Inveraray Jail, located in Inveraray, Scotland, was constructed in the 1820s and served as both a courthouse and prison until its closure in 1889. The building consists of two main sections: the Old Prison, built in 1820, and the New Prison, added in 1848. During its operation, the jail housed men, women, and children in harsh conditions, with inmates subjected to hard labor and severe punishments.

The jail has a reputation for paranormal activity, with numerous ghostly encounters reported over the years. One of the most frequently sighted spirits is that of a young girl, believed to be a former prisoner, who has been seen wandering the corridors and cells. Visitors and staff have reported hearing her footsteps and feeling her presence, particularly in the old prison section.

Another commonly reported apparition is that of a former jailer, often seen patrolling the prison hallways in period uniform. Witnesses have described feeling watched and experiencing sudden temperature drops in his presence.

The jail’s execution room is said to be a hotspot for paranormal activity, with reports of disembodied voices, unexplained noises, and a heavy, oppressive atmosphere. Some visitors have claimed to feel a sensation of being pushed or touched by unseen hands in this area.

Other reported phenomena include the sound of cell doors slamming shut on their own, mysterious footsteps echoing through empty corridors, and the appearance of shadowy figures in various parts of the building. Some visitors have also reported feeling suddenly ill or dizzy in certain areas, particularly in the cells where prisoners were kept in solitary confinement.