A sinkhole in Cornwall, UK, swallowed part of a car outside a bakery on Nov. 1, 2025, prompting safety cordons and uncertain recovery efforts.

A sinkhole opened suddenly in Redruth, Cornwall, on November 1, 2025, swallowing the back end of Malcolm McKenzie’s Mini parked outside Berrymans Bakery. The collapse occurred between 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm, with the car’s front end lifted about four feet. Authorities have cordoned off the area due to ongoing stability concerns, including a nearby sunken section. Police are unsure how to recover the vehicle without risking further collapse. The incident may be linked to the region’s history of underground mining, which has caused similar events before. McKenzie said he was fortunate no one was hurt, as he had nearly driven out just before the sinkhole formed.