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Shepton Mallet Prison Guided Tour

• Admission ticket to Shepton Mallet Prison
• Entry/Admission - Shepton Mallet
• Shepton Mallet Prison, Frithfield Ln, Shepton Mallet BA4 5FQ, UK
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• We are dog friendly
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

• jlivory 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Night in the prison Great night locked in the prison. Sadly there were two very drunk men whose behaviour wasn’t great, however this didn’t distract from the overall experience and this was no faults of the excellent staff. Our tour guide Jeremy was fantastic and knowledgable. No ghosts but lots of fun! Read more Written April 21, 2024
• jasonjS8354HN 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Educational We visited with a large group and enjoyed exploring the prison. Very educational and the kids loved seeing where paddington 2 had been filmed. Read more Written April 15, 2024
• chicken010 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing experience I recently came for a visit with my son in law, we opted for the tour, our guide was Monica, who I have to say was incredible, so engaging, and we truly learnt so much more about the prison and its history, we were actually sad when she finished the tour, she was sensitive to issues and feelings and is an asset to the prison, it was relaxed and could ask questions at any point, you can tell, she clearly has a passion for history and for the prison. I would highly recommend that you do the tour. We then went on our own adventure looking round, the map is very helpful, though we were stuck on one area, so we went into the reception area to ask for help and a young guy said, don't worry come with me I will show you, yet again great service, sorry I didn't get his name, very tall late 20's. We were blessed with fab weather, so took our time looking round inside and out. I'm not sure if its a child activity, as those we did see, just wanted to run around the whole time, which is natural for kids, but I don't think they really got much from it other than that. Equally, not suitable for anyone with walking issues, as there's lots of steps. We will be coming back in the evening, to do the night visit, for a different experience, it was certainly great value for money and have spread the word, amongst family, friends and colleagues to give it a try. Read more Written April 15, 2024
• gemmasN6926EQ 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A fab family afternoon out at Shepton Mallet prison. We had a fab family afternoon out at Shepton Mallet prison with our daughters 18 & 13. We enjoyed a self guided tour of the prison with the brilliant guide book we purchased before taking on the Cell escape room. Roger our prison officer was amazing at setting the scene, treating us like prisoners and marching us up to the cell. It was a really fun way to spend a miserable wet afternoon! Read more Written April 14, 2024
• BobbySophie1912 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A brilliant place to visit! So fascinating and the children loved it. As the place is so big we barely came across other people so could really explore properly and take our time. Would highly recommend if visiting the area. Read more Written April 14, 2024
• SunnyD1881 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Well worth a visit We visited today as a family of four, two of which are in their early teens, and even the kids enjoyed it all. We booked a self guided tour and enjoyed making our own way around. The cells were surprisingly small, and even the double ones would have felt cramped for the prisoners. The paint was peeling off in most of the buildings, giving it an air of decay, which made it feel very atmospheric. The condemned cell and the execution chamber were harrowing, not for any other reason than knowing how many people have met a grisly death at the hands of the hangman. We finished off with coffee and cake in the cafe. The cakes were homemade and very tasty. A great day was had by us all and the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Read more Written April 13, 2024
• Sherpa45163582108 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Guided prison tour My wife and I went and did a guided tour of shepton mallet prison on the 12th of April 2024. We found it to be a thouraly fascinating experience. Our tour guide penny's extensive knowledge and witt made it all the more interesting! It's a look into a world most of us thankfully never see! I highly recommend it! Read more Written April 12, 2024
• jlowe2012 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Really enjoyable day out! We visited today, with 2 children aged 8 and 12, to participate in an Escape Room which price included a self guided tour of the prison. It was a little tricky to find the entrance to the jail having arrived early but we were greeted on opening by very friendly and helpful staff. The escape room was fab, slightly challenging especially as it was rated filer ages 8 upwards but our facilitator, Tia, did a great job in role as she did on helping us many times with clues! Unfortunately we didn't escape but it was enjoyed by all! The self guided tour was really good, we were given map and my youngest joined in on an Easter egg hunt which was well organised. The prison itself was really interesting with plenty of information and easily digestible - strange to think it was a working prison only 11 years ago! Really great day out with friendly and approachable staff. Good value for money. Read more Written April 12, 2024
• andrealyons224 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Brilliant, thank you Jason you made this tour. Jason our guide was brilliant. I would highly recommend this tour. Do book, and ensure you have a guided tour the extra information is great. We had a lovely time, and we will be back.... maybe the overnight stay next time. Warmer weather needed! Read more Written April 12, 2024
• adrian w 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fabulous I did the self guided tour as for personal reasons I wanted to take my time and also do some photography. The day before my planned visit a dental emergency arose and staff changed my ticket date with no fuss. I am sure some will highlight some parts were not open but I didn't really notice it and I liked the fact it had been kept as it was without being spruced up etc. Staff were so friendly and helpful and there were some really interesting little nuggets as you walked around. I went thinking spend and hour and was there over 3. Fabulous. Read more Written April 12, 2024
• ianeV7485SM 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great Place to Visit It’s a great place to visit and the Escapes Rooms are well worth doing … especially ‘The Hole’ My only negative point, is that on some occasions, we were a little lost trying to follow the arrows. Read more Written April 11, 2024
• SteveHornet 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great day out. Went on a guided tour of the Prison with Jason who was very knowledgeable about the place. Very engaging with all of our group, from the very youngest to the oldest. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone. Read more Written April 8, 2024
• 165peterj165 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles What an experience to remember A totally amazing time had to explore and understand how the prison was run. We completely enjoyed ourselves and would be back again to enjoy it even more and maybe take in a guided tour as well. Read more Written April 8, 2024
• 442sandriam 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very good and interesting for old and young alike Very interesting to walk around the old prison learnt a lot about the history and the inmates ( including the Krays) that were imprisoned there and didn’t realise the amount of films that were filmed there. Read more Written April 7, 2024
• dansmith0012 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Brilliant experience The event was AMAZING so where the staff and VERY FRINDLY 100%. My only complaint was that a few of the other guests had too many beers and being very loud. i highly recommend this event. Read more Written April 7, 2024

