The Alum Ale House

The Alum Ale House

Image Details

Title The Alum Ale House
Reference Number STH0001228
Photographer Unknown
Town or Village South Shields
Date 06 09 2007
Original Format Colour photograph.
Period 2000 Onwards
Copyright South Tyneside Libraries
Further Information Situated in Ferry Street. Alum Ale House has served as a watering hole
for locals since the 19th century. A favourite of the scullermen who
plied their trade on the river. Reputed to be haunted by a series of
characters; a Victorian gentleman, Giggly Meg, the Grey Lady and the
phantom barman etc. The premises was formely known as the Alum House
and was connected to Isaac Cookson's glassmaking firm.