Paula continues her Black and White Sunday this week with the theme of ‘Structure’. I took this photo a few weeks ago, when I was showing my friend some of the historic sites in Exeter. This building dating from the early 15th century, was once the Merchant’s House, but is now commonly known as the House that Moved.
There’s an excellent article here, written by the very knowledgeable local historian, David Cornforth, that explains the name. On the right hand side of the page is another link, to a short film from the BBC archives, a great piece of history that would throw today’s health and safety officers into a real panic.
Lucid Gypsy 
What an amazing story. Salvation where now you’d probably get hung-ho destruction. And what engineering skill. Reporter sounded as if he was hoping for a disaster – moving house seems to me as dramatic as runaway house would’ve been. Your photo is a beauty.
Great image, Gilly….and what a story!
Superb photo Gilly, love it in black and white.
Your photo could be featured in a magazine! Nice.
Superb photo Gilly. And quite a story! I know of timber and stone structures that have been dismantled and re-erected elsewhere, but have never heard of a house that has been lifted and placed on another spot quite like that….mouse and all!! 🙂
That is a magnificent photo, Gilly!
Thank you for the link. What an extraordinary effort to move the house. Well documented. 🙂
The house worth saving. A wonderful idea and impressive execution. So pleased you have shared this, Gilly. Thank you so much.
Wow what a great shot! The building is amazing .. so pleased that they opted to save and move it! 😃
Missed this one hon! It looks positively Dickensian xx