Need to know
The Albert prides itself on being one of Liverpool’s most historic pubs and the “best pub on Lark Lane”
Everything you need to know:
- An iconic Liverpool pub, The Albert on Lark Lane, has temporarily closed for several weeks for updates. The venue has long been a central part of one of the city’s most popular streets and is well known for its historic character.
- The pub dates back to June 12, 1879, when it was commissioned by Thomas Gibson, Edward Jones, and Robert Cains. It features a distinctive Victorian Gothic exterior and is considered one of the most historic pubs in the area.
- Historical reports suggest The Albert may once have been used as a mortuary in the late 1800s, similar to another former nearby Masonic pub. It also once had ownership of a bowling green behind the building, which dates back to 1884.
- The bowling club associated with the site operated until the 1970s, adding to the pub’s long sporting and community heritage. Over the decades, it has remained a familiar landmark for locals and visitors alike.
- The venue is also remembered for its first-floor snooker tables, which once hosted pre-world championship matches. Famous snooker players were known to be regular visitors during its sporting heyday.
- The pub is due to reopen on Friday, May 22, with the team stating that things will look “a little different” on return. The announcement suggests that changes have been made during the temporary closure.
- The Albert describes itself as one of Liverpool’s most historic pubs and often promotes itself as the “best pub on Lark Lane”. It continues to offer a selection of craft beers, gins, and local brews as part of its identity.