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Shepton Mallet Prison Guided Tour

• Admission ticket to Shepton Mallet Prison
• Entry/Admission - Shepton Mallet
• Shepton Mallet Prison, Frithfield Ln, Shepton Mallet BA4 5FQ, UK
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travellers can participate
• We are dog friendly
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

• jlivory 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Night in the prison Great night locked in the prison. Sadly there were two very drunk men whose behaviour wasn’t great, however this didn’t distract from the overall experience and this was no faults of the excellent staff. Our tour guide Jeremy was fantastic and knowledgable. No ghosts but lots of fun! Read more Written 21 April 2024
• jasonjS8354HN 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Educational We visited with a large group and enjoyed exploring the prison. Very educational and the kids loved seeing where paddington 2 had been filmed. Read more Written 15 April 2024
• chicken010 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing experience I recently came for a visit with my son in law, we opted for the tour, our guide was Monica, who I have to say was incredible, so engaging, and we truly learnt so much more about the prison and its history, we were actually sad when she finished the tour, she was sensitive to issues and feelings and is an asset to the prison, it was relaxed and could ask questions at any point, you can tell, she clearly has a passion for history and for the prison. I would highly recommend that you do the tour. We then went on our own adventure looking round, the map is very helpful, though we were stuck on one area, so we went into the reception area to ask for help and a young guy said, don't worry come with me I will show you, yet again great service, sorry I didn't get his name, very tall late 20's. We were blessed with fab weather, so took our time looking round inside and out. I'm not sure if its a child activity, as those we did see, just wanted to run around the whole time, which is natural for kids, but I don't think they really got much from it other than that. Equally, not suitable for anyone with walking issues, as there's lots of steps. We will be coming back in the evening, to do the night visit, for a different experience, it was certainly great value for money and have spread the word, amongst family, friends and colleagues to give it a try. Read more Written 15 April 2024
• gemmasN6926EQ 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A fab family afternoon out at Shepton Mallet prison. We had a fab family afternoon out at Shepton Mallet prison with our daughters 18 & 13. We enjoyed a self guided tour of the prison with the brilliant guide book we purchased before taking on the Cell escape room. Roger our prison officer was amazing at setting the scene, treating us like prisoners and marching us up to the cell. It was a really fun way to spend a miserable wet afternoon! Read more Written 14 April 2024
• BobbySophie1912 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A brilliant place to visit! So fascinating and the children loved it. As the place is so big we barely came across other people so could really explore properly and take our time. Would highly recommend if visiting the area. Read more Written 14 April 2024
• SunnyD1881 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Well worth a visit We visited today as a family of four, two of which are in their early teens, and even the kids enjoyed it all. We booked a self guided tour and enjoyed making our own way around. The cells were surprisingly small, and even the double ones would have felt cramped for the prisoners. The paint was peeling off in most of the buildings, giving it an air of decay, which made it feel very atmospheric. The condemned cell and the execution chamber were harrowing, not for any other reason than knowing how many people have met a grisly death at the hands of the hangman. We finished off with coffee and cake in the cafe. The cakes were homemade and very tasty. A great day was had by us all and the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Read more Written 13 April 2024
• Sherpa45163582108 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Guided prison tour My wife and I went and did a guided tour of shepton mallet prison on the 12th of April 2024. We found it to be a thouraly fascinating experience. Our tour guide penny's extensive knowledge and witt made it all the more interesting! It's a look into a world most of us thankfully never see! I highly recommend it! Read more Written 12 April 2024
