Wheatsheaf Inn

The Wheatsheaf Inn is an inn from the mid-18th century that was altered and enlarged in the mid-19th century. It is constructed of squared stone and features a Welsh slate roof. The building has two storeys plus an attic and is symmetrical with three bays. There are two steps leading up to the central panelled double doors, which are framed by a moulded surround with a pulvinated frieze and a pediment. The windows are four-pane sashes with tooled wedge lintels and slightly projecting sills, except for the paired plate-glass sashes in the attic half dormers located in the end bays, along with a later roof dormer positioned between them. The gables are coped and feature moulded kneelers and finials at the ends and half dormers. Each return has twin stacks that include a moulded band and cornice. The rear wing has been altered and is not of special interest. The inn is noted for its contribution to the townscape, as it closes the vista at the end of Watling Street.