Haunted Underground London: Ghost Stories Beneath the City
- Desirae-Haunted Traverse
- 5 days ago
- 8 min read
London’s underground is more than a transportation system — it’s a layered maze of tunnels, abandoned stations, burial grounds, and forgotten corridors where history never truly left. Beneath the city’s streets lie places tied to plague pits, executions, and tragic deaths, making the Underground one of the most paranormally charged spaces in the world.
Below are some of London’s most haunted underground locations, paired with the ghost stories that continue to follow them. After exploring below ground, you’ll also find several haunted locations above ground — all within walking distance — where paranormal enthusiasts can explore more paranormal.
Haunted Underground London & Ghost Stories
This guide is designed to give you haunted underground locations and a few haunted locations within walking distance of each station. A simple, strategic guide to help plan a trip to haunted London. I am going to tackle hauntings two ways in this guide.
A. 5 Underground Stations sorted by Haunted Station and then a few haunted locations within walking distance.
B. Underground stations, which may or may not be haunted, with at least 2 haunted locations within walking distance of those stations.
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5 Haunted Metro Stations
Liverpool Street Station
Built near a mass plague burial pit where over 3000 Black Death victims remains were found, passengers and station personnel experience odd, cold sensations. A spirit of a man dressed in white overalls can be viewed on CCTV by staff while staff members are standing within arms reach of the spirit and not see it.
The Ten Bells Pub
This pub is tied in its history with Jack the Ripper where victims of this serial killer would go to pick up customers for that night.
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Elephant & Castle/Black Friars (two stations within walking distance)
Elephant & Castle's underground drivers and passengers have reported a spirit of a girl who boards trains but disappears, alongside reports of pushing and tapping noises. Footsteps of the unseen spirit known as The Runner have been experienced by station staff working after hours.
Crossbones Graveyard is a post-medieval burial ground of unconsecrated graves of Bankside's prostitutes or women without families.
Lambeth Palace where the Archbishop of Canterbury spirits is said to haunt.
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Farrington Station
Apparitions and screams are witnessed and heard at this station. The station is said to be haunted by Anne Naylor, also known as the Screaming Spectre, a victim of a 18th-century murder, whose screams are heard echoing from the tunnels.
Holy Sepulcher Church near the Old Bailey, has a violent history of being the site of executions with the Execution Bell at one time housed here.
Smithfield Market is steps from the station and was the area was used for medieval executions, burning of protestants, and the hanging of William Wallace, a famous Scottish Leader that led a war against England for Scottish Independence.
Rochford Station
Between the 12th and 18th century, thousands of criminals were executed at The Marlborough Head making it a venue synonymous with death. Large crowds turned out to witness the executions and were so popular that they were made public holidays. Ever since, a great range of convict ghosts are said to haunt the premises.
Rochford Hall is a 15 minute walk to this Tudor Mansion repudtedly haunted by the spirit of Anne Boleyn. Her connection to this place runs deep from her childhood spent here. This location has a tragic, historic history that may lead to other hauntings unfolding here as well.
The Marlborough Head Pub is reported to have supernatural activity including cold spots in the bar area, heavy disembodied footsteps and strange noises from unused rooms. Between the 12th and 18th century, thousands of criminals were executed at The Marlborough Head making it a venue synonymous with death. Large crowds turned out to witness the executions and were so popular that they were made public holidays. Ever since, a great range of convict ghosts are said to haunt the premises.
Victorian Station
A Witness Account from the London Underground
In the summer of 2006, a traveler staying near Victoria Station reported a strange encounter while using the London Underground. Each evening, the witness returned via Victoria Station, riding the long escalator that carries passengers from the Underground platforms up to street level.
That summer was marked by extreme heat, intensified by the limited air conditioning common in both private residences and public spaces throughout London. The Underground in particular was oppressive, heavy with stagnant air.
On one occasion, while standing alone on the escalator, the witness felt a distinct vibration consistent with someone running quickly up the metal steps to their left. Reacting instinctively, they moved closer to the right-hand railing to make space for the approaching person.
As the sensation of passing footsteps reached them, a sudden, icy rush of air moved past — a sharp contrast to the surrounding heat. When the witness turned to look, no one was visible. Despite this, the sound and sensation of footsteps continued upward along the escalator, though the steps remained empty.