• jlowe2012 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Really enjoyable day out! We visited today, with 2 children aged 8 and 12, to participate in an Escape Room which price included a self guided tour of the prison. It was a little tricky to find the entrance to the jail having arrived early but we were greeted on opening by very friendly and helpful staff. The escape room was fab, slightly challenging especially as it was rated filer ages 8 upwards but our facilitator, Tia, did a great job in role as she did on helping us many times with clues! Unfortunately we didn't escape but it was enjoyed by all! The self guided tour was really good, we were given map and my youngest joined in on an Easter egg hunt which was well organised. The prison itself was really interesting with plenty of information and easily digestible - strange to think it was a working prison only 11 years ago! Really great day out with friendly and approachable staff. Good value for money. Read more Written 12 April 2024
• andrealyons224 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Brilliant, thank you Jason you made this tour. Jason our guide was brilliant. I would highly recommend this tour. Do book, and ensure you have a guided tour the extra information is great. We had a lovely time, and we will be back.... maybe the overnight stay next time. Warmer weather needed! Read more Written 12 April 2024
• adrian w 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fabulous I did the self guided tour as for personal reasons I wanted to take my time and also do some photography. The day before my planned visit a dental emergency arose and staff changed my ticket date with no fuss. I am sure some will highlight some parts were not open but I didn't really notice it and I liked the fact it had been kept as it was without being spruced up etc. Staff were so friendly and helpful and there were some really interesting little nuggets as you walked around. I went thinking spend and hour and was there over 3. Fabulous. Read more Written 12 April 2024
• ianeV7485SM 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great Place to Visit It’s a great place to visit and the Escapes Rooms are well worth doing … especially ‘The Hole’ My only negative point, is that on some occasions, we were a little lost trying to follow the arrows. Read more Written 11 April 2024
• SteveHornet 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great day out. Went on a guided tour of the Prison with Jason who was very knowledgeable about the place. Very engaging with all of our group, from the very youngest to the oldest. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone. Read more Written 8 April 2024
• 165peterj165 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles What an experience to remember A totally amazing time had to explore and understand how the prison was run. We completely enjoyed ourselves and would be back again to enjoy it even more and maybe take in a guided tour as well. Read more Written 8 April 2024
• 442sandriam 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very good and interesting for old and young alike Very interesting to walk around the old prison learnt a lot about the history and the inmates ( including the Krays) that were imprisoned there and didn’t realise the amount of films that were filmed there. Read more Written 7 April 2024
• dansmith0012 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Brilliant experience The event was AMAZING so where the staff and VERY FRINDLY 100%. My only complaint was that a few of the other guests had too many beers and being very loud. i highly recommend this event. Read more Written 7 April 2024

Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.

Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.

16 Best Prison Museums To Visit in the UK

Last Updated on June 7, 2023 by Louise

In the UK, there are numerous prison museums. These historical tourist attractions explore the darker side of the UK’s history.

Most were converted from former prisons to museums quite recently. Many offer guided tours.

Discover how criminals were punished for their crimes in the past. Hear tales of inmates who were unjustly imprisoned. Learn about the daily life of prisoners. Find out what they ate, how they exercised and the conditions in which they lived. Listen to stories of how criminals were executed and see where it happened.

