The Pelton Arms, Greenwich, SE10

This charming traditional pub is located in a peaceful backstreet a few minutes from Maze Hill train station and is easily reached from Greenwich by following the Thames path eastwards. The L-shaped interior has wooden floor and wall panelling and warm coloured paintwork which combine to create a cosy and atmospheric feel. There is a mixture of furniture throughout the room, with standard tables and chairs giving way to large leather sofas and finally big armchairs around the fireplace at the rear. The corner of the room has a small stage which is apparently put to regular use by the live music acts that perform here every weekend. A dartboard and more surprisingly, a bar billiards table are provided as well as the ubiquitous upright piano. Being a lovely summer's day we decided to sit outside and were pleased to find a lovely, well tended garden out the back, with a small decked area leading to the main garden which was full of plants and had some nice seats and benches to pick from. Malden Man's wish of a better selection of cask ale seems to have come true, as I was treated to the sight of 8 hand pumps which offered up Wells Bombardier, Greene King IPA, Sambrooks Wandle, Adnam's Lighthouse, Nethergate 3.9, Shep's Spitfire, Castle Rock Preservation Ale and something called 'The Governor' which I tried and later found out to be the beer brewed by celebrity chef Marco Pierre White for his new pub venture. Whilst this wasn't the greatest beer I've ever had, it was at least well kept and served by a very pleasant young lady behind the bar. I found a lot to admire about this pub and imagine it will have a loyal local following. Getting to the pub requires a bit of effort as it's not the sort of place you're likely to pass too often, but I was certainly glad I sought in out and would be happy to make a return visit sometime soon.

Rather quiet back street boozer, notice on the door now says closed 3-5 Mon-Thurs. Large L shaped room, clean and comfortable. Unfortunately the only cask ale on yesterday evening was GK IPA. There are 3 handpumps though. Lots of old photos including one of the pub with a tiled exterior under the sign for Lion Brewery Ales. The street and pub seem to be named after Pelton Mine/Pit, think its in Durham? I do like this place and feel it could thrive if a good selection of cask ale was offered.