200-year-old sword found sticking out of castle lake after water levels drop
Summary
A 200-year-old sword was found sticking out of a lake at Chiddingstone Castle after water levels dropped due to hot weather and drought in England. The sword, possibly from the early 1800s, was discovered when volunteers cleared fallen branches from the lake’s edge.Key Facts
- The sword has a curved blade and a gilded hilt with a lion design.
- It may be a Victorian bandsman's sword from the early 19th century.
- The lake at Chiddingstone Castle was built in the 1800s.
- There are several ideas about how the sword got into the lake, including connections to World War Two troops or former castle owners.
- England is experiencing severe drought, with 71.3% of the country now officially declared in drought status.
- Over 45 million people in England live in drought areas, and more than 27 million face water use restrictions.
- The drought is due to the driest July on record since 1836, with hot weather continuing.
- Satellite images show significant drops in water levels across Kent, Sussex, and Surrey.
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