The Albert Pub And Restaurant
This extraordinary pub was built in 1864 and endured both the Blitz and redevelopment in the sixties. The Albert in all its grand Victorian architecture stands tall and proud amongst all its more modern neighbours. Originally this site was for a pub called the Bluecoat Boy, but later changed hands and the pub was named in honour of Queen Victoria`s husband, the Prince Albert.
The style of the bar is typical of the Victorian era. From its etched cut glass windows, which in times gone by were to hide what was going on inside from children`s eyes to its heavy, mahogany hard wood bar. A large ornate clock is mounted above the bar telling you just how late you are and how time flys when you are having a good time.
In the centre of the large, open plan lower bar is a main staircase which leads to the first floor carvery restaurant displays portraits of British Prime Ministers who have visited the pub, The pub is also popular with tourists, professionals, locals and chelsea pensioners.
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