The Post Office

The Post Office and former lock-up, located at the end of a row in Northleach, dates from the 17th and mid-18th centuries, with development occurring in several phases. The main body of the building is constructed of limestone rubble, with twin-gabled extensions projecting towards the front. The front elevation is finished with coursed, finely dressed limestone, rendered above ground floor level. Ashlar stacks were replaced with brick. The building has a complex plan, featuring these projecting gabled extensions. A 20th-century shop front with glazing bars and a 20th-century door with glazing bars are visible on the front. Four 12-pane sash windows are located on the first floor; those illuminating the right-hand gable are paired. The attic is lit by 2-light casements with glazing bars. A keystone is present above the first-floor and attic windows of the left-hand gable. A projecting shop window, fitted with horizontal glazing bars, is situated on the left-hand return of the left-hand gable. An early plank door provides access to what was formerly a 'lock-up,' where stocks and a ducking stool were once stored; the door has a heavy-pegged frame and a lintel with an ogee curved soffit. Axial stacks are present. The interior has not been inspected.