The Crooked House, Lavenham is a 14th century historic house that is said to be the inspiration for the famous nursery rhyme, ‘There was a Crooked Man’. It is located in the heart of Lavenham, Britain’s best-preserved medieval village. The house has a distinctive tilted appearance due to its timber frame and uneven foundations.
The Crooked House is currently home to the Crooked Men, Alex and Oli, who bought the house in 2021 and have been lovingly restoring and reimagining it ever since4. They host various experiences and events, such as black tie dinners, immersive tours, private hire, gifts and art. They also share their story and the history of the house on their website and social media.
The Crooked House is one of the world’s most photographed homes and a popular tourist attraction in Lavenham. It is also a part of the Historic Houses association, which represents over 1,600 independently owned historic houses, castles and gardens across the UK.