As seen from the High Street side this narrow passage between the shops retains much of its old character, and the windows with their wooden frames and mullions are worth notice.

The house on the left next to the Bank with its prominent bay windows was at one time the town house of a family named Langstone, and it was here that King Charles the First stayed and held his "Court" in 1644.

Almost opposite is a stately front of brick dating from the next century, of elegant proportions and with well-designed spouts.

Further down on the right side is a much renovated gabled building of timber, possessing a fine doorway of the fifteenth century with its massive door and wrought-iron hinges intact.

Almost next door is "The Crown," one of the old coaching inns with the courtyard opening on the street.