Tyneham ghost village remembered
ITV Meridian News this week remembered the 70th anniversary of the eviction of villagers from Tyneham, Dorset by the War Office for use as a military training ground. (The surrounding Lulworth ranges area is still used for military training today). What was initially thought a temporary move during the remainder of the Second World War was made permanent by compulsory purchase order of the land in 1948. The buildings of Tyneham now lie dormant, mostly in ruins (some presumably damaged by military exercises!), although the church is now preserved and the striking telephone kiosk is a modern replica. Access is available during part of the year when military training is not taking place. The following pictures were taken in June 2010.