Spitbank Fort is a circular sea fort situated in the Solent, off the coast of Portsmouth, England. Constructed between 1861 and 1878, it was one of four sea forts commissioned by Lord Palmerston to protect Portsmouth’s harbor from potential French invasion. The fort’s unique circular design allowed for a 360-degree field of fire and housed heavy artillery pieces.

During World War I and II, Spitbank Fort served as a defense against German forces, equipped with powerful searchlights and anti-aircraft guns. After being decommissioned in 1956, the fort fell into disrepair until its restoration in the late 20th century.

Spitbank Fort has gained notoriety for its reported paranormal activity. Visitors and staff have reported numerous ghostly encounters over the years. One of the most frequently reported apparitions is that of a man in military uniform, believed to be a former soldier stationed at the fort. Witnesses describe seeing him patrolling the corridors or standing at attention in various locations.

Another persistent ghost story involves the sound of phantom footsteps echoing through empty rooms and hallways. Some visitors have reported feeling a sudden drop in temperature and an overwhelming sense of unease in certain areas of the fort.

One particularly chilling account involves the sighting of a spectral woman in Victorian-era clothing, often seen near the fort’s old kitchen area. Legend suggests she may have been a cook who died tragically during the fort’s early years.

Other reported phenomena include unexplained sounds of chains rattling, doors slamming shut on their own, and eerie whispers heard in empty rooms. Some visitors have even claimed to have captured orbs and strange mists in photographs taken within the fort.