EXMOUTH

JURASSIC EXMOUTH

Exmouth is the gateway to the Jurassic Coast, in England. This is the second jurassic coast I have visited in 2015, the first one was in 2010.

Exmouth town is about 30 minutes bus ride from Exeter. One can also cycle to Exmouth or go by train.

Exmouth marks the western gateway of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast. It has two miles of glorious beaches and a promenade filled with traditional attractions.

JURASSIC COAST

Exmouth developed as a resort in Georgian times and was once probably the most select seaside resort in Britain. It is home to famous people as Lady Nelson and Lady Byran.

Nowadays, it offers a rich mixture of immaculate sands, lovely gardens, a busy marina and a range of sports facilities, that combine to make it an excellent resort for all ages.

To the south, the resort overlooks Lyme Bay, while to the West it looks across the estuary of the River Exe to the Haldon Hills and Dawlish Warren. There are boat trips and also lots to do on dry land with shops, a museum, old pubs and good walk along the beach.

The bus will stop at the town centre which is full of elegant Georgian architecture, souvenir shops and bustling cafe. The Strand is Exmouth's Cafe Quarter with a range of restaurants, coffee shops and bars. There will also art shops, fishmongers, and watch out for the regular farmers' market, here.

Opposite the shops – is the WWI In Remembrance Stone stood prominently, here.

WWI REMEMBRANCE STONE

Shopping is also plentiful here, where the Magnolia Centre and Parade mix well known High Street brands with local independent stores including butchers, greengrocers and bakers. Then there is Exeter Road and Albion Street – offering a huge range of independent traders selling everything you can think of. Also, do drop by to visit the award wining Exmouth Indoor Market comprises of 50 stalls all under one roof.

Further your walk the coastal site where one can see the Flag Pole Memorial WWII and a clock tower. The WW II Flagpole Memorial (20-8-1995) was to mark the 50th Anniversary of the end of WW II by offering thanksgiving for all (men,women,child) from all nations who suffered and make sacrifices. In addition, WW II is also commemorate the 60th of Reign of Queen Victoria (1897).

CLOCK TOWER

 

 Nearby, is the Manor Garden – rich of flowers, plants and trees.

The “must visit” place is of course the Exmouth Seafront – where the jurassic coast is – a world heritage site famous for its geology of Triassic, Jurassic and cretaceous strata, stretching from here to Studland Bay near Poole. Stroll down the beach and watch seagulls flying over your head.

THUMBS UP FOR MANOR GARDEN

MAY 21, 2015