Tincleton, Dorchester, DT2 8QP

Tincleton is a village and civil parish in the county of Dorset in southern England. It is situated near the River Frome, approximately five miles east of the county town Dorchester. The name of the village comes from the Old English "Tin la Ton", meaning "farm in a valley". In 2001 the population of Tincleton was 142, and Dorset County Council's 2013 estimate put the parish population at 150. As a small rural community, Tincleton provides a quiet setting for residents, with the nearby river offering a natural landmark. Its proximity to Dorchester means that larger town amenities are accessible within a short drive, while the village itself maintains a distinct local identity rooted in its historical name and modest population size.