CAR parks, public toilets and other key council services in Lyme Regis will remain open throughout the lockdown period.

With the latest national restrictions in effect from today until 2 December, Lyme Regis Town Council has revealed which services will continue to operate.

Town clerk John Wright said: “The government’s guidelines for this period of national restrictions are less restrictive than the first national lockdown in March, and the operation of council services and facilities will reflect this.

“In considering our operations, we have taken full account of the government’s instructions.

“We have acted sensibly to ensure all the guidelines are met, that people can still go about their lives as normally as possible and be able to get much-needed time outdoors for activity and exercise, while also protecting the health and wellbeing of our community and the interests of local businesses.”

The council’s three car parks – Monmouth Beach, Cabanya, and Woodmead – will stay open as travel is permitted for specific reasons, including spending time or exercising outdoors.

The public toilets on Marine Parade and on Anning Road playing field will also stay remain open, with social distancing measures in place.

Cart Road beach huts may continue to be hired out by people living in the local area and anyone who is unable to visit Lyme Regis due to travel restrictions will be provided with a refund on request.

In line with government advice, the play parks at Anning Road and Henry’s Way and the Charmouth Road skatepark will all remain open with users are asked to follow the guidance on social distancing and meeting others safely.

As exercise and activity can continue in certain outdoor public spaces, the beaches, seafront gardens and allotments will all remain open and accessible.

The mini golf and table tennis in Lister Gardens, which are currently only open at weekends, will close for four weeks as the government has ordered certain businesses to close, including outdoor sports facilities.

The council also has to consider the safety of its staff who work at the amenities’ area, and the increased risk to both the staff and public due to the equipment being used and payment being taken.

Overnight stays in a caravan or chalet will not be allowed.

Weddings and civil partnership ceremonies are not allowed to take place but bookings at the Guildhall will be unaffected as the next ceremony is scheduled for late-December.

Arrangements for funerals remain unchanged, with 30 people still able to attend services at Lyme Regis Cemetery. The cemetery chapel is still available for a very small number of people.

The number 71 town bus service will continue to operate.

All non-essential retail bookings in the market and performance areas at the Marine Parade Shelters will be cancelled, and the Langmoor and Lister Rooms will remain closed.

For further information, visit www.lymeregistowncouncil.gov.uk/