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Overview

The Albert Pub building in Victoria, London SW1.

Built between 1845-1852 and originally known as "The Blue Coat Boy".

In June 1862 the freehold was purchased by the Artillery Brewery in Victoria Street from the Dean & chapter of Westminster for the sum of £978, it was then a workshop and two adjoining cottages.

The property was rebuilt between 1865-1867 and renamed "The Albert".

The renowned Carvery Restaurant on the first floor is frequented by British Royalty, Cabinet Ministers, and Parliamentarians of note. The latter being recalled to Parliament by means of "Division Bell", featured in the restaurant.

The ground floor bar features the original Victorian hand-cut windows, together with gas lighting.

2020 March - The freehold building is sold for £15,240,000.

References:
1. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
2. Pubs pubs.com