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Couple Unearths Mysterious Staircase in Welsh Garden
12 Sep
Summary
- A secret garden and staircase were found behind an old villa.
- The stairs may have once connected to the historic Crumlin Viaduct.
- The couple aims to preserve local wildlife in the rediscovered area.
A couple's gardening project at their 120-year-old Edwardian villa in South Wales has revealed a forgotten piece of local history. Mathew and Rebekah Thomas uncovered a hidden staircase leading to an elevated terrace and a secondary garden, features absent from their property's official records.
The discovery has led the Thomases to investigate the stairway's origins, with one theory suggesting it once connected to the now-defunct Crumlin Viaduct. The ownership of this newly revealed plot remains unclear, with no local council, private, or neighboring claims currently established.
While the formal development of the rediscovered space is on hold, the couple is focused on clearing overgrowth and protecting the diverse local wildlife. The cliffside habitat is home to numerous bird species, squirrels, small mammals, and a natural pond fed by a waterfall, all of which the Thomases are committed to preserving.
