The Crooked House
The Crooked House: After Britain鈥檚 wonkiest pub caught fire, it was then knocked down. File on 4 tells the story behind the loss of Black Country icon.
The Crooked House: One summer鈥檚 night the Crooked House, known as Britain鈥檚 wonkiest pub, caught fire. Less than 48 hours later the ruins were knocked to the ground, completely destroying an iconic symbol of the Black Country. The pub gained its name, and worldwide fame, from its crazy angles caused by mining subsidence. But its loss is now being mourned amid calls for it to be rebuilt brick by brick. File on 4 tells the story behind the destruction of the Crooked House.
Presenter: Adrian Goldberg
Producers: Fergus Hewison, Emma Forde and Phil Marzouk
Assistant Producers: Ella Rule and Patrick Kiteley
Production Coordinators: Tim Fernley and Jordan King
Technical Producer: Kelly Young
Editor: Carl Johnston
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- Tue 5 Sep 2023 20:0091热爆 Radio 4
- Sun 10 Sep 2023 17:0091热爆 Radio 4
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