The Crooked House of Windsor

With an hour to spare before my bus home, I went into the Crooked House Of Windsor, and enjoyed some wine and cheese. My photos don’t do the crookedness justice! I felt a bit sea sick in the second floor! It is the oldest tea house in England and was reconstructed in 1687. It was cozy and magical! The cheese and bread were delicious and the staff were so welcoming.

Came for the building, stayed for the coffee(s)! The coffee was the best, a highlight of our trip!! Scones were delicious. Pricing is what you'd expect. The service and quality were exemplary.

The Crooked House of Windsor is a unique and charming landmark, drawing visitors with its distinctive lean and whimsical architecture. A fascinating blend of history and intrigue, it offers a fun, photo-worthy stop in the heart of Windsor. While the building itself is the main attraction, there is limited engagement or activity inside, which may leave some visitors wanting more. Nonetheless, it’s an iconic spot that adds character to Windsor, making it a worthwhile stop for those exploring the area.

The best thing about this place is the architecture. I had been years ago for a cream tea but found it had been transformed into yet another run of the mill cut and paste café that are ten a penny these days (and there are loads in Windsor). £9 for a sourdough sandwich filled with a few bits of cremated streaky bacon and a few leaves of rocket salad was an absolute rip off. I wish I had taken a photo. The whole menu is way overpriced. The coffee was good but the cups were so small it simply wasn’t worth £3.60. I had to find menus myself as we were left waiting ages after being seated. Then they had the audacity to add 12.5% service charge in addition to the inflated prices! Not discretionary but automatically included. £28 for two coffees and two sandwiches is an abysmal example of how the hospitality industry in tourist areas deliberately fleece people. Absolute daylight robbery.

Came to see the castle. Was loafing around saw the building and it was nice to see something oddly beautiful in the picturesque place. The building is so old, tilted yet standing its ground. I always enjoy the old architecture like this which you don’t see now days often.