On Prince’s Square, the building has an impressive Victorian façade and original features throughout.
The project - which will see the venue relaunched as a ‘warm, characterful local pub’ - is being led by the trio behind Julie’s relaunch in 2024: owner Tara MacBain, chef patron Owen Kenworthy, and general manager Rupert Walsh.
Owen – whose CV includes Ed Wilson’s Brawn, Chris Galvin’s Bistrot De Luxe, and most recently Notting Hill gastropub The Pelican – has created a menu that honours the spirit of a classic British pub alongside ‘the ingredient-led precision for which he is known’, with a focus on seasonal British produce and elevated pub classics.
Expect refined bar snacks, seasonal pies, fish and chips, rotisserie and grill-led dishes, and a Sunday roast.
The drinks programme will centre on ‘impeccably pulled pints’ from independent and heritage breweries, classic cocktails and a concise wine list.
The interiors are designed by Rosanna Bossom, who also worked on Julie’s.
The Prince Edward’s original architectural features will be restored and complemented by warm timber, layered textures, and heritage tones, creating “a space that feels timeless rather than themed.”
“The Prince Edward already has history, character, and a loyal local following. Our role is not to reinvent it beyond recognition, but to restore its heart,” MacBain says. “We want this to be a pub people use constantly – for morning coffee, midweek suppers, Sunday lunch, or a spontaneous glass of wine. Julie’s has always been about warmth, personality, and a sense of belonging. With The Prince Edward, we are bringing that same spirit to a true neighbourhood pub.”
The Prince Edward will be the second new venture MacBain has launched off the back of her success with Julie’s, with the former venture capitalist having already opened a Little Julie’s pop-up next door, which is set to go permanent later this year.