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Wimborne Minster Model Town
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King StreetWimborne MinsterDorset01202 8819http://www.wimborne-modeltown.comThe original idea to create a wimborne Minster model town was first discussed way back in the 1940s. A small group of local gentlemen started taking photographs of buildings and preparing detailed plans. A site was found for the project just off the Cornmarket. A 1/10th scale was decided upon which would enable a large section of the town centre to be constructed within the confines of the walled site.Building commenced in the late 1940s and by 1951 the new attraction welcomed its first visitors. The buildings were cast in concrete panels, and most of the window frames were made of Beech wood. Once open the Model Town very quickly became a popular attraction, with visitors flocking from all over the country to marvel at the magical miniature world that had been created. A fascinating Dorset attraction. Image courtesy of Wimborne Misnter Model Towns.
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