The Mayflower, Rotherhithe, SE16

Must visit pub, for those with an interest in history. Story well told - from this site the Mayflower set sail for American in 1620. The captain is buried in the churchyard opposite. The pub is completely old world. Leaded windows, door to the. A bottom bar full of nick nacks and nautical pictures. An upstairs terrace for dining. Low ceiling and lighting make you think you are in any century since the mayflower set sail. Greene King house. Around four handpulls from independent breweries - Redemption Hopspur in reasonable condition. Cheese board looked intriguing.

A wonderful old atmospheric tick box pub in the backstreets of Rotherhithe. Inside is a tight, L shaped layout with much in the way of 17th century olde worlde charm (leaded windows, fireplaces, wooden beams etc many of which are good reproduction – the pub was rebuilt in the mid 1800’s and then again after being bombed during the war), and oodles of nautical ephemera everywhere, more than you can possibly take in on a single visit. Atmospherically dark and low-lit inside, there are a few nooks and crannies to find a seat in and pretend it’s 1719 rather 2019. However it gets very crowded, and atmospheric can turn to claustrophobic very quickly here at certain times of day I’d imagine. To the outside rear is a large area of covered decking with river views. Five ales on the go, I sampled the Old Dairy Green Hop (NBSS 4), Oakham Bishops Farewell (3) and one from Bexley (2.5). If you’re in the area this is a must-visit. 8.5

Lovely old pub backing on to the Thames,beers on were Mayflower Session IPA,Twickenham Naked Ladies,St Austell Tribute and an exceptionally good Kent Citra, plus Old Rosie Cider. A bit busy Sunday lunchtime With people dining but didn't detract from the pub.