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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Harriette Boucher

The amazing wine discovery uncovered after golf club sinkhole

  • An abandoned wine cellar, believed to have been sealed for approximately 120 years, was discovered at Davyhulme Park Golf Club in Trafford, Manchester.
  • The discovery occurred last week at the 13th hole after a sinkhole opened up, prompting staff to investigate the area.
  • Inside the brick cellar, around 100 historic wine and port bottles were found, thought to date back to the original manor house demolished in 1888.
  • Club professional Martyn Hamer highlighted the significant public and member excitement, with a video of the discovery gaining 40,000 views on Instagram.
  • The club intends to display the unearthed bottles in the clubhouse for members, despite receiving offers from people wishing to purchase them.

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