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Modbury, Dorset

Modbury is a deserted mediæval village in Dorset. It is thought to have been abandoned by the 17th century. It is within the council area of Dorset.

Place Type: Deserted Village
Historic County: Dorset
Lat, Long: 50.70545,-2.6886573
Grid Reference: SY 5146 8976
Civil Parish: Swyre CP
Council Area: Dorset CA
Police Area: Dorset PA

GBPN ID: 303348
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Modbury,_Dorset_303348

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