The Pelton Arms, Greenwich, SE10

Dating from the mid-19th century, this is a fabulous backstreet pub, with recently uncovered green glazed tiling, the Nag’s Head name seemingly remaindered from its use in Only Fools and Horses. It’s very well described below, atmospheric, lots of knickknacks, breweriana and a raised area for a band (with dartboard), which struck up at 9.00pm on my Saturday visit. Customers are a mixed bunch, some very local, many genteel and undoubtedly some students, the place packed out, with many eating and all making for a great atmosphere. There were around eight pumps, most clipped (one with Pride) but others I couldn’t read due to the sheer number of bar blockers, me espying Twickenham’s Summer Ale (£2.80 a half), in great nick served by an absolutely charming smiley landlady. More pumps could have been clipped and the Pride could have been ditched, but otherwise this is a must-visit boozer; Lovely Jubbly!