The Crooked Billet Tea-rooms, Wimbledon Village
| Area | Wimbledon Village |
|---|---|
| Copyright 1 | J Russell & Sons |
| Picture Reference | Wim_5A_8-15 |
| Original Format | Photo |
| Notes / History | The "Crooked Billet" pub is just out of sight next to the "Hand in Hand". The latter establishment first opened during the 1850s as a bakery. Local residents were able to cook their mid-day meal in its giant oven, at a fee of two pence per customer. During the 1870s the proprietor, Mrs Holland, applied for a beer retailer's license and the premises became better known as a pub. |
