This fine 18th-century maritime villa in Lyme Regis is listed Grade II* and once belonged to the remarkable businesswoman, Mrs Eleanor Coade who invented coade stone and devised a formula to mass produce architectural embellishments. More recently Belmont was home to world-famous author, John Fowles, author of The Magus and The French Lieutenant's Woman.

The Landmark Trust have restored Belmont to its appearance in Mrs Coade’s day. In the garden there is a Victorian observatory tower, with hatch and revolving roof. Most of the long garden is left wild and it tumbles down to the esplanade, with a pebble beach and the Cobb beyond.

Admission is free and pre-booking is preferred but not essential. Priority will be given to those who have booked in advance.

Information on the building's history and children's activity sheets will be available.

The local Power Monkeys, Lyme Regis Sea Scouts, will be offering hot and cold drinks and light refreshments in the garden. Families are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds if the weather is good.

See also The Guildhall open day.