Back Beach – East Cliff

Visit Back Beach – East Cliff

Back Beach, also known as East Cliff, stretches along from Lyme Regis towards Charmouth West Beach. This beautiful part of the Dorset is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and the beach is backed by cliffs known as the Spittles.

The rock formations are of great geological interest but visitors must be aware that the cliffs are unstable and are prone to landslides.

Walk the dog all year round at this beach. Be sure to always check the tide times if you are visiting this beach, it is easy to get cut off.

This beach is …

  • A rocky beach
  • Off the beaten track

What to see and do

  • Get away from the crowds

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Places to stay

  • Holiday Cottages

Holiday accommodation near this beach

Have a great day out by the coast

Getting To Back Beach – East Cliff

Beach Location

Christchurch, Dorset South West England

Parking

There is a carpark close to the beach

Nearest Train

Station

Taking a trip to the beach. Get there by train or car.

Map of Back Beach

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