The Crooked House
Dating from 1395, The Crooked House in Lavenham, England, is the inspiration for the famous nursery rhyme, ‘There was a Crooked Man’.
Described by Country Life as “one of the world’s most photographed homes”, The Crooked House’s fairytale facade makes it an Instagram favourite at the heart of Britain’s best-preserved medieval village.
Step inside and into another world…
The Crooked Men
Today, The Crooked House is home to two ‘Crooked Men’, who have been lovingly restoring and reimagining this 600 year-old historic house since moving here in 2021.
Following a fairytale romance, buying The Crooked House was a dream come true, which they’re now sharing with everyone…
Experience the Magic
There are many ways to experience The Crooked House - from our popular Black tie Dinners to immersive tours, private hire, gifts and art. Explore the site menu to find out more.
All our activity supports the restoration and preservation of this 600 year-old historic house, so get involved and we look forward to meeting you!