The Black Dog Pub Company — Local services in London

The pub was originally called the Spread Eagle and Crown. It was built in the 1780s on the site of an even older sixteenth-century pub. ​Renaming and Connection to the Mayflower: The pub was renamed "The Mayflower" to celebrate the ship chartered by the Pilgrim Fathers, which sailed from Rotherhithe to America in 1620. Captain Christopher Jones, the captain of the Mayflower, lived in the neighborhood and is buried in St. Mary's Church across the street. ​Mooring Point: The pub is located near the historic mooring point of the Mayflower ship. Some sources suggest Captain Jones moored the ship there to avoid paying taxes. ​Mayflower Mania: In the late 19th and 20th centuries, with waves of "Mayflower mania," existing places and buildings with a connection to the story, like this pub, were renamed to commemorate the voyage. The pub was renamed The Mayflower in 1957, coinciding with the launch of the Mayflower II replica. ​Historical Features: It's said that some of the ship's original timbers are incorporated into the pub's structure. ​Unique License: The Mayflower pub is the only pub in the UK licensed to sell US and UK postage stamps, a nod to its seafaring history when sailors could buy a pint and a stamp. ​Descendants Book: Visitors who can prove a connection to the original pilgrims can ask to see and sign the Mayflower...

Had a lovely lunch at the Mayflower on Saturday. Artichoke and cauliflower soup, and belly pork with black sausage. Both exceptionally good. Great service too, and such a special quirky place, steeped in history. Fabulous...

Amazing!!! Disappointed we didn't get to eat THE curry today!!! But the dishes we had were divine!!! Deep fried camembert Pan fried cod Fish and chips

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