The Hand & Marigold, Bermondsey, SE1

I can't remember where I heard about this pub; I had written the name and postcode on a scrap of paper with a view to including it on a future visit south of the Thames. There was a group of five or six people behaving like they were regulars, who very kindly parted to make room for me by the four hand pumps as I approached. It turns out that one was the proud father of the man who was pouring my beers, and the others friends joining him in celebratory mood. I went for the two Nelson themed beers, of which the son behind the bar claimed at least part authorship - Nelsons Revenge 3.9% (with Nelson sauvin hops and brewed at Elusive) and Trafalgar 3.8% (brewed at Otherworld and named after the pub in Wimbledon, whose anniversary was being celebrated). The first named was NBSS 4 and the other was just a bit too frothy for that, but was still a nice drink; both were £5 a pint. The previous reviewers have described this place well, and I would certainly be happy to return, though I think I might have to look up the bus routes as the walk here from either Borough or London Bridge tube station would be pretty unpleasant if it was raining. On this sunny day it was pleasant and enjoyable, as was the whole pub experience.