The Crooked House, Lavenham
The inspiration behind the famous nursery rhyme.
7 High St, Lavenham, Sudbury CO10 9PR
‘There was a crooked man, and he walked a crooked mile…’ and his story started here.
Dating from 1395, The Crooked House in Lavenham sits at the heart of Britain’s best-preserved medieval village and is said to be the inspiration behind the famous nursery rhyme ‘There was a Crooked Man’. Today it is home to two Crooked Men, who share its 600-year story through immersive experiences and events.
Set in the heart of Lavenham – Britain’s best-preserved medieval village – The Crooked House was originally built as part of a large Hall House for a 14th-century wool merchant, when little Lavenham was England’s richest wool town.
Over the past six centuries, this wonderfully wonky house has seen it all – from Henry VII to Elizabeth I, John Lennon to Harry Potter.
Today, the fairytale façade of The Crooked House makes it one of the world’s most-photographed homes and an Instagram icon. Step inside to discover its story…
Enjoy a theatrical house tour with the owners, the Crooked Men:
- Four ancient rooms to discover
- Historic costumed storytelling
- Ghost stories
- Tea and cake with the owners
- Souvenir gift for all guests
“One of the world’s most photographed homes” Country Life
“Britain’s wonkiest house” Daily Mail
“Like stepping into a fairytale” Daily Express
The Crooked House, Suffolk
The Crooked House, Suffolk
The Crooked House, Suffolk
The Crooked House, Suffolk
The Crooked House, Suffolk
The Crooked House, Suffolk
Add some Crooked to your life and pay a visit to The Crooked House in Lavenham. We were met by Oli, who began the tour of this amazing 600 year old house, and the story began to unfold across the street. Entering the house we were treated to an outstanding visual display and explanation of the houses history.
Oli and Alex interlaced the stories one at a time, from history, ghosts, and journey from first visiting to purchasing and developing into what is now a life’s work. and continues to grow, also offering Black Tie Dinners and private dining. Would highly recommend you pay them a visit.