Woolwich is being transformed by a new development of flats on the site of the old munitions factory, and a brewery is at its heart. I hop on the 122 bus to visit Hop Stuff's leading light, the charming James Yeomans.

I travel to the marvellously-named, and noisy, Bohemia Place in Hackney, East London to ask Sam Smith about the story behind one of my favourite beers, and I'm surprised by what I find. I also fail to ask Sam if nominative determinism got him into the brewing business.

Another South East London beer (and cider) gem - a brewery-owned bar where you can sample and discuss great beers from all over the country, in a very welcoming environment.

The first Last Orders podcast visits a hidden gem in an old builders' yard in South East London where brewing and guerilla knitting meet, and we hear about the craft beer brewing process from an expert tutor.