Candles on the Cobb
Candles on the Cobb is a unique and spectacular event in Lyme Regis, Dorset, which sees thousands of candles light up the Cobb harbour wall in memory of loved ones. Members of the public are invited to sponsor candles and over £140,000 has been raised since the event’s inception. It is best viewed from a higher vantage point, in the Langmoor Gardens overlooking the seafront.
Event details
Dates and times
Sunday 24th August - All day
All day
9.6 miles from Highlands End and Eype Beach
7.5 miles from Golden Cap
12.9 miles from Graston Copse
32.5 miles from Sandyholme
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