Fort Horsted, located in Kent, England, was constructed in the 1880s as part of a network of defenses to protect the Chatham Dockyard from potential invasion. The fort’s unique polygonal design and underground tunnels made it a formidable structure, though it never saw active combat. During World War II, it served as an anti-aircraft gun site and ammunition store.

Over the years, Fort Horsted has gained a reputation for paranormal activity. Numerous visitors and investigators have reported unexplained phenomena within its walls and tunnels. One of the most frequently encountered apparitions is that of a World War II soldier, often seen patrolling the fort’s corridors. Witnesses describe him as wearing a period uniform and appearing solid before vanishing into thin air.

Another recurring ghost story involves the sound of children’s laughter echoing through the underground chambers. Though no historical records indicate children ever lived at the fort, the disembodied giggles have been reported by multiple independent sources.

Staff members have recounted experiences of feeling watched while alone in the fort, and some have reported seeing shadowy figures darting around corners. In the ammunition storage areas, visitors have described sudden temperature drops and an overwhelming sense of unease.

One particularly chilling account involves a group of paranormal investigators who claimed to have captured EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon) recordings of a man desperately shouting for help. This incident sparked speculation about possible tragic events that may have occurred during the fort’s long history.