The Forbes Hotel is located on the corner of York Street and King Street. This heritage listed pub was designed by Sherrin and Hennessy architects and built in 1901 in the Federation Anglo Dutch style. Alterations to a design by M.E. Ross and Rowe were made in 1934. The building was extensively renovated in the late 1980s, when the upper floors were converted from bedrooms to restaurants and bars. The pub has been closed since 2017 and has been awaiting a new lease on life.
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Hotel building looks beautiful
ReplyDeleteI never understood the purpose of the little balcony...
ReplyDeleteI've had lunch there in the restaurant on the first floor. They often opened that door which provided a great full length view from that corner.
DeleteWhat an interesting building.
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What a shame this impressive building in a super corner position is still awaiting renovation.
ReplyDeleteThat is a shame, but maye a sign of the times.
ReplyDeleteThis is located in an area with a lot of other pubs, bars and restaurants so hopefully it will have a revival one day.
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