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EXPLORE HAUNTED IRELAND
In search of Ireland's
ghosts...
Fáilte (Welcome)
St. Patrick, County Meath, by the Haunted Traveler
Hill of Tara, by the Haunted Traveler
Hill of Tara. Visit the
ancient site of Ireland’s high kings and pagan community prior to the emergence
of Christianity. This was the site of the original renaissance faire.
Newgrange, by the Haunted Traveler
New Grange. Visit the 5,000 year old megalithic cemetery (burial mound).
During the Winter Solistic the tomb is perfectly light. Visit:
www.knowth.com/newgrange.htm
Haunted Dublin:
 | Dublin Castle (1204) Invaders to the castle were
beheaded and displayed on the castle wall as a deterrent to others. Hundreds
of decapitated bodies are buried under the castle. Their vengeful souls still
roam the castle. Tour guides report poltergeist activity. Visit:
www.dublincastle.ie |
| Marsh’s Library (1701) located next to St. Patrick’s
Cathedral in Dublin. This ornate library houses a collection of rare books and
is reportedly the site of ghostly activity. Visit:
www.stpatrickscathedral.ie
St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2. Has a long history of being haunted. |
| Malahide Castle located in Malahide Co., Dublin was the
home of Lord Talbot and his descendant’s form 1185 to 1973. During the 1600’s
the Talbot’s were supporters of King James II (Catholic). Fourteen family
members were killed were killed in the Battle of the Boyne on July 1, 1690
supporting King James II with other Irish Catholics in a battle against
William the Orange (Protestant). This historic battle began the long struggle
between the Catholics and the Protestants over political rule of Ireland. The
castle has a long history of being haunted. Open to the public. |
| Thoor Ballylee (1500’s) located in Gort, County Galaway
is the summer home of famous Irish poet William Butler Yeats. Yeats studied
the occult and his home is reportedly haunted. Yeats wife was a Spiritualist. House tour and book shop. Open
to the public. |
Waterfall at Yeat's house, taken by Larry Mens
| Visit the fairies in Silgo (picture of the Fairy Mound taken by Larry Mens), |
| Haunted home for sale in Kesh (picture taken by Larry Mens). |
| The Kilmainham Gaol (1789)
Prisoners from the United Irish
Rebellion of 1796, the Emmet Rebellion of 1803, the Great Famine of 1845 to
1851, the Young Ireland Rebellion of 1848, the Fenian Rebellion of 1867, the
Land War of the 1880s, the Easter Rising of 1916, the War of Independence and
the Irish Civil War were held and often executed here. Famous leaders in
Ireland’s independence were imprisoned here, such as Robert Emmet, Charles
Stewart Parnell, James Connolly, and Joseph Plunkett, plus hundreds of falsely
accused political prisoners. Political prisoners were executed by firing squad
in the courtyard. Innocent children were also imprisoned here for being poor
and orphaned. This prison has been featured in many movies, such as “In the
Name of the Father.” Tours are offered of this dark, historical structure that
stands as a reminder of the troubles in Ireland that are still being fought.
While not known specifically for being haunted, visitors can definitely feel
unsettled energy here. Inchicore Rd. Kilmainham, Dublin 8. 453-5984.
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Visit Ancient Ireland in County Meath
Seeking spirits of
Irish Political Prisoners from long ago and not so long ago…
Haunted Irish Castles:
| Loughcrew located in Oldcastle are ancient tombs known as “the hill of the
witch.” Guided tours available mid June to mid September otherwise it is best
to call ahead and make arrangements: 049/41256. |
| Castle of Lexlip,(1171) Reportedly haunted.
Main Street
Leixlip, County Kildare www.kildare.ie/leixlip/places-of-interest/leixlip-castle.asp |
| Ardgillan Castle (1738) is located north of Dublin in
Balbriggan on the eerie Irish Sea coast. This gothic castle is reportedly
haunted. Open to the public. Visit:
www.iol.ie/~cybmanmc |
| Leap Castle
http://www.simonmarsden.co.uk/books-PhantomsoftheIsles-Sample.htm |
| Ballygally Castle , Coast Rd, Ballygally, Co. Antrim
- Built in 1625, located in Northern Ireland and is reportedly haunted by a
friendly ghost. |
When in Ireland, visit the spirit of Irish authors at:
| James Joyce Cultural Centre 35 North Great George’s St. Dublin. James
Joyce (1882-1941) was born in Dublin and wrote the famous Ulysses and the
great horror story Turn of the Screw. |
| Dublin Writers Museum, 18 Parnell Square North, Dublin. Historical
exhibits of Irish literature, bookstore and café. |
| Bram Stoker, author of Dracula, worshiped at St. Ann’s Church at Dawson
St. in Dublin |
| Oscar Wilde, famous playwright, lived at No. 1 Merrion Square in Dublin. |
| WB Yeats, poet, lived at No. 58 Merrion Square in Dublin. |
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