Aces & Eights, Tufnell Park

Local listing:- Late 19th century former bank (now a bar) at apex of junction of Fortess Road and Brecknock road. Red brick with contrasting stuccoed detailing including fluted pilasters, and window architraves. Canted corner facing the junction has pediment over first floor window; Last bay on Brecknock road (225) was formerly a carriage entrance at ground floor to a small yard at the rear, evidenced by the granite setted vehicle crossover. The block has been well maintained at upper levels particularly, and the roof scape remains intact with small dormers over each bay; some signage and shopfronts at street level are less sympathetic to the block’s character. Fine Victorian architecture, important landmark contribution to townscape.