Yes, it is true. There used to be an article giving quite a lot of details framed on the wall in the bar. I've also heard it mentioned on a BBC programme about British Jazz as well. Many years ago I used to sing folk music in there quite regularly, but the last time that I looked in, it was rather changed.

I still don't live that far away at Mottingham. What clubs do you frequent in the area ? - Dartford must be your nearest nowdays.