Sip Ale And Mingle With Ghosts At Chowning's Tavern, A Famous Haunted Tavern In Virginia
By Beth|Published May 29, 2023
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Charlottesville. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
When you think of haunted places, you likely conjure up images of abandoned buildings, rickety bridges, Civil War-era houses, and historic inns. But what about a tavern? Here in Virginia, there are a handful of them notorious for their ghostly activity. Josiah Chowning’s Tavern is one such haunted tavern in Virginia where you can sip ale and mingle with ghosts, and we guarantee you’ll have a lively time, with or without a paranormal encounter.
Chowning's Tavern is situated on Duke of Gloucester Street, just beyond the courthouse.
In addition to sandwiches, burgers, and salads, you'll find some menu items that will take you back in time a bit, such as Josiah Chowning's Brunswick Stew.
The feeling of the tavern is welcoming and friendly, and perhaps just a bit haunted. There are plenty of stories of hauntings in Williamsburg, and Chowning's Tavern is no exception. The courtyard outside is particularly haunted, with some visitors hearing groups of disembodied voices gathering nearby.
When was the last time you visited Williamsburg? What was your experience there like? Did you encounter any ghosts? Feel free to share with us in the comments below — we would love to hear from you! For more information, check out Josiah Chowning’s Tavern online.
For related content, read all about one of the most notoriously haunted places in Virginia: the Peyton Randolph House.
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