Heritage

Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

纳尔逊勋爵酿酒酒店

Est. 1841
19 Kent St, The Rocks NSW 2000

About This Location

William Wells, described as a 'raconteur, highway robber and reformed bootlegger,' built the Lord Nelson in 1841 as his primary residence and established Australia's oldest pub brewery on the site. A former convict turned gentleman publican, Wells transformed from criminal to respected businessman, creating a legacy that has poured award-winning ales for over 180 years. The Lord Nelson remains Sydney's oldest continually licensed hotel, still brewing beer on-site using techniques that span nearly two centuries of continuous operation.

Then & Now

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Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel
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Did You Know?

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Sydney's oldest continually licensed pub (1841)

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Home to Australia's oldest pub brewery

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Brewing on-site for over 180 years

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Built by Irish stonemason James Dempsey

Plan Your Visit

Hours

11am - 11pm daily

Admission

Free

Official Website

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-33.8608, 151.2061

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