The Mayflower, Wapping

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This is probably the most famous pub on the River and rightly so. The Mayflower is named after the ship that set sail from a nearby quay in 1620, bearing the Pilgrim Fathers to America. At the time there already was a pub on this site - the Shippe - which was rebuilt in the 18th century and renamed the Spread Eagle and Crown. The pub's current name is much more recent (1957) when it was renamed in honour of its historic associations after the pub was refurbished. Captain Christopher Jones, captain of the Mayflower, is buried in an unmarked grave in the church across the road - he died a shortly after his return from America, a little over a year after the Mayflower first sailed. And there's more - the Fighting Temeraire was broken up at the nearby Beatson's ship breaking yard and some of its timbers now constitute the communion table and chairs in the church. History aside, this pub would be on any pub aficionado's itinerary - it's a wonderful old place, exactly the image you conjure up when someone talks about a traditional English pub. With its oak beams, wooden panelling, real fires, a jetty outside to enjoy views of the river all accompanied by Greene King ales and decent pub grub, the Mayflower fits the picture perfectly. Of course, it is so well known that it's inevitably popular in high summer (with prices that match its popularity), but at quieter times, it's a tranquil place to enjoy a pint or two and soak in the historic atmosphere of the area.
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31 Jul 2011
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Visited lunchtime 30th July 2011. Great pub. Sat out by the river in the sunshine watching the boats go by. Ordered two pork pies and got two cottage cheese pies by mistake. Owner apologised profusely and offered to replace but as we had eaten most, we gratefully accepted his gracious offer of two free pints as consolation. I love this pub. Been there many times in years gone by and will never tire of it. Take friends and visitors there. The riverside seating is magic.
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06 Mar 2010
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Excellent pub that serves excellent pints of Greene King.



Being from New Orleans, I found it amusing to see a "Cajun chicken sandwich" and "New Orleans fillet of beef" on the menu. I have no idea what a "New Orleans fillet of beef" is...
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117 Rotherhithe Street, Rotherhithe, London, SE16 4NF

020 7237 4088
http://www.themayflowerrotherh...
MayflowerPub

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11am - 11pm Mon - Sat
12pm - 10.30pm Sunday
Please check opening times with the pub before making a special journey.
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Quiz night - quiz night Tuesday

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Rotherhithe Tube station (orange line) Turn left out of the tube and then first left again down Railway Avenue, you'll see the pub just past the Brunel Engine House Museum.

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Overview

The Mayflower is a cool and unique pub in Rotherhithe Village just 2 minutes from Rotherhithe Station. The bar is classically warm and cosy with French doors opening out onto a deck over the Thames. The upstairs restaurant and bar are ideal for private parties up to 60 people, with stunning views of the river Thames.

 

We serve high quality food along with well kept real ales and an eclectic range of thoughtfully chosen wines, all at sensible prices.
We also provide blankets and hot water bottles for your comfort on those colder nights if you want to soak up the riverside atmosphere in the cold.

 

See you soon,
Paul and the Team

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An excellent menu, superb daily chef specials, cosy atmosphere, riverside location with fantastic views over the Thames, Cheese menu with choice of 10 cheeses, 4 real ales, eclectic range of thoughtfully chosen wines all at sensible prices.

Paul and the team took over in June 2011 and have done a marvellous job to create a cosy, inviting and cool environment with top notch food. Feedback has been positive from both locals and tourists alike and word of mouth is spreading about this great riverside pub. Come and join in the popular Tuesday night quiz, dine in the upstairs restaurant, or enjoy a drink on the jetty over the Thames.