The Jacaranda, tucked on Slater Street in Liverpool’s vibrant core, opened in 1957 as a coffee bar that morphed into a legendary music venue. Founded by Allan Williams, The Beatles’ first manager, it staged the Fab Four’s early shows in 1960 as the Silver Beetles. Its basement stage, vinyl racks, and retro charm pulse with Liverpool’s rock ‘n’ roll roots. Once a hub for mods and visionaries, it’s now a trendy bar and gig spot, but its past hums with Liverpool ghost stories that echo beyond the music.
The Jacaranda sparked the Merseybeat wave that conquered the globe. From its scrappy start to its modern resurgence, it’s a living piece of Liverpool’s cultural soul. Yet, some claim the vibes aren’t just from amps—spectral traces make The Jacaranda a gem in haunted Liverpool lore.
Alleged Ghost Stories
One tale spins around The Mod Rocker, a 1960s fan who died in a brawl after a late-night set. His leather-jacketed shadow grooves near the basement stage, a faint guitar riff trailing—sound systems crackle when he’s around. Another story tells of The Weeping Barmaid, a worker from the coffee days who lost her sailor beau at sea. Her quiet sobs float from the upstairs bar, and coffee mugs tip over, leaving a bitter whiff. These Liverpool ghost stories add a spooky beat to The Jacaranda’s rhythm.