The Viaduct Tavern, located in the City of London, was built in 1869 and stands as one of the last remaining Victorian gin palaces in the area. Situated near the Old Bailey, the tavern’s history is intertwined with the city’s judicial past. The building’s cellars are believed to have once been part of the infamous Newgate Prison, which housed criminals awaiting trial or execution.

Paranormal activity at the Viaduct Tavern has been reported for decades. Staff and patrons have experienced unexplained phenomena, particularly in the cellar area. One of the most well-known incidents occurred in 1996 when the landlord at the time was accidentally locked in the cellar. He reported feeling an unseen presence push him against the door, which suddenly opened on its own.

Another frequently reported occurrence is the sound of phantom footsteps echoing through the empty bar after closing time. Staff members have also described feeling watched and experiencing sudden cold spots in various parts of the building.

The ghost of a young girl has been seen on multiple occasions, particularly near the ladies’ restroom on the upper floor. Witnesses have described her as wearing Victorian-era clothing and appearing briefly before vanishing.

Objects in the bar have been known to move on their own, with bottles and glasses occasionally sliding across surfaces without explanation. Some staff members have reported hearing their names called when no one else was present.

The tavern’s location near the former Newgate Prison has led to speculation that some of the paranormal activity may be linked to the spirits of executed criminals or prisoners who perished in the harsh conditions of the old jail.