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Gallery: 6 of the Best...Properties with a portal to the past

The Old Courthouse, London W14

The Old School House...The Old Post Office...The Old Granary – often the only clue to a building's former life is its name. But occasionally you throw open a door and come face to face with a tangible reminder of times gone by. A jury box in a converted courtroom, perhaps, or ancient machinery still at the heart of a mill conversion.

If it’s original features you’re after, here are six of the best.