The Ship

The Ship in Wandsworth, positioned alongside the River Thames, has a centuries-long reputation for paranormal activity linked to its maritime heritage. The pub dates back to the 18th century when it served river workers, sailors, and those involved in the busy Thames trade. Staff and customers have reported encounters with spectral figures believed to be connected to the river’s darker history.

The most commonly reported phenomena include the apparition of a drowned sailor, seen dripping wet near the riverside entrance, and the ghost of a woman in period dress who appears to be searching for someone along the riverbank. Witnesses describe an overwhelming sense of sadness associated with the female spirit, with some psychics suggesting she may be waiting for a sailor who never returned home.

Inside the pub, cold spots appear without explanation, particularly in the older sections of the building. Glasses have been known to move on their own, and staff have reported hearing footsteps and voices when the building is closed. The river ghosts are said to be most active during foggy nights, when the veil between past and present seems particularly thin. The Ship’s haunted reputation has been documented for over a century, making it one of Wandsworth’s most paranormally active locations.