Homeowner finds hole in his front yard – looks closer and is stunned where it leads

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Many old homes hold untold stories, prompting the age-old saying, “If these walls could talk.” Simon Marks of Luton, England, stumbled upon a piece of history in his front yard, revealing a hidden secret.

Thinking he had driven over a flowerbed, Simon discovered a two-roomed World War II air raid shelter beneath his property. Simon, recalling the moment, said, “I thought it was a sinkhole or a badly constructed garden.”

Simon, who bought the house from an elderly couple, speculates they knew about the shelter. Eager to preserve this historical gem, he expressed, “It’s part of our history so it should be kept.”

The shelter, made from handcrafted concrete lintels, reflects the craftsmanship of the past. Simon and his father embarked on uncovering the shelter, emphasizing its importance in preserving history.

While the story unfolded a few years ago, the unexpected discovery highlights the mysteries homes may conceal. Simon’s initiative to unveil and preserve the air raid shelter serves as a reminder of the hidden historical treasures waiting to be found.

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