The Monks Well, perched on Tithebarn Street in Liverpool, opened in the 19th century near the site of a medieval priory. Named for a lost well once used by monks, its cozy brick interior and low ceilings hum with the city’s working-class past. A stone’s throw from the old docks, it served sailors and clerks during Liverpool’s shipping peak. Today, it’s a snug local, but its roots bubble with Liverpool ghost stories that ripple through the pints.
The pub ties to Liverpool’s monastic days, when holy men roamed nearby. Its history blends sacred echoes with dockside grit, a mix that some say stirs the paranormal. The Monks Well offers a quirky dive into haunted Liverpool pubs and their spectral lore.
Alleged Ghost Stories
One tale whispers of The Thirsty Monk, a medieval brother who drowned in the well after sneaking ale. His robed figure hovers near the bar, a faint splash sounding—patrons feel damp spots on dry nights. Another story tells of The Dockside Widow, a woman who waited here for a sailor who never returned in 1880. Her soft hum drifts from the back, and chairs scrape as if she’s still pacing. These Liverpool ghost stories brew a eerie charm at The Monks Well.