Summary: The Crooked House Pub , a historical icon, succumbed to fire and demolition within two weeks despite standing resolute for nearly 300 years. Built in 1765, the pub's crooked appearance was a result of mining-induced sinking, and it had garnered popularity as a cherished tourist spot. Local efforts to maintain the pub's public house status through a petition were in vain as it was sold to an undisclosed private buyer. Historic England's attempt to secure a listed status for the pub couldn't prevent its tragic destruction by the fire that broke out on August 5th, 2023. The pub's resilience over decade...

Summary: The Tilted Barrel , a pub in Tipton , West Midlands , has become the ' wonkiest pub ' in the UK, succeeding the Crooked House . The Crooked House , a historic 200-year-old pub, was destroyed in a suspected arson attack . The Tilted Barrel 's slanted appearance is attributed to both mining subsidence and its historical significance. Despite the loss of the Crooked House , the Tilted Barrel remains a symbol of the region's heritage and camaraderie. ...