On July 14, over 100 people found themselves trapped for several hours at Greenway, the former home of renowned British mystery writer Agatha Christie, due to a fallen tree blocking the road, reports CNN.
The incident occurred in the county of Devon, southwest England, and created a scenario reminiscent of one of Christie's own mystery novels. The stranded tourists, unable to leave the property, were provided with comfort and hospitality by the staff of Britain's National Trust, which manages the historic site. They occupied themselves with activities such as enjoying tea in the tearoom and playing croquet on the lawn.
While the situation had a calm atmosphere, some social media users drew comparisons to Christie's famous novel "And Then There Were None," in which individuals are mysteriously invited to a remote mansion and face danger as they are systematically eliminated. However, the trapped tourists eventually managed to leave Greenway after local rescue services reopened the road.
Greenway, known for its walled gardens and boathouse featured in Christie's novel "Dead Man's Folly," sustained extensive storm damage and will remain closed for the time being. Despite the temporary closure, visitors can still immerse themselves in the world of Agatha Christie through her literary works and explore the intriguing history of Greenway.
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