Cannabis Farm Discovered in Historic Stately Home A cannabis farm has been uncovered in a historic stately home in Wales, which once hosted a high-profile event attended by the Prince of Wales. The discovery was made by police during a routine search of the property, located in the picturesque Brecon Beacons region. The mansion, which has been empty for several years, was once the site of a grand investiture ball attended by the Prince of Wales, now King Charles III, in the 1960s. The event was a major social occasion, attracting dignitaries and celebrities from across the UK. However, on Tuesday, police searching the property stumbled upon a cannabis farm, which is believed to have been operating for several months. The farm, which was discovered in a large basement area, contained over 100 cannabis plants, as well as equipment and growing materials. "It's a significant discovery, and we're working to establish the full extent of the operation," said a spokesperson for Dyfed-Powys Police. "We're also working to identify those responsible and bring them to justice." The police were alerted to the property after receiving a tip-off from a member of the public. A team of officers was dispatched to the scene, where they conducted a thorough search of the property. The cannabis farm was found to be operating in a large basement area, which had been converted to house the growing operation. The police seized the cannabis plants, as well as equipment and growing materials, and are now working to analyze the evidence. The discovery has sparked concerns about the potential for cannabis cultivation to take place in historic and sensitive areas. "This is a wake-up call for us all," said a local councillor. "We need to be vigilant in protecting our historic sites and preventing them from being used for illicit activities." The police are urging anyone with information about the cannabis farm to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates are expected in the coming days. Source: undefined. Visit the original source link below for the complete story.