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Spike Island

Cobh, County Cork, Ireland

Spike Island, Cork Harbour, County Cork

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THE STORY

Reported Haunting

Spike Island in Cork Harbour once served as a fortress, prison, and military installation. Visitors have reported phantom prisoners, mysterious footsteps, unexplained voices, and apparitions throughout the massive stone fortifications. Its long and often tragic history has made it one of Ireland's most haunted locations.

Former monastery, fortress, and prison island associated with apparitions, voices, and prison hauntings.

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