A grade II listed farmhouse pub has closed to the public for an extensive refurbishment.
The Larkshall, in Larkshall Road, Chingford, closed yesterday as work began to give the 120-year-old pub a facelift.
Dating back to 1890, the Waltham Forest heritage site is Chingford's oldest surviving pub-converted farmhouse and still contains timber frames dating back to the late 16th century.
The pub will be re-painted inside and out and decorated with new fittings and furniture, including a new patio beer garden.
Workmen are set to complete the £250,000 refurbishment in 10 days for the grand re-opening on December 12.
General manager Scott Bailey, 25, hopes the new look pub which will retain many of its original features, will stengthen the local economy and community ties.
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