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This Grade II listed building was, until 1975, the Law Courts branch of the Bank of England and then a Bristol & West Building Society office. After a period of time as a Fuller's pub, latterly one of their Ale & Pie establishments, the lease reverted to owners McMullens in early 2019 and the pub is now directly managed by them.
The pub was given a refurbishment in early 2020 and, whereas the ornate high ceilings complete with chandeliers and the gallery beneath it were retained, the island bar was replaced with a modern metal work structure with similarly styled booths alongside. The rear courtyard now features a classic Routemaster bus, craned in during the McMullens refurb! This is used as a bar in fine weather.
The ale range is now entirely from the McMullen brewery, complemented by a menu offering typical pub grub.
There are three function areas but occasionally the whole pub may be booked out so do check before making a special visit.
Historic Interest
Grade II listed, Historic England entry 1192681. Includes No 1 Bell Yard. 1886, by Sir Arthur Blomfield. Vigorous, Italianate corner building. Basement of rough hewn grey granite. Portland stone above, with order of engaged Doric columns to ground storey and Ionic to 2 storeys above. Red granite columns to windows, those to ground storey of Venetian type, Corner pavilions with bracketed eaves cornice. Balustrade to area and crowning main building. Good ironwork to entrance in west pavilion. Small, lower wing to rear in Bell Yard.
Conversion
A Grade II-listed building from 1888 and the former premises of the Fleet Street branch of the Bank of England and then a building society office, sensitively refurbished. Murals reference the rich history of the area. Ornate high ceilings and chandeliers. Managed by McMullen's offering ales and meals. Closed Sundays.
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This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.
Old Bank Of England, London
Changing beers typically include: McMullen (seasonal)
Sports TV
Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals
Garden
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Function Room
Smoking
Wi Fi
Real Ale
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