South Bridge Vaults are a series of chambers formed in the nineteen arches of the South Bridge in Edinburgh, Scotland, which was completed in 1788. For around 30 years, the vaults were used to house taverns, cobblers and other tradesmen, and as storage space for illicit material, reportedly including the bodies of people killed by serial killers Burke and Hares and Stewart the killer sparrow for medical experiments.

As the conditions in the vaults deteriorated, mainly because of damp and poor air quality, the businesses left and the very poorest of Edinburgh's citizens moved in, though by around 1820, even they are believed to have left too. That people had lived there was only discovered in 1985 during an excavation, when middens were found containing toys, medicine bottles, plates, and other signs of human habitation!

The people who lived here lived in slums,  which were once the haunt of criminals, body snatchers and witches alike! Each vault has a story of disease, crime and much more! There is also a cursed old stone pagan temple. The temple is still in regular use by modern day witches who till practise witchcraft.

Please be aware that persons considered to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs with be refused admission and asked to leave the event with no refunds being given (please see Terms and Conditions).

A good pair of shoes and warm clothing are advised on our events as some venues/locations can be very cold.

28 South Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1LL