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๐Ÿ‘ป The world's most fascinating abandoned towns and cities: Tyneham

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๐Ÿ‘ป The world's most fascinating abandoned towns and cities: Tyneham
Deserted village abandoned during World War II, Dorset, England


๐Ÿ• 4 min read ยท Updated 11 Apr 2026 at 17:32
๐Ÿ“Œ Fast Facts
  • Location: Dorset coast, within Lulworth Ranges military training area
  • Evacuation: 19 November 1943; residents never returned
  • Population before evacuation: Approximately 225 residents
  • Status: Open weekends and school holidays; as of 2026, accessible to public

Tyneham is a deserted village in Dorset, England, that was evacuated by military order in 1943 and remains ...

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