As well as guided tours, many prison museums offer other events such as paranormal investigations and airsoft games.

Read on to discover the top prison museums in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Island.

Table of Contents

Shrewsbury Prison

The first prison building on the site in Shrewsbury was opened to prisoners in 1793. There were 204 cells (179 for men and 25 for women). Many public executions took place here.

The first execution at the new gaol took place on Saturday, the 15th of August 1795, when John Smith, aged 25, was hanged for stealing 10 cotton handkerchiefs in the shop of John Miner. The last public hanging was of 30 year old Edward Cooper who was executed for murder in 1863. From 1902 and to 1961, there were 8 executions that took place inside the prison.

The prison still standing housed 330 men and 22 women across two wings. The last prisoners vacated the prison in 2013

Today you can embark on a guided tour with a former prison officer. Hear tales of the crimes committed by the inmates and daily life inside the prison.

See the processing areas where prisoners arrived, step into the exercise yard and experience the execution room.

Book Your Visit online at Shrewsbury Prison .

Bodmin Jail, Cornwall

Bodmin Jail was built in 1779. The history of the prison is gruesome, overseeing over 55 public hangings, 8 of them women for crimes which included murder, rape and stealing.

It was the first prison to hold prisoners in individual cells. The last male prisoner left the prison in 1916 and it was officially closed in 1927.

Bodmin Jail has undergone a major refurbishment with part of it being turned into a hotel. If you’ve visited in the past, it may be time to go back.

Gloucester Prison

Gloucester Prison opened in 1791.

It has a fascinating if gruesome history, over 123 people were executed there.

In the modern era, HMP Gloucester was classified as a Category B adult male local prison and young offenders institution. It was intended to hold mainly those on remand or newly sentenced and waiting to be sent to another prison.

It was closed in 2013 due to overcrowding.

A guided tour is highly recommended. Learn about the daily life of the prisoners and be informed about the technical aspects of hanging. Gruesome stuff. There are 3 daily tour times. The 5.30pm tour isn’t recommended for kids under 14, so make sure you choose the right one.

Today there are many other regular events that you can go to there. They include a paranormal investigation with haunted happenings event and airsoft games!

Oxford Castle and Prison

Oxford Castle and Prison is over 1000 years old. It was built after the Norman invasion in 1066 by Norman baron Robert O’Doyly.

Over time the Castle transformed from castle to a prison. It closed its doors to prisoners in 1996 and is now a tourist attraction.

To get the best out of a visit to Oxford castle and prison, book a guided tour. A costumed guide shows you around the prison.

See the prisoner cells, hear tales of the prisoners and discover how a prison worked for children in bygone times.

Enjoy the thrill of the 100 stair climb up a winding staircase to the top of the tower, where the views are excellent.

Shepton Mallet Prison, Somerset

Shepton Mallet Prison was built in 1625 and closed in 2013. In the early years, prison conditions were grim. Men, women and children were housed together. They weren’t separated by seriousness of their crime. Gaolers weren’t paid. They earned money doing things like selling alcohol to inmates. Promiscuous and drunken behaviour were common. Outbreaks of diseases and fever occurred regularly.

The Victorian era led to different types of punishment such as hard labour and separating and silencing prisoners. Seven executions took place here between 1889 and 1926. The bodies were buried in the prison grounds where they remain today.

In World War 2 the prison became a British Military Prison and was then taken over by the US army. Hundreds of US servicemen were imprisoned here. 18 US soldiers were killed either by firing squad or hanging during this time.

After the war, the prison one again held civilians. At one time the Krays were held here. It finally closed its doors on 18th March 2013.

Clink Prison Museum

The Clink Prison dates back to 1144 making it one of England’s oldest and most notorious prisons. It held prisoners for over 500 years. In 1780 it was burned down in a riot and was never rebuilt.

The museum today is built on the original site. Just one wall remains from the original prison.

The museum is on the gory side and is a great way to bring history to life.

See the torture devices and read the information boards with more in-depth details. View archaeological artefacts, experience the sights, sounds and smells of the prison and hear stories of torment and misfortune of the inmates.

It is a quick attraction to visit. Allow at least an hour, but you might get around even quicker.

