Morpeth Arms, London

This popular corner pub, dating from 1846 and extended in 1890, faces the river near Vauxhall Bridge and is close to the Tate Britain gallery. It has been described as a decent, comfortable pub and one of the best in Pimlico.

Fine glasswork and some attractive slender scroll-topped columns together distinguish the main bar, which is carpeted and furnished with a mixture of high tables with stools and dining tables and chairs. There is a CCTV link to the ghost-inhabited former prison transfer cells in the cellar to demand one's constant attention for fear of missing an appearance!

To the rear, a single high table occupies the snug, whilst upstairs, the appropriately fitted-out Spying Room, with its view of the MI6 Building across the river, is quiet and comfortable. Note the majestic Bass mirror. Outside, at both front and side, are railed-in seating areas. Blankets and hot-water bottles are available in cold weather.

Three or more ales from Young's are supplemented by one or two others predominantly from local breweries. A brunch menu is offered until 12 noon, Monday to Saturday (and hopefully soon also on Sundays), with a full menu thereafter.