 Weymouth
|
|
 Weymouth, a seaside town and favourite with leisure boats, it was
originally a fishing village, and it grew in the 17th century before becoming a major
seaside resort. King George III spent his summers in the town , and the curves of the
Georgian Esplanade looks out over Weymouth Bay and its safe, clean sandy beach. The
town played a key role in the D-Day invasion.
Market on Thursdays.
Busy harbour with ferry connections to the Channel Islands and France. Tourist
Information centre.
Don't forget to visit Chesil Beach, with its
lagoon. |
|
Location
Map of Weymouth |
What
To See -
Weymouth Tourist Attractions
|
|
|
 Brewers
Quay, shopping and leisure complex with crafts, ten-pin
bowling, science centre and small brewery, as well as The
Weymouth Museum and Timewalk
showing the history of the area, in the old Devenish Brewery
Tel: 01305 777622 
Map
|
| |
| Northe
Fort, Barrack Road, the history of the fort, and of artillery,
good views of the harbour, shop, etc, Tel: 01305 787243
Map
|
| |
| Deep
Sea Adventure, underwater exploration, shipwrecks, large
play area, shop etc, Tel: 01305 760690
Map
|
| |
| Sea
Life Park, marine displays, pools, games and quizzes,
play area, shop, etc, Tel: 01305 788255
Map
|
| |
Bennets
Water Garden, at Chickwell, B3157 from the town, landscaped
lakes, small museum, shop, etc, Tel: 01305 785150
Open: Tue-Fri Apr-Oct, Tue-Sat Apr-Sept, Tue-Sun
Apr-Aug Map |
| |
| Chesil
Beach,
drive to East Fleet with its ruined church, to see this beach
with its lagoon cut off from the sea.Map |
| |
| Jordon
Hill Roman Temple,
just around the coast from Weymouth on the A353 at Overcombe.
Map
|
| |
| Sutton
Poyntz, a Dorset
thatched village, paths will lead you to the famous White
Horse, a picture of George III etched into the hillside.
Map
|
| |
| And
don't forget to visit Portland |
| |
Where
To Stay in Weymouth
|
|
|
| |
|
 |
Fleet near Weymouth DT3 4ED MAP
Overlooking Chesil Beach and the Fleet Lagoon, this elegant Georgian manor hotel has an award-winning restaurant and spa treatments. Weymouth is close by.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
12-18 Dorchester Road Weymouth DT4 7JU MAP
Conveniently located close to Weymouth beach and town centre. Ample free parking and easy access to local Dorset attractions and Jurassic Coast. Free use of the leisure centre including indoor heated pool. Bar and carvery restaurant.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
139 The Esplanade Weymouth DT4 7NR MAP
With glorious views across the sparkling bay to the craggy Dorset coastline, this Georgian hotel centres itself on traditional hospitality. Choose from a choice of comfortable rooms, most with superb sea views.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
67 Park Street Weymouth DT4 7DE MAP
Near Weymouth town centre, The Dolphin Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. Weymouth beach and the rail station are a short walk away. Each en suite room at The Dolphin Hotel has a flat-screen TV with Freeview and a DVD player.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
22 Brunswick Terrace Weymouth DT4 7RW MAP
With spectacular sea views and free Wi-Fi throughout, the Windsor Hotel is situated right on the seafront promenade and is the closest hotel to the beach.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
29 The Esplanade Weymouth DT4 8DN MAP
A warm welcome awaits you at the Hotel Rex, which offers the comforts and luxuries of a modern hotel yet still retains its original Georgian charm and features. The bedrooms are tastefully decorated including some with spectacular views of the stunning..
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
Green Hill Weymouth DT4 7SX MAP
At Weymouth food and drink is available at the Lodmoor and Brewers Fayre
More... |
|
|
|
|
Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
|
|
| |
|
 |
26 King Street Weymouth DT4 7BH MAP
A short walk from the station and the Weymouth beach, this inn offers a rare opportunity to experience a night in a 4-poster bed.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
5 Waterloo Place Weymouth DT4 7NY MAP
Ideally situated just across the road from the beach and Esplanade. The Dorset coastline was given World Heritage Status by UNESCO in Helsinki in December 2001
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
Bowleaze Cove Weymouth DT3 6PR MAP
The Riviera Hotel is a well-known Dorset landmark that has welcomed holidaymakers to its location for over 70 years. The hotel has direct access to the beach and offers fantastic views across the bay of Weymouth and Portland.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
146 The Esplanade Weymouth DT4 7NP MAP
Lovely family run hotel on the beautiful Weymouth Sea Front. This is the ideal place if you like the atmosphere of home from home. With 26 En-suite Rooms all refurbished in the last 2 years.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
27 East Street Weymouth DT4 8BN MAP
Just metres from Weymouth’s harbour and sandy, golden beach, this beautifully restored Georgian town house is now a 5-star guest house offering free Wi-Fi, free parking and luxurious en suite rooms.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
22 The Esplanade Weymouth DT4 8DN MAP
On the Esplanade, overlooking Weymouth beach and close to the old town and the harbour, this stunning Georgian town house offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and attractive rooms.
More... |
|
|
| |
|
 |
4 Waterloo Place Weymouth DT4 7NX MAP
Alendale Guest House is located just off Weymouth’s esplanade, an 8-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of the town centre. The Grade II listed, Georgian building has en suite rooms and a dining room where breakfast is served.
More... |
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
 |
Weymouth DT4 8UJ Tel: 01244 357717 MAP
This traditional, terraced cottage dates back to 1736 and is situated on a pedestrianised lane in the heart of Weymouth, just two minutes walk from the sea....
Pets allowed. Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 255.00-658.00
Sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms.
More... |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Around
The Weymouth Area
|
| Go to Abbotsbury
then go along the coast via Bridport to Lyme
Regis. |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Portland (4.46 miles) Dorchester (7.00 miles) Abbotsbury (7.16 miles) West Lulworth (9.33 miles) Wool (11.16 miles) Bere Regis (14.19 miles) Bridport (15.50 miles) Wareham (16.13 miles) Milton Abbas (16.29 miles) Beaminster (18.50 miles) Blandford Forum (21.06 miles) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Area
Telephone Code
01305
|
|
|
|
|
|
Information
Centre
The
Esplanade
Tel: 01305
785747
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
Our
Hotel Booking Line
|
|
Call
0870 4786316
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
the internet holiday and travel guide to the UK
