Wharram Percy was occupied for around six centuries but was deserted in 1500 after its last few residents were forced out of their homes to make room for sheep pasture. Today, the only medieval building that has survived is the eerie church, pictured here.

The grassy foundations of a few manor houses, peasant houses and outbuildings are also scattered across the landscape. Considered the most famous deserted medieval village in Europe, Wharram Percy has since become the focus of extensive archaeological research.

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