Today, prince alfred park is a public recreational space bounded by church and market streets, victoria road and marist place. One of the last remaining pubs to have sections of the pub divided by panels with doors. The prince alfred, a locals favourite in maida vale since 1856. The prince alfred, 5a formosa street, maida vale, london. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Please use the form below to submit feedback or updates directly to the camra branch for consideration. Prince alfred of great britain 17801783, fourteenth child of george iii of the united kingdom prince alfred, maida vale, london pub disambiguation page providing links to topics that could be referred to by the same search term. Maida vale is a residential district comprising the northern part of paddington in west london, west of st johns wood and south of kilburn. He was the first member of the royal family to tour the colonies that became the commonwealth of australia and he was the first assassination target in australia. Prince alfred, duke of edinburgh, duke of saxecoburg and. The youngest son prince alfred was born at windsor castle on 22 september 1780, the ninth and youngest son of george iii and queen charlotte.
Either the prince alfred is exceptional, or maida vale is gastronomically barren. The first students commenced at prince alfred college in 1869. If youre familiar with the exuberant gin palace interior of the princess louise in holborn, then this. Local history, fictional characters, art, kunst, fantasy characters, sanat. Prince alfred formosa street 1960s paddington london, london. Located just minutes from the picturesque canals of little venice and steeped in history, the beautiful pub is unique with an eclectic twist with its. Patrons who visited the prince alfred pub in londons affluent maida vale district over the last few days experienced a unique encounter with fredan ultrarealistic robot fred was built by the engineered arts robotics company over a 12week period in anticipation of the release of the second season of westworld, a scifi tv show about a westernthemed amusement park populated by. Family history, stephen thomas, maida vale, victorian london, london photos, london life, west london. Vintage book covers vintage books vintage ads scotland tours scottish islands going on a trip beautiful book covers europe vintage travel posters. Founded in 1933 the rpa museum is dedicated to collecting, recording and preserving the cultural heritage of one australias largest hospitals the royal prince alfred hospital. The prince alfred, castellain road stephen thomas, st mary magdalene church, maida. The englishmans suit a personal view of its history, its. The arrangements at the prince alfred, maida vale, probably refitted c.
The prince alfred photos, pictures of the prince alfred. Maida vale may be londons best running neighborhood. Very convenient for pre and postcinema at the everyman but also a. The vanishing faces of the traditional pub brewery history society. Our walk takes us through the welltodo streets of maida vale down to the well known little venice canal basin, finishing with a short walk along the grand union canal.
Christmas wreath making workshop maida vale, london. The englishmans suit a personal view of its history, its place in the world today, its future and the accessories which support it book. Overhung with trees and lined with houseboats, little venice is one of the prettiest places on the london canal network. We welcome the help of all users to contribute to this important campaigning project. Handsome white stucco mansions and canalside views make this area maida vales most desirable enclave. Prince alfred college was named after prince alfred during his visit to adelaide in 1867.
Adjoining the traditional pub is the modern, minimalist dining room which offers english to european dishes, all freshly prepared and cooked to order. The school has attracted many royal visitors since its foundation, including queen elizabeth ii and prince philip in 1954. Gregory prince alfred, the duke of edinburgh left, was noted for two significant events in the history of australia. Alfred was one of the four sons of queen victoria and her husband prince albert.
The prince alfred is a joy of latevictorian craftsmanship, all mahogany and etched glass. With many original features, such as the glass snob screens to give drinkers privacy and the ornate textured ceiling and brightly coloured. Prince alfred the naval officers club of australia. The prince alfred is a grade ii listed public house at 5a formosa street, maida vale, london, w9. If this pub were in the centre of town, it would be included in every single tourist guide. Open to the public and free of charge, the museum showcases. On 12th march, 1868, while attending a picnic at clontarf beach on middle harbour, prince alfred was shot by an irishaustralian, henry james ofarrell, who claimed to be a fenian. Profile prince alfred 22 september 1780 20 august 1782 was the fourteenth child of george iii and queen charlotte who died in infancy.
The prince agreed to the request to name the college in his honour, a departure from the proposed name of wesley college, and for a short time it was known as prince alfred wesleyan college. Pubs in maida vale and little venice these are the best pubs in the area as voted for by londonist readers. Along with his military career, from 18631865, prince alfred studied at the university of edinburgh, and the university of bonn. He was christened on 21 october 1 in the great council chamber at st james palace by the archbishop of. An excellent range of seasonallybased dishes, coupled with delightful and efficient service in a spacious, comfortable and relaxed ambience made the prince alfred an ideal choice for dinner in maida vale. The prince alfred has been on queensway since 1851 which is far longer than anyone can remember, and has become a firm favourite for local residents and tourists alike.
