How old are Ellistons root cellars?
The oldest surviving cellars date back to 1839, being originally owned/built by George Porter, a second by Israel Baker, and a third by Abel Crewe. A root cellar that was built around 1839, and located in the Maberly area (displayed below), is still in use today, and is in quite good condition. The newer root cellars are at least fifty years old, having been built in the 1950’s.
