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Charmouth, Dorset, UK

Hi all. No talking in this one as there were lots of people about. It was a wild and windy day that changed so much over the 4 or 5 hours we were there as you will see in the video. The car park by the beach and river is £6 all day at the time of filming. I think this might be slightly different in the peak season with a rate up to 6pm and a cheaper rate after that time. All filmed on my phone, a Google Pixel 8a and edited on the Inshot free app --------------------------------------------------------- The following information is from ChatGPT Here are some interesting facts about Charmouth, a coastal village in Dorset, England: 🏖️ Jurassic Coast: Charmouth sits on the famous Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic cliffs and world-class fossils. 🦖 Fossil hunting hotspot: The beaches at Charmouth are one of the best places in the world to find fossils, especially ammonites, belemnites, and even ichthyosaur bones. Mary Anning, the pioneering fossil collector from nearby Lyme Regis, often searched here. 🌊 Geology: The cliffs around Charmouth are made of Jurassic-age rocks, about 195 million years old, including Blue Lias and Charmouth Mudstone, which erode to reveal fossils. 🏡 Village history: Charmouth was mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086). Its name means “the mouth of the River Char.” ⚔️ Historical invasions: Vikings landed here in the 9th century, and later, the future King Charles II attempted to escape to France from Charmouth in 1651 after defeat in the English Civil War, but was betrayed. 🛶 River Char: The village is named after the small river that flows into the sea here. 🌿 Nature: Charmouth offers coastal walks with stunning views, connecting to the South West Coast Path. The surrounding area has diverse wildlife and marine life. 🪨 Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre: A free visitor centre on the seafront provides fossil exhibits, guided fossil walks, and geological information. -------------------------------------------------------- Dorset England Here are some interesting facts about Dorset, a county in southwest England: 🏖️ Jurassic Coast: Dorset is home to over half of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Jurassic Coast, stretching 95 miles from Exmouth in Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset. 🦖 Fossils: Famous for fossil discoveries, especially around Lyme Regis and Charmouth. Mary Anning, the pioneering paleontologist, lived and worked here. 🏰 Castles & History: Dorset has many historic sites, including Corfe Castle (destroyed in the English Civil War) and Maiden Castle, one of the largest Iron Age hillforts in Europe. 🌊 Unique Landmarks: It’s home to natural wonders like Durdle Door (a limestone arch), Lulworth Cove, Old Harry Rocks, and Chesil Beach, a huge shingle spit. 📜 Literary Connections: Thomas Hardy, one of England’s greatest novelists, was born in Dorset. He based much of his fictional "Wessex" on the county. 🍦 Food & Drink: Dorset is known for Dorset Knobs (crunchy biscuits), Blue Vinny cheese, and Dorset Apple Cake. 🎬 Film & TV: Many productions are filmed here, including Broadchurch (set in West Bay), Far from the Madding Crowd, and scenes from The French Lieutenant’s Woman. 🌿 Nature: Over half of Dorset is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It’s also the only county in England without a motorway! ⚔️ Smuggling Past: In the 18th and 19th centuries, Dorset’s coves and hidden bays were notorious for smuggling. 🏖️ Seaside Resorts: Bournemouth, Weymouth, and Swanage are popular seaside towns with sandy beaches. ---------------------------------------------------------- Due to the on screen information, this video may be of interest to the hard of hearing / deaf ---------------------------------------------------------- Thanks for watching Paul Plod on steady .