The discovery of a boot-shaped house hidden within the depths of a UK forest has sparked nostalgia for the classic nursery rhyme dating back to 1794. Urban explorers stumbled upon this unique find, resembling the tale of the old woman who lived in a shoe.
Covered in moss and surrounded by climbing vines, this forgotten property appears frozen in time, with nature slowly reclaiming it. The stone boot structure remains intact, although the worn wooden roof tells a different story of its age.
Peering through a window, explorers caught a glimpse of a collapsed interior, raising concerns about its safety for play or habitation. According to the Abandoned UK Facebook page, rumors suggest that a woman once resided within its walls back in the 1950s.
The boot has become overgrown with moss and leaves, as nature is reclaiming it. According to a recent Facebook post from the explorers, they came across the boot after an extensive search through the woods. It was located at the base of a steep cliff, requiring them to make a daring descent that felt like rock climbing at times. It is said that a woman resided in the boot during the 1950s.
The boot-shaped house hidden in the woods since the 1950s has a mysterious backstory. Fans of the unique home were reminded of the nursery rhyme about the woman who lived in a shoe. One commenter mentioned the classic tale, saying, “Is this where the ‘there was an Old woman who lives in a shoe’ tale from childhood comes from?” Another person speculated if the woman in the boot house had so many children that she didn’t know what to do, adding, “Great find, really love it.” A third individual expressed admiration for the home, saying, “That is absolutely amazing… It would be tough living in that, though.”
The building on the property has collapsed, according to reports.
One person speculated that the landlord may have evicted the woman living there.
The poem “The Little Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe” was originally penned by Mother Goose in 1794, but has evolved over time, as documented by the American Literature website.
In 1901, the final line of the poem was altered from a reference to discipline to a more positive approach of showing affection.
Contrary to some beliefs, there are those who argue that the structure was actually a part of a theme park and had never housed any residents before.
To safeguard it from vandals, Abandoned UK has chosen not to reveal the whereabouts of the boot-shaped house. Stay informed about the latest news by subscribing to one of our newsletters here. According to one user, the house was not inhabited and was related to a theme park. Another user mentioned that it was a remnant of a former resort where children used to play. The urban explorers at Abandoned UK always ensure to keep the locations of their discoveries confidential to prevent any potential damage.