In Back Hill, a routine tree removal turned shocking when Christine Battersby discovered a hand grenade lodged inside an old apple tree in her garden.
The specialist cutting the tree quickly alerted police, who evacuated the area. Authorities believe the tree, part of a historic orchard, may have hidden the grenade for decades.
The British Army’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit safely removed the device after surrounding it with sandbags overnight. Police guarded the site to prevent treasure hunters from interfering.
This bizarre incident highlights how remnants of war can unexpectedly surface even in quiet neighborhoods.
