A Guide to Things to Do in Weymouth, Dorset

Weymouth is right on my doorstep. Weymouth is full of activities, great food, and friendly people. The beaches were peaceful and tranquil despite the heat of June.

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Weymouth, a small coastal town of just over 50,000 people, is part of the Jurassic Coast. It is connected to Portland Island (famous for its lighthouse fame) via a long straight causeway. It was a delight to find that Weymouth is not suffocating in British seaside resorts’ “days gone past” atmosphere. Instead, it feels like a welcoming place for young adults who want to have a little fun.

Weymouth is full of activities, great food, and friendly people.

These are my suggestions for things to do while you’re in Weymouth.

Take a walk around the Portland Bill Lighthouse

It is well worth the scenic drive to Portland Bill Lighthouse. This road takes you past Chesil Beach and follows a winding hilly road. The dramatic backdrop of the clifftops and stormy clouds added drama as we arrived at the lighthouse.

Standing at 41m (135ft) high, the lighthouse protects the marina’s harbour for more than five centuries. The visitor centre provides information about the history of the lighthouse and the lighthouse keepers. You can also climb the 153 steps up to the lantern room for stunning views of the Jurassic Coast. It would be best if you took time to see the lighthouse’s rock surroundings, admire the crashing waves, and breathe in the salty sea air.

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Explore Weymouth’s ruins

Make a detour from Portland Lighthouse to Church Ope Cove. This is a swimming cove located near Wakeham. You will find the path to the cove under the arch bridge at Rufus Castle’s ruins, dating back to the 15 ^th century. You will find ancient gravestones hidden in the cobbled path from the cove to the main road.

Sandsfoot Castle is another ruin worth visiting. It overlooks the Rodwell Trail cliffs. This artillery fort was constructed on Henry VIII’s orders, but it fell to ruin in the early 18 century.

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Ride the Rodwell Trail

Rodwell Trail, a 2-mile trail that runs along a former railway line, is suitable for walkers, wheelchairs, bikes, and scooters. This picturesque path has beautiful views of Portland Harbour, Sandsfoot Castle and is well-surfaced. This spot is popular for birdwatching, and you might even spot a great spotted or tufted woodpecker.

You can extend your cycle by following the Portland Legacy Trail. For lunch and a stroll, we stopped by Taste Cafe at Chesil Beach. My Portland crab sandwich was delicious with sparkling elderflower.

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Castle Cove Paddle Board

Paddleboarding is a popular sport at the moment. Paddleboarding is easy to learn and relaxing. You can choose to sit or stand on the board and enjoy the beautiful seaside views. There are two options for paddleboarding: You can go to Weymouth Beach or Castle Cove. If you’re a beginner, Castle Cove is a quiet sandy beach with few waves and shallow waters. The hill overlooking the cove is free parking. We arrived to find that the area was empty except for a few families and one paddleboarder. Dorset Outdoor Activity Rental (DOAH) lets you rent paddleboards, and they deliver them to your home. You will receive everything you need, including life jackets, wetsuits, and pumps to inflate your board.

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Explore Weymouth Harbour

This picturesque harbour is the mouth of River Wey and has a 17 ^th century waterfront. Both sides of the harbour are lined with historic buildings in bright pastel colours. There are many pubs on the waterfront that offer a great selection of pints if you’re looking for something to eat. We counted eight from our spot at the Harbour bridge. Highly recommended is the Kings Arms, which serves a great pint of Guinness. Bennett’s Fish & Chips is a great place to grab a plate of fish and chips. It’s conveniently located right next to The Kings Arms. Bennett’s is a firm favourite. It was opened 32 years ago and had one of my favourite fish & chip experiences. If you don’t have the stomach for large portions, choose a medium size unless it is a big deal.

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There are many pubs on the waterfront that offer a great selection of pints if you're looking for something to eat.

Enjoy a wildlife RIB tour that takes you along the water’s edge

You can also book a boat trip to Weymouth Harbour and enjoy the views of the Georgian coastline, Portland Harbour, and Nothe Fort. We took a one-hour RIB trip with Weymouth Bay Rib Charters (PS25/person) and then zoomed off to sail past the huge cruise ships. One of them was the Norwegian Bliss. We waved at the passengers on board. Weymouth’s resident dolphins, randomly named Gary, were the wildlife portion of the tour. It was a lot of fun, even though Gary didn’t appear.

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Meet the penguins of Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park

You will love penguins and seals if you spend time at Weymouth Sea LIFE Adventure Park. Two species of penguins live at the centre: Fairy penguins and Humboldt Penguins. They are adorable and never disappoint. The centre is divided into 12 themed zones. One of them is the Tropical Lagoon, which has blue-spotted stingrays. The Shipwreck area, which contains sea goblins, spotted shrimp (yes, that’s their name), and bizarre upside-down jellyfish, was a great place to visit.

You can take a self-guided tour through Nothe Fort

The Fort is a Palmerston fort that was built in 1860 to defend Britain against the French invasion. It can be found just a few minutes from Weymouth Harbour. It was used in World War II as a nuclear bunker, gunning location and still displays impressive heavy machine guns. Three levels can be explored by visitors, offering spectacular views of Portland harbour and the ramparts. The Victorian gun deck level is at the mid-level, while the lower level was kept. I enjoyed the lower-level tunnels, which contain many mini-exhibitions about Nothe Fort’s World War Two past. There are amazing models of naval and land battles.

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One of the UK’s most popular cocktail bars

There are many great bars and pubs in Weymouth, but none can match The PlayYard Cocktail Bar located on St. Thomas Street. The bar is elegantly decorated with flowers, trees, wall art by local artists, and a ceiling with a geometric pattern. It opened during the pandemic and has been a hit with locals ever since. Their “magical creations” are the main focus of their menu. These original cocktails use scientific wizardry to create bubbles and smoke. The strawberry volcano was a rum-based cocktail that promised “Volcanic smokey eruptions,” It didn’t disappoint. It was also delicious and not too sweet.

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