The Llandoger Trow is a historic pub located on King Street in Bristol, England. Built in 1664, it is one of the oldest buildings in the city and has a rich history intertwined with maritime legends and ghostly tales. The pub’s name comes from a type of Welsh fishing boat called a “trow” and the village of Llandogo in Wales.

The building’s architecture features distinctive timber framing and gabled roofs, reflecting its 17th-century origins. It is said to have inspired Robert Louis Stevenson’s Admiral Benbow Inn in “Treasure Island,” as the author reportedly visited the pub during his time in Bristol.

Over the centuries, the Llandoger Trow has accumulated numerous ghost stories. One of the most prominent is the spirit of a young boy with a limp, believed to be the result of an accident or illness. Visitors and staff have reported seeing this apparition on the stairs and in various rooms of the building.

Another frequently encountered spirit is that of an elderly man, often seen sitting at a table in the bar area. Some patrons have claimed their drinks were moved or knocked over by an unseen force, attributed to this ghostly figure.

The pub’s maritime connections have led to reports of phantom sailors frequenting the establishment. Witnesses have described seeing men in old-fashioned naval attire appearing and disappearing within the building.

Unexplained footsteps, door slamming, and the sound of children’s laughter have been reported when the building was empty. Some staff members have experienced a sense of being watched or followed while working alone in the pub.

The Llandoger Trow’s long history and numerous reported paranormal experiences have cemented its reputation as one of Bristol’s most haunted locations.