Frequently Asked Questions
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Lyme Regis offers a fantastic choice of places to stay including hotels, B&Bs, campsites and self-catering options. You’ll find everything from budget friendly independent guesthouses to chic boutique hotels, cosy holiday lets to luxury holiday cottages with panoramic coastal views.
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No you do not need a ticket to enter the Festival and admission is FREE. Most of our activities on site are free but we do have a small amount of ticketed events, you can browse them here.
Dogs on leads are welcome to the event however there are some indoor spaces at the event where only guide dogs are allowed - The Baptist Church Venues, The Hub & Lyme Regis Museum.
The Fossil Festival starts at 10am and ends at 5pm.
Yes! The Fossil Festival will take place on 12th & 13th June 2027.
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The Jubilee Pavilion, Marine Parade, Lister Gardens, Lyme Regis Museum, The Pine Hall, The Driftwood Cafe, The Hub, The Malthouse Gallery and the Marine Theatre are accessible venues.
The Bakehouse Studio is accessed via stairs and there is no lift access.
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Yes, we have a number of food and drink stall holders at the event.
Yes! We will have a number of stall holders offering fossils for sale.
Absolutely! The Festival is aimed at all ages and is family-friendly.
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The majority of our events and activities are FREE and there is no need to book. We do have a small number of ticketed events that you can browse here. Please arrive early at scheduled events to avoid disappointment.
Yes, entry to the Fossil Festival is free! No ticket is required to attend the event.