Tyneham Ghost Village
A deserted village in Dorset, England, commandeered by the British military in 1943 for D-Day training, whose residents were never allowed to return.

šŸ“œ Historic ghost village in Dorset, England.
šŸ” Commandeered by the military in 1943, residents never returned.

Why Go

šŸ‘» Explore ruins of homes and buildings, including a well-preserved church and school.
šŸš¶ Access scenic coastal walks and Worbarrow Bay.
šŸ“š Learn about World War II history and the village's poignant tale.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Area still used for military training, check open days as it's closed most of the year.
šŸ“± Poor mobile reception in the area.
šŸ…æļø Tricky to find as it lacks a postcode for satnav.

Tips

Check the calendar for specific open days before visiting.
Dogs are welcome at Tyneham beach in Worbarrow Bay, a short walk from the village.
Entry is free, but donations are welcome in the car park.

Cost

šŸ’° Free entry, donations welcome.

Hours

šŸ•’ Primarily open weekends, with exhibitions open 10am-4pm; gate locked at dusk.

Last updated 3 days ago

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