, and climb Golden Cap. Overnight only if you want a quiet base for hiking or camping.
Charmouth is a small seaside village on the Jurassic Coast, best explored on foot. One day covers the main attractions – the beach, fossil hunting, and a short walk to Golden Cap or a bus ride to Lyme Regis. Longer stays suit hikers or those wanting caravan camping.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GBP
- Best months
- Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold, limited daylight)
- Airports
- EXT · BOH
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
- Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
- United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
- United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
- United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Charmouth999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Charmouth, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the pound sterling (GBP, £).United Kingdom-wide
- SIM or eSIMEE, Vodafone (merged with Three in 2025) and O2 run the networks; prepaid SIMs sell in supermarkets, phone shops and airport vending machines…United Kingdom-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere.United Kingdom-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant with table service: 10–12.5% if no service charge is on the bill; check before adding more.United Kingdom-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United Kingdom-wide
- SafetyCharmouth is a low‑crime village; main risks are slippery cliffs and tide‑affected beach access – watch tide tables and stay on marked paths.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are scarce and some charge 50p–£1 (≈ US$2) or are card-only.United Kingdom-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire and ambulance · 111 NHS non-urgent medical advice
- Sundays & holidaysShops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 or 11:00–16:00 or 17:00).Shops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM or 5:00 PM).United Kingdom-wide
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- AirportEXT Exeter Airport (About 45 min drive; train from Exeter St David's to Axminster then bus).
- Getting aroundcheckWalk the South West Coast Path for most sights; the X53 bus runs along the Jurassic Coast to Lyme Regis (check duration).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideBus X53 single fare£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedCaravan pitch or campsite, a night, per person£10 (≈ US$14)
- Mid-range bedHotel room (double), a night, per room£70 (≈ US$95)
- High-end bedHotel room (double), a night, per room£110 (≈ US$150)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget £30 (≈ US$40) · Mid £55 (≈ US$75) · High £80 (≈ US$110)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- EXT Exeter Airport (About 45 min drive; train from Exeter St David's to Axminster then bus) · BOH Bournemouth Airport (About 1 h 15 min drive; train from Bournemouth to Axminster then bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
May
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
not flagged
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
not flagged
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Nov
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Dec (13 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Charmouth: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
12 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Apr
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
8 rd
Oct
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
12 rd
Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the South West Coast Path for most sights; the X53 bus runs along the Jurassic Coast to Lyme Regis (check duration).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Golden Cap
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round‑trip
Walk north along the coast path from Charmouth; about 2 km (1.2 mi) uphillWalk north along the coast path from Charmouth; about 1.2 mi (2 km) uphill
Highest point on the south coast; panoramic views.
Lyme Regis
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
X53 bus from Charmouth to Lyme Regis, ~15 min
Larger town with shops, museum and additional fossil spots.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Wood Farm Caravan and Camping Park
Caravan site with pitches and basic facilities; good base for walkers.
The White House Hotel
Small hotel on The Street, close to the beach and village centre.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- £30–£45 (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- £45–£70 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- High
- £70 (≈ US$95)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Caravan pitch or campsite1 × 1 night × £10 | £10 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × £30 | £30 |
| X53 bus day ticket1 × £5 · check | £5 |
| eSIM data (1 week)1 × £10 · check | £10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | £6 |
| Trip total≈ £61 per person per day, bed included | £61≈ US$85 |
Wood Farm rates, approximate
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Fish and chips | £5–£7 (≈ US$7–10) |
| Fossil souvenir | £5–£20 (≈ US$7–30) |
| Bus X53 single fare | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Tides affect beach access – check tide tables before fossil hunting.
- Golden Cap walk is steep; allow 2 h round‑trip (check) and wear sturdy shoes.
- Cliffs are unstable and can crumble – stay away from the base and do not hammer into them.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire and ambulance
- 999
- NHS non-urgent medical advice
- 111
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- Medical999
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Axminster → Charmouth (train + bus): about £8 (≈ US$11) total, 45 min (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Charmouth. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Nov–Feb (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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