Quick facts about the Jurassic Coast

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This is the western end of the town of West Bay. The seafront here has some substantial sea defense work carried out, to try to protect the town from flooding during severe weather.

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Geological Information

Period Age

Jurassic

Approx Age

Million Years

Cretaceous Blanket

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Main Geology

Forest Marble Formation, Frome Clay

Beach Type

Pebble on Sand

Access to Beach

Fossil Hotspots:
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Geological Coastal Features:
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General Information

Nearest Coastal Visitor Centre

Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre

Nearest Town/Village or Area:

West Bay

Nearest Tourist Info Centres

Bridport

Wildlife in this Area:
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General Interest:
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