Albion Hotel reopens on Dean Street with new owner
New owner Francis May aims to reopen the 84-year-old Albion Hotel in late November after more than a year closed.
The Albion Hotel on Dean Street has remained closed for more than a year. New owner Francis May brings more than 10 years of hospitality experience from regional Victoria.
Francis May has committed to reopening in late November. The pub is now hiring staff including a specialty pizza chef for a new stone-baked pizza oven.
The unique rooftop bar, a drawcard for the venue, will remain open to customers. May is taking local input seriously.
He is consulting with community members and local tradies about what the venue should offer. The pub plans to run meat raffles on Friday nights to help local clubs fundraise.
- 84 years old
- Venue age
- Over 10 years in hospitality
- May's experience
- More than 1 year
- Closure duration
- Late November
- Reopening target
Why it mattersA long-closed community gathering spot and employment hub returns to the local hospitality scene.
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