NEED TO KNOW

■ GETTING THERE: Charmouth is reached on the A35. This is the Axminster to Bridport road, which passes Lyme Regis. For the beach car park, go to Lower Sea Lane, Charmouth DT6 6LL.

■ TACKLE SHOP: Seaton Angling Centre, The Harbour, Axmouth, Seaton EX12 4AA, tel: 01297 625511. The Tackle Box, 20 Marine Parade, Lyme Regis DT7 3JF, tel: 01297 443373.