Local residents in the Oxfordshire village of Bloxham have uncovered what they describe as long-rumoured passageways beneath the village, according to the Daily Mail. For decades, rumours have circulated about a hidden network of tunnels in the area. The report says the newly noticed or uncovered sections of underground passages have revived interest in what the tunnels may have been used for. One suggestion mentioned in the coverage is that they could have served as escape routes hundreds of years ago, though the reporting does not present definitive historical evidence within the provided text. The accounts focus on the persistence of local folklore and the recent discovery by residents, framing the tunnels as a longstanding local mystery now getting renewed attention. The information presented emphasizes the existence of the rumours and the discovery of passageways, while leaving open questions about the tunnels’ original purpose, date, and extent. Further verification or historical investigation is not detailed in the available excerpts.