2023-12-30 14:40:00
December 30, 2023 at 3:40 p.m. by Thomas
Jim Ratcliffe is not his first unusual purchase, despite his recent investment in Manchester United. As told by the Daily Star, the Ineos tycoon has taken over the Grenadier pub in Belgravia, nicknamed the most haunted pub in London. Dating back to 1720, this tavern has been the meeting point for celebrities such as Prince William and pop icon Madonna.
A “haunted” pub in Jim Ratcliffe’s portfolio
Acquired in 2022 by the billionaire, the exact amount of this transaction remains unknown. However, this contrasts with the €1.44 billion he recently spent to secure a 25% stake in Manchester United. Located in the Belgravia district, the Grenadier is a picturesque place, but hides a dark history. Indeed, the building, witness to a brutal murder in 1818, has been the scene of paranormal activity ever since. The story goes that a soldier named Cedric, cheating his comrades during a game of cards, was savagely beaten to death outside the pub. Rumors even say that his spirit still haunts the place.
A very different acquisition from sports clubs like OGC Nice in France
The interior decor maintains a painting of Cedric behind the bar, where customers settle his debts by sticking money to the ceiling, from various currencies from around the world. Since this tragic event, paranormal activity has been reported, with sightings of ghostly figures and chairs moving without explanation. This unusual purchase reveals another fascinating side of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who seems interested in things other than famous sports clubs.
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