Building record 1160/0/426 - The Old Bank, St Giles' Square

Formerly Barclays Bank, originally the Stamford and Spalding Bank, constructed in 1888 by Charles Dorman.

{1} Former Barclays Bank, originally the Stamford and Spalding Bank, built by Charles Dorman in 1888. In a Classical style with Ionic pilasters, round-arched windows and two Palladian doorways. The three-bay adjoining extension to the north was constructed by Rex Bryan & Pennock in 1971.

{2} This was formerly the location of the Gaoler's/Governor's house and entrance to the Gaol constructed in the mid-19th century.

{3} Restored painted sign on the east-facing elevation of the three-storey stone building at 4-5 St Giles Square. The sign comprises white capital lettering on a dark green background and bears the inscription 'THE OLD BANK PUBLIC HOUSE ALES. GINES. WHISKEYS'. The painted background has been finished with a mottled wet-on-wet effect. The sign is highly legible and survives in restored condition. The building has a tiled roof and is currently in use as a public house, having formerly served as a bank. The building was originally constructed in 1888 for the Stamford and Spalding Bank to the designs of Charles Dorman, later becoming a branch of Barclays Bank. The restored sign reflects the building's later conversion to licensed premises under the name The Old Bank Public House.

<1> Bailey, B, Pevsner, N, and Cherry, B, 2013, The Buildings of England: Northamptonshire, p. 450 (Book). SNN111989.

<2> Anon, 1847, The History Of The Town Of Northampton: With An Account Of Its Public Buildings And Institutions, Eminent Men, Members Of Parliament, p. 57-8 (Book). SNN113395.

<3> Project volunteers and MOLA, 2026, Ghosts of Industry record forms (Digital archive). SNN117091.

Record last edited

Sep 28 2026 2:59PM