The Clink Prison in London, located in Southwark, is one of England’s oldest and most notorious prisons. Its history dates back to 1144 when it was established by the Bishop of Winchester. The prison’s name eventually became synonymous with all jails, giving rise to the slang term “in the clink.”

Throughout its operation until 1780, the Clink housed a variety of inmates, including religious dissenters, debtors, and prostitutes. Conditions were notoriously harsh, with prisoners often subjected to torture and squalid living conditions. The prison’s location near brothels and theaters added to its infamy.

The Clink’s dark history has given rise to numerous ghost stories. One of the most frequently reported apparitions is that of a woman in a gray dress, believed to be a former prisoner. Visitors have claimed to hear her weeping and feel a cold presence near the old cells.

Another common sighting is of a male figure in clerical attire, thought to be the ghost of a Catholic priest imprisoned during the Reformation. Witnesses describe seeing him wandering the corridors before vanishing into thin air.

Some visitors have reported hearing the rattling of chains and the sound of footsteps when no one else is present. Others claim to have felt unseen hands touching them or experienced sudden drops in temperature.

The prison’s torture chamber is said to be a particular hotspot for paranormal activity. People have reported feeling overwhelming sensations of fear and despair in this area, with some claiming to hear screams and pleas for mercy echoing from the past.