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4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Wareham, England

Updated October 27, 2021

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Wareham, England

Tyneham Ghost Village

In 1943 the British military took control of this village, telling residents they had to leave temporarily. The villagers were never allowed to return.

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Wareham, England

Bovington Tank Range

A popular day's outing in Bovington consists of watching military tank driving practice.

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Wareham, England

Tomb Effigy of T.E. Lawrence

Inside this 11th-century church, a medieval-style tomb of the World War I hero known as "Lawrence of Arabia."

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Wareham, England

The PS Monarch

This diminutive paddle steamer looks like it is a relic from the Edwardian era but her engine dates from 1974 and construction of the hull only started in 1984.

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Bethan’s Rock

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Bethan’s Rock

This rock was donated to the museum by an inspired young visitor.

5 miles from Wareham

The Cottage at Clouds Hill

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Clouds Hill

This historic home of the author of Lawrence of Arabia, has a history of literary celebrities and monogrammed sleeping bags.

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The Scout Stone

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The Scout Stone

This commemorative stone was erected near the first Scout campsite.

5 miles from Wareham

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