THERE’S a beach in the UK that remains relatively unknown – because its main access point is on foot, through a creepy abandoned village.
The large bay with shallow waters has been described as both “stunning” and “unspoilt” with its remote location making it a dream for those who like to get away from the crowds.
GettyWorbarrow Bay in Dorset can be reached from the village of Tyneham[/caption]
GettyThe bay is often a quieter beach than others due to its location[/caption]
GettyThe beach is owned by the Ministry of Defence and is only open to the public on certain days[/caption]
Worbarrow Bay in Dorset ought to be more popular than it is, but some people are put off by the 20 minute walk required to reach it.
The most popular route to the beach is from Tyneham, which became known as a “lost village” after it was evacuated in the Second World War.
All 225 residents were displaced to make way for military training camps for allied soldiers on December 17, 1943.
A note was written by a villager for the arriving troops, urging them to look after the buildings.
It read: “Please treat the church and houses with care; we have given up our homes where many of us lived for generations to help win the war to keep men free.
“We shall return one day and thank you for treating the village kindly.”
However, none were able to return and the village remains uninhabited to this day.
It is now viewed by history buffs as a time capsule after it remained frozen in time following several failed attempts to return its inhabitants.
A school, a church and several terraced houses remain standing, as does an old white and red phone box.
Just a mile away from the village is Worbarrow, where people can enjoy a quiet beach with “spectacular scenery”.
Visit Dorset said: “A one mile walk (about 20 minutes) from the village leads to Worbarrow Bay – part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.
“Because of its remote location, being only accessed via the village, South West Coast Path or by sea, the bay is not overcrowded with visitors and is a wonderful location to enjoy a picnic.”
GettyThe church in Tyneham is one of several buildings that remain untouched since 1943[/caption]
GettyThe village was evacuated during the Second World War and residents never returned[/caption]
News Dog MediaThe school still looks exactly as it did when the school was abandoned in 1943[/caption]
Other visitors have been amazed by the beach too, with one writing on TripAdvisor: “The scenery was spectacular and there wasn’t a huge number of people about compared to the packed beaches of Bournemouth and Sandbanks.”
Another said: “So glad we went as it’s just stunning! Pebble beach as is normal on the Jurassic Coast, beautiful views and peaceful.”
A third added: “This is an idyllic unspoilt beach. Stunning views of the bay and Portland Bill.”
Swimming in the sea at Worbarrow is possible, with Cold Wet Bloke describing it as a “beautiful swim”.
He said: “The eastern end of the beach is shingle and sand which affords easy access to the water. Further west the beach is comprised of larger shingle and shelves steeply.
“We swam right around the Tout and into Pondfield Cove. It’s a beautiful swim of around 1600m return.”
Humans aren’t the only things seen swimming in the waters around there either, with Kimmeridge Bay along the coast known as a good place to spot dolphins and porpoises.
The cliffs overlooking the waters are a said to be a great vantage point for spotting marine life.
While Tyneham and Worbarrow are both a great day out, they are still owned by the Ministry of Defence as part of Lulworth Military Ranges.
Anyone looking to visit should check when they’re able to, using the Tyneham website, with access only permitted on certain days.
Visit Dorset also explained that anyone in the area “must keep to the paths marked with yellow posts at all times”.
Meanwhile, this seaside town has been labelled the best in the UK.
And this seaside town in the north east is also home to dolphins, whales and puffins, as well as amazing castles.
GettyThe cliffs around the nearby waters are a great place to look out for marine life like dolphins[/caption] Read More