Episode 138 · 11 min · Fascinating Horror

Drowned in Ale: The London Beer Flood (1814)

Published Oct 6, 2025by Kristian CrowTrue crime

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In 1814, one of the most usual disasters in the history of the UK took place, when a gigantic wooden vat of beer inside a London brewery unexpectedly burst, flooding the surrounding streets and cellars with ale... Fascinating Horror covers the true stories behind some of history's greatest disasters. This podcast is an audio version of the YouTube channel of the same name. The channel is made possible by supporters on Patreon and YouTube channel members. HUGE thanks to everyone who supports this channel! LINKS: 🔗 ► YouTube: ► Patreon: ► Get in touch: [redacted]

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