What is crooked house pub?

The Crooked House was a famously leaning pub located near Himley in Staffordshire, England.

• History: Built in 1765 as a farmhouse, it later became a pub. It gained its unusual lean due to mining subsidence in the 19th century. The subsidence caused one side of the building to be significantly lower than the other, creating an illusion that items placed on tables would roll uphill.
• Unique Appeal: This dramatic slant made the pub a popular tourist attraction. People visited to experience the optical illusion and enjoy the novelty of the building.
• Closure and Fire: The Crooked House closed in 2023. Shortly after its sale to a private owner, a fire severely damaged the building.
• Demolition: Following the fire, the remaining structure was demolished. This demolition caused public outcry and led to investigations into the circumstances surrounding the fire and the demolition decision.
• Controversy: There is an ongoing investigation into the fire and demolition, with many suspecting foul play, leading to significant public interest in the case and calls for the pub to be rebuilt.

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