Dartmoor Prison Museum

Dartmoor Prison has been a prison for over 200 years.

It has a fascinating history. It’s first prisoners in 1809 were prisoners of war from the Napoleonic War.

In Victorian times, it housed criminals of some of the worst crimes.

One of the most famous prisoners at Dartmoor was Frank Mitchell (the ‘Mad Axeman’). He escaped but was never recaptured. It last transpired he was murdered by the Krays.

Today Dartmoor is still a prison. It holds low category prisoners who live in single cells. The aim is to reform the prisoners and they are encouraged to go on training courses to help them on release.

The museum itself is small but packed with well curated exhibits and information. To get the most out of your visit reading the information is required. There are some fascinating things to see including prisoner contraband and weapons.

Lancaster Castle

Lancaster Castle dates back to Roman times and has served many functions. It was originally a medieval fortress but over the years the castle has also welcomed numerous Royal visitors and served as a hub of justice with courtrooms, dungeons and a prison.

The castle has been a prison in one capacity or another from the 12th century until 21st Century. HMP Lancaster, a Category C prison was operational right up until March 2011.

Visitors can explore the castle’s extensive grounds and visit the former prison cells. It’s worth taking a guided tour to make the most of your visit. Guided tours of the Castle include visits to its 18th century cells, Pentonville-style male penitentiary, dedicated debtors’ prison area and female penitentiary

The castle and prison has a grim but fascinating history. One notable aspect is Lancaster Castle’s association with the infamous Pendle Witch Trials of 1612. The trials involved the persecution and execution of several individuals accused of witchcraft in the nearby Pendle Hill area. The accused were held in Lancaster Castle before and during their trials, and ten of them were ultimately found guilty and sentenced to death.

It was also the first prison to segregate inmates by age and gender.

At the time of writing (May 2023) part of the castle is closed to visitors due to updating a fire alarm system. However, Limited tours, lasting 30 minutes, take place throughout the day but only cover the external courtyards and one of the prison buildings.

Find out more at Lancaster Castle .

Inveraray Jail, Argyle, Scotland

A visit to Inveray Jail is a great family day out. The building houses both a courtroom and a jail

Travel back into the 1800s. Hear stories of men, women and children who were tried and served sentences there.  Some of the children were as young as 7. Learn about how grim conditions were and find out the punishments they faced.

The history is fascinating. The details such as the prisoner names, numbers, ages and dates of the stories really bring the inmates to life.

Costumed jail officers walk around and you can ask them questions about what life was like

The National Justice Museum, Nottingham

The National Justice Museum shows the history of crime and punishment from medieval times up to the modern day  At one time, it was a one stop shop for criminals. It acted as a Victorian police station, gaol, courtroom and execution site. There are many real prison cells to see that span a long period of history.

Public executions were held on the front steps of the building. Richard Parker was the last person to be executed on the front steps. His crime was murdering his parents after a drunken row.

Today you can book online and visit the museum’s original courtrooms, prison cells and dungeon.

Exhibits include prisoner and prisoner office uniforms throughut the 20th century. Also see objects such as the balustrade from Strangeways prison during the 1990 riot.

Ruthin Gaol, Wales

Ruthin Gaol was closed in 1916. There has been a gaol on the site since the end of the 1700s. It was small but grew from having just 4 cells to being able to hold 37 inmates in 1837. By the end of the 1800s a new four story building was in place that held over 100 prisoners.

One execution took place here. William Hughes was hanged for murdering his wife in 1903.

A famous escapee was John Jones, known as Coch Bach y Bala. He escaped twice. Once by climbing out of a window using a rope made of bedsheets! He was recaptured both times.

Today you can visit Ruthin Gaol. Discover what life was like for prisoners. Learn about their daily routines, what they ate, how they worked and the punishments they suffered (sometimes for stealing an apple!) Visit the condemned cell. Experience the ‘smells’. Hear the tales of its most colourful prisoners.

Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast, Northern Ireland

The first 106 inmates of Crumlin Road Gaol , were forced to walk from Carrickfergus Prison in chains in 1846. These inmates, were men, women and children. Children from poor families were often imprisoned for offences such as stealing food. Sadly, thirteen-year-old Patrick Magee, who had been sentenced to three months, hanged himself in his cell in 1858.

