A sinkhole at Davyhulme Park Golf Club in Trafford, Greater Manchester, has revealed a long-lost secret: a 19th-century wine cellar filled with dozens of empty wine, champagne, and port bottles. The 99-acre golf course, believed to be the fourth oldest in England, dating back to the 1860s, is home to the aptly named 'the Cellars' on its 13th hole. Greenkeeper Steve Hopkins discovered the hidden treasure, and Club Professional Martyn Hamer shared the exciting find with The Sun. The brick-lined cellar dates back to the days of Davyhulme Hall, which was demolished in 1888 after failing to find a buyer. Dr. Charles Insley, a senior lecturer of history at the University of Manchester, suggests that people may have drunk the bottles when the manor was being destroyed. The golf club is rich in history, with an urn on the course believed to be the burial place of one of the old owner's favorite horses. The club is now in the early stages of developing a feature around the cellar, and the bottles have been removed for safekeeping while decisions are made. The local community has shown great support for this discovery, and the club is eager to share this piece of history with its members and visitors. But here's where it gets controversial... The question remains: who owned these bottles, and were they really empty? And this is the part most people miss... The cellar's discovery raises questions about the history of the golf course and the people who once inhabited Davyhulme Hall. It also highlights the importance of preserving historical sites and artifacts. So, what do you think? Do you agree or disagree with the club's plans for the cellar? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
