ESTABLISHED 1991
The Northern Ireland Paranormal Research Association
“For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who do not believe, no proof is possible.”
Who are NIPRA?
The Northern Ireland Paranormal Research Association (NIPRA) was established in 1991 with the purpose of investigating hauntings and other paranormal activity throughout Northern Ireland and beyond.
We are an experienced team of paranormal investigators from all walks of life, and are available to carry out private investigations of homes, businesses and any other location where paranormal activity has been reported or experienced.
As a non-profit organisation, our services are provided free of charge to the public. So whether you are seeking advice or reassurance regarding strange occurrences in your home, require evidence of a supernatural nature, or simply want to meet fellow paranormal enthusiasts, NIPRA are and always will be here to help.
Never forget, the other half of half-afraid opens many a door!
Upcoming Events
You can find details of all upcoming NIPRA events here.
August 2025 Open Night
A big thank you for everyone who came to NIPRA's open night and to the Old Market House, Bangor for hosting us. It was really great to see old friends and meet new ones. We at NIPRA hope to see you all again soon.
Contact Us
Are you interested in joining the NIPRA team? Are you experiencing or have experienced the paranormal? Then we would love to hear from you!
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Interested in joining NIPRA?
Are you passionate about the paranormal? Respectful and professional? Open-minded but also rational? Then register your interest in joining NIPRA below. Someone will get back to you promptly.
Register your interest
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Reporting a case
If you are experiencing paranormal activity at home or at a place of business and are seeking advice, reassurance or evidence, use the link to let us know the details. Someone will get back to you promptly.
Report a case
The NIPRA Archives
To most people, the paranormal is something to be feared or ridiculed. We have made it our mission over the past 30+ years to help people understand the truth - that the paranormal is very much real and it is not something to be afraid of. Join us below as we talk about our experiences delving into the otherworldly and the unexplained.
- ‘Spooky Isles’ Interview
- Shadow Whispers in the Night
- ‘The Unexplained’ Interview
- Day of the Unexplained
- ‘Ghost Eire’ Interview
- Gerry’s Ghost Hunt
- Ghost Hunting on the SS Nomadic
- I Thought I Must be Going Radio Ga Ghoul
- Citybeat Radio - Ghosts and Drag Queens
- Mullaghmore Road, Tyrone
- Traffic Jam after ‘Ghost Sighting’
- My Night in a Haunted Castle
- The Spook Sleuth
Step into the shadows with NIPRA and watch as the team explores haunted locations, investigates ghostly encounters, and uncovers the unexplained. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for chilling evidence, behind-the-scenes investigations, and spine-tingling stories you won’t find anywhere else. If you’re drawn to the mysterious and the macabre — this is where it lives.
Crumlin Road Gaol - C Wing
Crumlin Road Gaol - D Wing
The Nolan Show - Interview at Richhill Castle
Meet the Team
*Please bear with us, this page is a work in progress*
We at NIPRA are united by our passion for the paranormal. From seasoned investigators to tech specialists and spiritual sensitives, each member brings unique skills — and a fearless curiosity — to every investigation. Get to know the people who journey deep into the darkness to bring you the truth.
Warren Coates
Chris Barron
“I have been fascinated with all things strange and spooky since I was a kid, everything from spirits to UAPs to cryptids. I joined NIPRA back in January 2024 after finally deciding to stop reading about the paranormal and getting out there to see it with my own eyes. Joining NIPRA has been a fantastic opportunity to not only meet like-minded people but also to see first-hand how the paranormal can affect the lives of everyday people.
If you have your doubts about reaching out to us, don’t. I joined NIPRA a complete novice and with more questions than I could count, and can assure you that everyone at NIPRA, myself included, are always willing to listen and to help.”