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Bond Actor Buys Haunted Pub
24 Oct
Summary
- Daniel Craig co-owns a historic London pub, The Horseshoe.
- The pub is rumored to be haunted by a ghost named Gilbert.
- Refurbishment plans aim to preserve character while modernizing.
Actor Daniel Craig has ventured into the hospitality industry as a co-owner of The Horseshoe, a historic pub in London's Clerkenwell. Established around 1748, the venue has been acquired by Craig, Nick Jones of Soho House, Charlie Carroll of Flat Iron, and Justin O'Shea of Bad Belze. They intend to undertake a year-long refurbishment to enhance facilities while carefully preserving the pub's traditional identity and welcoming atmosphere for local patrons.
The pub's unique history includes tales of a ghost named Gilbert, who is said to inhabit the cellar. While Craig has met the story with a lighthearted jest, the new owners aim to rejuvenate the historic establishment. Renovation plans, expected to conclude around late 2027, involve transforming the upstairs darts area into a dining room, adding a terrace, and expanding the beer garden.
Craig's involvement is personal, drawing from his parents' and grandparents' experiences running pubs. He emphasizes his desire for The Horseshoe to remain an accessible community hub, mirroring the importance pubs held in his own childhood. The goal is to blend modern improvements with the enduring spirit that has made it a neighborhood fixture for generations.
