National Westminster Bank

The National Westminster Bank is a notable example of vernacular revival architecture, designed to resemble a medieval open hall. It features pegged close-studded timber framed construction set on a stone plinth, topped with a split stone roof. The building consists of three bays, with a two-bay banking hall that is open to the roof, while the offices are located in a storeyed bay to the west. The main entrance is situated in the east gable.

On the south elevation, there are two prominent gables above full-height, three-tier wood mullioned and transomed windows, each with a canted central section. The gables project slightly and are adorned with vine-scroll decoration on the bargeboards and pendant finials. The date of the building is inscribed on a moulded timber panel where the two gables meet, as well as on an enriched rainwater head. The western bay, which contains the offices, features small-paned, three-light casement windows on each floor.

The entrance facing east includes a four-centred archway leading to the central doorway, with a mullioned and transomed oriel window supported by brackets above it. A three-tier mullioned and transomed window is located in a short rear wing to the right. Additionally, a pentice roof supported by raking brackets covers a passageway that connects the bank to the adjacent Harp Hotel.

Inside, the banking hall is open to the roof, showcasing exposed tie beams supported by raking braces, along with a richly decorated plaster panelled ceiling featuring vine-scroll motifs. The interior also includes oak dado panelling and a panelled counter.