Did you know that in Windsor, London, you could get a cup of coffee in a crooked house? At Windsor's Crooked House, you can enjoy some wonky historic architecture while sipping on a beverage at a bar called "The Shambles", which is what the house is used for nowadays. Although this building stands at a slant, it's completely sturdy, and has been around since 1687.
The house wasn't always crooked, though. The house was originally built in 1592 and initially served as a butcher's shop. The building's unique slant is the result of its reconstruction in 1687. After a land dispute, the town council in Windsor was ordered to rebuild the house quickly. Unseasoned green oak wood was used in a rush. As the wood dried, the structure buckled and became tilted in a way that is stable but wonky looking.
Once looked at as a mistake, the house is now loved for its iconic-tilt. Recognized for its historical and architectural significance, the Crooked House is Grade II listed, ensuring its preservation for future generations. Sometimes, a mistake can lead to a wonderful thing.
The video embedded below was posted 3 years ago, before its current renovation.
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