Have you ever stumbled upon something unexpected in your own backyard? Well, Simon Marks, a 37-year-old man, had a surprising discovery right beneath his very own driveway. It all started with a simple mishap as Simon accidentally drove his car over what he thought was just a flowerbed. Little did he know, this incident would lead him to a thrilling adventure and a profound connection to history.
As Simon inspected the damage caused to his car, a mysterious sound caught his attention. Curiosity sparked, he knelt down to examine the cracks in the driveway’s pavers. To his amazement, the ground beneath him began to give way, and with eerie sounds, the cracks expanded, uncovering a hidden secret right before his eyes.
Intrigued, Simon reached out to retrieve the object he saw buried beneath the dirt, but it was stuck firmly in place. Determined to uncover the mystery, he enlisted the help of his father. Together, they embarked on a meticulous excavation, removing buckets of mud until they revealed an opening—a rusty ladder descending into the ground.
With a mix of excitement and trepidation, Simon and his father descended the ladder and made an astonishing discovery: a World War II air raid shelter. These underground shelters were built as a means of protecting citizens during bombings and attacks. This finding not only surprised them but also provided a tangible glimpse into a significant chapter of history.
It was soon realized that the shelter had been concealed over time, likely filled in by a previous owner when the house was constructed and the garden established. Adding to the intrigue, one wall had even been bricked up during the house’s construction.