Market Cross House, Grade II listed building on High Street, Windsor, England
Market Cross House is a three-story commercial building on Windsor's High Street with bay windows at front and back. The structure displays a distinctive tilt throughout its frame, giving it a noticeably slanted appearance.
The building was originally constructed in 1592 near Windsor's meat market, but was completely demolished and rebuilt in 1687 using green oak. This reconstruction with freshly cut timber caused the slant that remains visible today.
The building displays typical English commercial architecture with its characteristic bay windows at front and back. Visitors can observe how such structures once combined residential and business purposes in a single compact space.
The building sits in the heart of Windsor's central business area and is easily reached on foot. Since it remains in commercial use, visitors can view its architectural features and striking tilt from street level.
A tunnel beneath the building creates an underground passage connecting to nearby Windsor Castle. Local accounts suggest King Charles II used this route for private encounters away from public view.
Location: Windsor and Maidenhead
GPS coordinates: 51.48229,-0.60710
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54
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