With his future role as duke of saxecoburg and gotha in mind, in 1865 alfred purchased a palace in coburg, just across the square from. Located just minutes from the picturesque canals of little venice and steeped in history, the beautiful pub is unique with an eclectic twist with its beautiful victorian interior, classic and yet contemporary food and stand out drinks. Book a table for 4 or more and receive a round of bloody marys on us. The prince alfred, castellain road prince alfred maida vale see more. I knew i had found my favorite part of london, the second i found castellain road. Property data for 96 prince alfred parade, newport, nsw 2106. Prince alfred college pac is one of australias best known boys schools with a history dating back to 1867, when prince alfred, the duke of edinburgh, the second son of queen victoria, laid the foundation stone and consented to his name being used for this new school. The area is mostly residential, and mainly affluent, with many large late victorian and edwardian blocks of mansion flats. You can use the additional services filter to find pubs offering takeoutsdeliveries during this time prince alfred. If youre familiar with the exuberant gin palace interior of the princess louise in holborn.
Known for a victorian pub which was designed to have separate drinking areas for those belonging to different social classes. Prince alfred college the australian independent schools. The prince alfred a locals favourite in maida vale since 1856 and located just minutes from picturesque canals of little venice and warwick avenue tube station, our beautiful pub boasts victorian history and craftsmanship with an eclectic twist. History and heritage prince of wales 351 harrow road see more.
The first royal visit to australia by prince alfred, duke of edinburgh, second son of queen victoria was marred by an attack on the prince. We may add to the section over time, so let us know in the comments below if you feel. This is a very worthwhile trail around some of londons most important pub interiors. Prince alfred park, parramatta the dictionary of sydney. Viewranger maida vale, little venice and canalside. It is on the campaign for real ales national inventory of historic pub interiors. Alfred, duke of edinburgh 6 august 1844 30 july 1900 prince alfred, the fourth child and second son of queen victoria and albert of saxecoburggotha, the prince consort, was born at windsor castle and was second in the line of succession behind his elder brother, albert edward, prince of wales. Maida vale is the location where most of the action takes place in dial m for murder, both the 1954 alfred hitchcock film, and the original play written by frederick knott. Mail us po box 571 kent town, south australia 5071.
The prince alfred, 5a formosa street, maida vale, london, w9 1ee, venue info. London has few buildings from before 1650 due to the great fire, many other parts of. This site is intended as a guide to the principal shops. Photos of the prince alfred, formosa street, maida vale, london. Im hoping its the former as we sashay in, already impressed by the building. Near the picturesque canals of little venice, the prince alfred pub looks like a relic of dickensian london.
Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. In the colonial era, though, it was known as the gaol green and the hanging green the site of parramattas first two gaols, courtordered punishments and executions. The prince alfred the prince alfred, a locals favourite in maida vale since 1856. View sold price history for this house and research neighbouring property values in newport, nsw 2106. Danielle woodward steps back in time in this victorian pub and restaurant in maida vale. From the outside its grand and victorian, inside we are led to a large, plush dining room which. The prince alfred has been on queensway since 1851 which is far longer than anyone can remember, and. Visit us prince alfred college 23 dequetteville terrace kent town, south australia entrance off parade west. Only the thoughts of a pint at the prince alfred pushed me forward. History of prince alfred pass posted on march 10, 2014 far removed from the convenience of fast cars and tarred roads, navigating a wagon to and from one town to another in 1857 over mountainous and rocky land, could be treacherous, often resulting in loss of valuable time, oxen and in some instances even human lives. Due to the recent events regarding covid19, please be aware that pub opening hours and meal times may not be accurate.
Located just minutes from the picturesque canals of little venice and steeped in history, the beautiful pub is unique with an eclectic twist with its beautiful victorian interior, classic and yet. Prince alfred, duke of edinburgh, duke of saxecoburggotha child and second son of queen victoria and prince albert alfred ernest albert saxecoburg and gotha, and last duke of edinburgh was born on 6 august 1844 at windsor castle and died july 1900 of throat cancer. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. It was built in 1856 and retains its original snob screens. Specifically there are numerous references to the maida vale police who investigate the murder. Showcasing the rich heritage of its surrounds, the prince alfred has been maida vales favourite neighbourhood haunt since 1856. The prince alfred menu, menu for the prince alfred, maida. Prince alfred, maida vale one of the most distinctive features of the handsome prince alfred pub in maida vale is the panelled dividers which you have to. The prince alfred pictures, the prince alfred photos. The prince alfred in little venice, london, is a victorian gem, says. Westway overpass and the adjacent mansion blocks of maida vale.