The Ten Bells
The Ten Bells pub in Spitalfields, London, has a dark history intertwined with the infamous Jack the Ripper murders of 1888. Originally established in the 18th century, the pub gained notoriety due to its connection to two of the Ripper’s victims, Annie Chapman and Mary Jane Kelly. Chapman was reportedly seen drinking at the Ten Bells shortly before her murder, while Kelly frequented the establishment and may have solicited customers there.
The pub’s paranormal reputation stems from several reported ghostly encounters. Staff and patrons have claimed to see the apparition of a Victorian-era man dressed in a long black coat, believed by some to be Jack the Ripper himself. Others have reported sensing an oppressive atmosphere and feeling unexplained cold spots within the building.
One of the most frequently reported phenomena is the ghost of Annie Chapman. Witnesses have described seeing a woman in Victorian-era clothing appearing suddenly and then vanishing. Some have also reported hearing disembodied footsteps and experiencing objects moving on their own.
Another spirit said to haunt the Ten Bells is that of a former landlord’s baby who allegedly died on the premises. Staff members have reported hearing the cries of an infant coming from empty rooms, particularly in the early morning hours.
The pub’s upper floors, which were once used as lodging houses, are said to be particularly active with paranormal activity. Visitors have reported feeling watched, hearing unexplained noises, and experiencing sudden temperature drops in these areas.
Address
The Ten Bells, 84 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LY, United KingdomCommercial Street
E1 6LY London, England,