Public executions were carried out here until 1901. The last hangings took place in 1961.

Some well known prisoners included Éamon de Valera, Martin McGuinness, Michael Stone and Bobby Sands. Two prisoners were killed in 1991 when a IRA bomb went off in one of the wings.

The gaol closed its doors as a prison in 1996.

Dorchester Prison

Dorchester Prison was built in 1795.

The last public hanging that took place outside Dorchester prison was of Elizabeth Martha Brown a grocer aged 45 and mother of 2. She was convicted of the murder of her husband John Brown. She was said to have attacked him with an axe after he took a whip to her. The execution was said to have been witnessed by the writer, Thomas Hardy, who was 16 at the time. He later wrote 70 years later that he was ashamed to have been there.

Later Dorchester prison incarcerated only men. The prison was closed in 2013.

Today, you can go on a guided tour lead by a former prisoner officer, Eddie.

Peterhead Prison Museum, Scotland

Peterhead Prison operated between 1888 and 2013. It was designed to hold 208 prisoners who were sentenced to hard labour. In reality numbers averaged more than 350 with a peak of 455 in 1911.

Known as Scotland’s toughest jail, Peterhead Prison had a history of poor conditions for prisoners.

In 1987, there was a hostage situation where an officer was held on the roof for 4 days. The SAS were called in to end the siege.

The Tower of London

Although not it’s primary use, The Tower of London served as a prison throughout most of it’s fascinating history with some very famous inmates.

Its use as a prison began in the 1100s, during the reign of King Henry I and continued until as recently as the mid 20th century.

During the medieval period, the Tower of London was primarily used to imprison high-profile individuals, such as nobles, members of the royal family, and religious figures. Many of these prisoners were held for political reasons, such as treason or plotting against the monarchy. The Tower was also used to hold prisoners of war.

One of the most famous prisoners of the Tower was Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII. She was accused of adultery, treason, and incest and was held at the Tower before her execution in 1536. Other notable prisoners included Sir Thomas More, Queen Elizabeth I before she became queen, and Guy Fawkes, who was involved in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605.

Prisoners were held in various parts of the Tower, including the Bloody Tower, the Wakefield Tower, and the Beauchamp Tower. Some were held in relatively comfortable conditions, while others were subjected to harsh treatment, torture, and execution.

The Tower of London was still being used as a prison in the early part of the 20th century. Inmates during this time included Nazi criminals Rudolph Heiss and Josef Jacobs (the last person to be executed at the Tower). In 1952, the Kray twins were also imprisoned at the Tower for a few days. 

The Victorian Prison in Lincoln Castle

If you visit Lincoln Castle, there is Victorian prison inside. The prison has a fascinating history.

Men, women and children as young as eight were held here from 1848 to 1878 for crimes ranging from stealing a waistcoat and Bible, to highway robbery and murder. There were 7 hangings of murderers here. Their bodies were buried in the Lucy Tower where they remain til this day.

Many of the prisoners were segregated from other prisoners to help them reflect on their actions and reform their behaviour.

A visit here is very interactive. Dress up as a prisoner or member of staff. Explore the cells. Imagine the solitude of the single cell, the chaos of the crowded cell, and the desperation of the dark cell.

Find out more at Lincoln Castle

Littledean Jail

Littledean Jail is a former prison located in the village of Littledean, Gloucestershire. Built in 1791, its was originally a debtors’ prison. Later, it became a house of correction and a police station.

Conditions within the prison were often harsh and overcrowded, with little regard for the welfare of the inmates.

In 1968, Littledean Jail was closed as a prison and subsequently fell into disrepair. However, in the 1980s, the jail was converted into a museum and tourist attraction, with exhibitions featuring the history of crime and punishment in England. Today it’s more of a crime museum than a prison.

The museum is known for its collection of curiosities, including taxidermy animals, shrunken heads, and other oddities. Some of the exhibits focus on dark and unsettling topics such as Fred and Rose West, Witchfinders, Satanism, the SS and the Holocaust, Myra Hindley and the KKK. As you can see the exhibits are controversial, with some visitors expressing concern over the ethics of some of the displays. More light-hearted displays include the Quadrophenia exhibition, Princess Diana letters and the heroics of the SAS.

