Windermere Public House

The Windermere Public House, built around 1938 by an unknown designer, is a notable example of a 20th-century suburban pub. It features a brown brick exterior with a tiled roof. The main entrance faces north and is highlighted by a central shaped gable above four matching first-floor windows, with three ground-level windows to the right of the door. On either side of the entrance, there are double doors set within red brick surrounds with overlights, and single windows beside them. The first floor has long windows arranged in a pattern of 1-3-1. The east and west sides of the building are nearly identical, with continuous rows of windows on both floors; the east side has a blind arch rising into the gable, while the west side features a blind panel with a pair of windows in the gable.

Inside, the pub retains many original features, including panelling, veneer-covered or glazed doors, bar fronts with foot rests, a mirrored behind-bar counter, and decorative plasterwork. There are three bars: a public bar facing Windermere Avenue, a saloon bar to the north, and a lounge at the rear to the south. The lounge is particularly well-preserved, while the saloon bar includes a tiled fireplace surround adorned with decorative tiles depicting windmills and a gable-shaped mirror above it. The public bar has a more traditional design compared to the other two bars.

Historically, the Windermere Public House was likely designed for the Courage brewery by a staff architect. It stands out as a well-preserved example of a 1930s suburban public house, showcasing many original decorative features. Designed in the Dutch style, it combines Art Deco and historicist elements, reflecting the efforts of breweries at the time to create appealing drinking establishments for a growing suburban clientele.