Skip to main content

The Man in Black of Romford Brewery

Retail unit at Romford Brewery Site, Romford, Essex Apparition Industrial

Romford Brewery Site has a reputation for being one of the most haunted locations in Essex. On a typical day in January 2011, a woman was moving stock around the site when she stumbled upon a rather unusual sight. Sitting on a large trolley was a man dressed in black, wearing a flat cap. The woman was so startled that she ran off to find a colleague, but by the time she returned, the mysterious figure had vanished into thin air.

Interestingly, this wasnt the first time strange occurrences had been reported at the site. Rumours have been circulating that a man lost his life in an accident when the site was an operating brewery. Other people have also reported seeing shadows around the area, adding to the speculation that the site may be haunted. While we cant confirm the identity of the man in black, its clear that Romford Brewery Site has a rich history of paranormal activity.

Historical Context

Former brewery site with industrial history

Location

Location Details

Location Type
Industrial Site
Activity Types
Visual
Witness Credibility
Single Witness
Threat Level
Harmless
Accessibility
Private Site
Date / Era
08 January 2011
Postcode Area
RM1