It’s certainly not a museum for everybody (definitely not for myself). However if you’re interested in crime and dark history, it could be worth a visit. Check out the website and read reviews of this one before you visit to see if it’s for you.

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Eastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Its vaulted, sky-lit cells held nearly 85,000 people over its long history, including bank robber "Slick Willie" Sutton and "Scarface" Al Capone.

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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site is currently open Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. We are closed on Tuesdays and on the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

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Ready to discover the history of Missouri’s prison that was once called “the bloodiest 47 acres in America?” We have three fun and unique ways to explore this infamous landmark. With our history tours, learn all about the facility and its notorious inmates. Are you an aspiring ghost hunter who wants a fun and frightening experience? We have ghost hunting and paranormal investigation tours that will guarantee a “spooktacular” time. And if you’re a shutterbug looking to snap some unique photos for your portfolio, our private photography tours let you see MSP through a whole new lens. Just select your tour type and see history come alive!

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Step back in time and discover the intriguing history of the infamous Missouri State Penitentiary on this guided tour! Hear about escape attempts, riots, female inmates, and more.

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3-Hour In-Depth History Tour

Learn the fascinating history and tales of Missouri’s most notorious state penitentiary with this in-depth three-hour tour that covers more details than the two-hour tour.

3-Hour Former Inmate Tour

Learn about the Missouri State Penitentiary from a unique angle on this tour that includes a Q&A with a former inmate! Discover how the inmates spent their days within the walls.

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Tour the spooky halls of the Missouri State Penitentiary and experience a fascinating part of Jefferson City’s history as you walk through the dungeon cells and other areas of the prison.

3-Hour Ghost Hunt

Go ghost hunting through the eerie halls of the infamous Missouri State Penitentiary on this guided hunt! Get your EMF meters ready to see if you can find any paranormal activity.

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5-Hour Overnight Paranormal Investigation

Explore the strange and unbelievable occurrences at the Missouri State Penitentiary on this guided overnight ghost hunt. Face the ghosts of the most infamous prisoners in the dark!

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8-Hour Overnight Paranormal Investigation

Join our staff for an overnight paranormal investigation of the Missouri State Penitentiary! Book a tour of the Missouri State Penitentiary and spend the night searching for paranormal activity.

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These Walls Still Talk – Overnight Investigation with MSP Staff

Spend a night investing paranormal activity with the Missouri State Penitentiary staff. This special ghost-hunting event includes a meet-and-greet and after-investigation recap.

Private 2-Hour History Tour

Discover Jefferson City’s lawless past with a private tour of the Missouri State Penitentiary! Perfect for groups of 25 or more, this private tour includes everything you want to know.

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Explore the Missouri State Penitentiary with a group of 25 or more on this private experience that goes more in-depth than the private two-hour tour of the facility.

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Discover the Missouri State Penitentiary on an overnight ghost tour for a more personalized experience in this haunted prison! Call us for more details.

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Private Student History Tour

Bring your students to learn the fascinating history of Jefferson City’s most notorious penitentiary! This private tour is perfect for student groups and includes age-appropriate content.

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Give your students a lesson in fright with this ghost tour of the Missouri State Penitentiary! Content is age appropriate and includes state history and MSP facts and details.

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Grab your camera and photography equipment and snap great shots of the Missouri State Penitentiary on this private photography tour.

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If you’re looking for a day out with a difference, you’re in the right place at Shrewsbury Prison. With our Self Guided Tour, explore the whole prison at your leisure and take photos and CELLfies as you soak up the atmosphere of this amazing Victorian prison.

An ideal day out for families with young children who would like to investigate at their own pace.

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There is so much to explore…

You will be given a visitor guide and map as you explore around the prison; use the sound boxes to learn the facts and history of the prison . The information boards add a fascinating background detail to your visit with staff always available to point you in the right direction and answer any questions you may have.

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There is so much to explore including:

• Reception: Where prisoners are processed,
• 2 prison wings: Consisting of nearly 200 cells
• Healthcare: See where medical needs of prisoners were met.

Make your way to visits – the only place within the prison walls where prisoners can meet with people from outside and walk through two exercise yards where prisoners could go for daily exercise and fresh air.

Next, onto segregation – where prisoners would be isolated from the rest of the prison population and into the executioner’s bedroom – see where Albert Pierrepoint would have slept the night before. And finally, the condemned man’s cell, where he would have spent his last days before being hanged next to the execution room – one of the darkest places within the prison due to its previous usage.

