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Deptford backstreet locals, Blackheath village pubs, and Brockley real-ale bars. From long-established locals to busy borough-centre bars, drinking out in Lewisham reflects the wider Pub culture of London. Whether you want real ale, Pub food, or a quiet corner for a pint, Lewisham's best hostelries are a fine introduction to the area.
116 Prince Street, Deptford, SE8 3JD
A proper backstreet local with a warm welcome, well-kept ales, and a loyal community crowd far from the tourist trail.
18 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath, SE3 0BT
A Blackheath village Pub with a beer garden, cask ales, and a relaxed crowd below the heath.
65 Brookmill Road, St Johns, SE8 4UH
A St Johns local with rotating craft beers, Pub food, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
318 Lewisham High Road, SE13 6LE
A Lewisham High Road Pub with live music, cask ale, and a lively weekend crowd.
316 New Cross Road, SE14 6AF
A New Cross gastropub with craft beer, a big garden, and a crowd mixing Goldsmiths students and locals.
46 Deptford Church Street, SE8 4RZ
A Deptford riverside Pub with Thames views, Pub food, and a relaxed crowd near the ferry.
97 Lewisham Way, New Cross, SE14 6LJ
A New Cross local near Goldsmiths with cask ale, a compact bar, and a steady student and local mix.
13 Forest Hill Road, Forest Hill, SE22 0RR
A Forest Hill corner Pub with a beer garden, Pub food, and a loyal south-east London following.
319 Stanstead Road, Forest Hill, SE23 1JB
A Forest Hill local with well-kept real ale, a warm welcome, and one of the best Pub atmospheres in the area.
176 Blackheath Hill, SE10 8DE
A Victorian corner Pub on Blackheath Hill with polished wood, Pub food, and a loyal local following.