Network of Victorian tunnels discovered under massive Surrey sinkhole

A significant sinkhole, measuring 19 meters in length, formed on Godstone High Street in Surrey, prompting the evacuation of over 30 homes. During investigations, engineers uncovered a network of 150-year-old Victorian tunnels, revealing potential connections to the sinkhole’s collapse. While Surrey County Council is working to address the situation, including plans for a pedestrian route and compensation for affected residents, community members expressed frustration over the delay in acknowledging the village’s historical mining background.

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