Lyme Regis

Looking back at the railways of Bridport and Lyme Regis

Bridport railway station was located on Sea Road North and was in use from November, 1857 until May, 1975.
The line between Maiden Newton and Bridport was run by Bridport Railway, with the train calling at Powerstock and Toller stations.
An extension t…

What to expect to learn on a boat building course

Fancy building or restoring your own boat? Ali Wood takes a tour of the Boat Building Academy in Lyme Regis

What to expect to learn on a boat building course
Having spent the morning on the five-day boat restoration course, I was keen to know what’s …