Upon reaching street level, the witness approached a station worker who was distributing free bottled water to passengers affected by the heat. After hearing the account, the worker stated that unusual incidents were frequently reported by both staff and commuters and expressed no doubt that the Underground was haunted.
Elephant & Castle Underground Station is nearby and can be explored for the Girl on the Train Haunted reported here.
Westminster Area includes Westminster Abby home to a spectral soldier and the Tower of London and St. James Palace.
Bank Underground Station
Bank Station sits atop one of London’s oldest and most layered areas, intersecting ancient Roman roads and medieval burial sites. The most well-known apparition is Sarah Whitehead, often called The Black Nun. After her brother was executed for forgery in the early 1800s, she reportedly waited decades for his return. Witnesses have reported sightings of a woman in black wandering the station corridors, sometimes vanishing suddenly or appearing distressed.
St. Mary Woolnoth Church built over a 17th- century plague pit.
All Hallows-by-the-Tower is a church with a crypt that is reported to be haunting of an old woman and a phantom cat. Explosions from gunpoweder caused fatalities that may fuel the haunting here. The most notable historical significance of this church is its association with the Tower of London executions such as Sir Thomas More, which served as temporary resting places for the executed.
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5 Metro Stations with Two Haunted Locations Within Walking Distance
Here is a simple guide of haunted locations within walking distance from these stations. To keep this list simple, I do not go into great detail on the hauntings. To learn more about the haunted pubs recommended, please read my London's Haunted Pubs Article found here.
Liverpool Station
The Ten Bells Pub
Jack-the Ripper Tours Click Here to Explore my Best Tours in London Article
Barbican Station
Suttons Arms Pub
The Bleeding Heart Yard, A grisly murder where legend holds that lady Elizageth Hatton was torn limb from limb and may be the source of the haunting here.
Farringdon Station
The Viaduct Tavern
St. Paul's Cathedral
GreyFriars Tower
Barbican Station
Postman's Park-Old Graveyard
St Bartholomew-the-Great Church
Smithfield Market-Site of Executions including William Wallace
The Bleeding Heart Yard (10min walk)
Highgate Station
Highgate Cemetery
The Flask Pub
Waterloo Station
BrewDog Waterloo
The Vaults- Location explores the occult and macabre history of London
The Old Vic Theater- I experienced A Christmas Carol here and it is reported to be haunted by past thespians that still cherish this theater.
South Kensington Station
Hoop & Toy Pub
Knightsbridge Area/The Grenadier- A short walk to a 1664 plague pit with the haunting of Cedric, a soldier that is known to haunt the Grenadier Pub.
Nunhead Station
Nunhead Cemetery
Nunhead Pub
Tower Hill Station
The Tower of London-The most frequently reported spirit is that of Anne Boleyn, seen carrying her head beneath her arm in the embattlements. Guards of the Tower have reported apparitions of children believed to be princes murdered by their Uncle, King Richard in the tower.
All Hallows Church is known to have hauntings by the spirits of those executed in the Tower of London.
HAUNTED PLACES YOU CAN VISIT IN LONDON
Here are some helpful guides on haunted locations in London. When planning your trip around the paranormal, these guides might help you create the ability to visit the most locations haunted as efficiently as possible.
The Magnificent 7 Cemeteries 👉 Link to my Cemeteries of London Article
Best Ghost Tours in London 👉 Link to my Haunted London Article
Historic pubs 👉 Link to my Haunted London Pubs Article
Exploring Haunted London Safely and Respectfully
Many of these locations are included in guided ghost walks and paranormal tours, which provide historical context while navigating the city safely. London’s haunted underground is best explored through organized tours, especially for first-time visitors unfamiliar with the city’s layout.
👉 For a full list of ghost tours, haunted walks, and paranormal experiences in London, visit:Haunted Things to Do in London, England
Conclusion: London's Metro is the Best Way to travel to Haunted Destinations in London
London is a city built in layers — and some of those layers never rest. Whether beneath the streets or standing quietly above them, haunted London reminds us that history doesn’t disappear; it settles, waits, and sometimes makes itself known.
Hopping on and off the Underground (London's Subway System) is an efficient way to explore many haunted or infamous locations through the expansive geography of London. I hope this guide was helpful in planning your paranormal visit to haunted London England.
Safe and spirited travels, my Dear Readers. ~Dez
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