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Finish your trip with a visit to our museum and gift shop , where you can pick up a huge range of Shrewsbury Prison memorabilia, so you never forget your time behind bars.

Shrewsbury Prison has a wonderful restaurant on site, open all day every day. Why not break up your tour by sampling some of our homemade cakes and fresh coffee, or indulge in a full meal, from snacks and bites to a full sized ‘Lifers Burger’?

We would encourage you to book in advance online to receive a discount on all Self-Guided Tours. Visitors can visit at any time between 10am and 5pm 7 days a week.

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Shepton Prison Night Behind Bars is a 12 hour overnight stay in a prison. Enjoy a night locked up - without the sentence!

Is this possible? At Shepton Mallet Prison it is, and we promise to let you out in the morning – good behaviour permitting, of course. This is a rare opportunity to spend 12 hours behind bars in the world’s most haunted jail with Shepton Mallet's Prison Night Behind Bars! This event is an 18+ event only.

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There is a whole world to explore. It is a fantastic experience for couples, groups of friends and those with an interest in the paranormal.

You will be met by members of our fantastic team who will let you into the prison through the huge gates and show you to your cell for the night. This is a traditional Victorian cell providing a truly authentic experience.

As part of this awesome experience an Officer will take you and your fellow inmates for a tour of the jail. You will visit, amongst others, the Victorian wings, the spooky Old Gate Lodge, segregation and not forgetting the execution room. After the tour you are free to explore the site or, of course, retire to your cell for the next few hours. Some will choose to go ghost hunting and others will roam the spooky corridors investigating the prison in the dark. BUT don’t even think of escaping – you won’t have time to burrow out Shawshank Redemption style or escape like Paddington Bear over the very high walls.

Your Time Behind Bars

For the night owls amongst you, our trusty prison staff are on-site all night. They’ll be keeping tabs on you, checking for good behaviour and will also be available to answer any questions you may have about Shepton Mallet, it’s history – and it’s famous previous residents!

The visitor centre will be open where you can purchase hot and cold drinks and snacks throughout your stay. Once you awake in the morning you can choose to have breakfast.

You’ll be woken up early in the morning – there’s no tardiness in prison! At 7am, we’ll open the giant security gates when we release you back into the world. You’ll leave us with your memories of a very unusual night and, we are confident, many tales to tell!

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Prison Museums You Can Visit Across The US

With over 100,000 prisons and jails around the globe, historic jail cells and prison museums have become a huge draw for tourists, and the US is no different – the states has over a dozen historic prisons to discover. From Alcatraz Island’s remote location off the shores of San Francisco to Eastern State Penitentiary’s famous haunted cells, learn about the histories and tales that characterize the past of these seven U.S. prisons.

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Alcatraz, California

Alcatraz is reputed to have housed some of the most dangerous prisoners of the 20th century, including mobster Al Capone and gangster Alvin Karpowicz ; referred to as ‘the prison system’s prison,’ Alcatraz received the most difficult inmates. Built on an island off the coast of San Francisco, ‘The Rock,’ as it was nicknamed, made for a challenging escape, although over a dozen attempts were made – none of which were successful. Alcatraz was originally built in the 1850s as a U.S. military fortress and housed military prisoners until 1933, when it was renovated as a maximum-security prison. Alcatraz could hold 260–275 prisoners during its time of operation, less than one percent of the entire federal inmate population, but officially closed its doors in 1963 due to its high operating costs.

Eastern State Penitentiary (ESP) was part of a controversial movement in the early 1800s that advocated the use of solitary confinement and hard labor to alter the behavior of inmates. Designed in a ‘radial-style’ floor plan, ESP was one of the most costly buildings of its time, with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and 253 cells, each with its own toilet, running water, and heat. The layout and practices at ESP were so popular that they were replicated in over 300 other prisons worldwide; by the early 1930s, however, the prison abandoned the solitary confinement system, replacing it with other severe forms of punishment. Operating from 1829–1971, the prison held some of the nation’s most infamous criminals, including Al Capone (before his time at Alcatraz) and Willie Sutton ; today, it’s considered one of the most haunted buildings in the world.

Sing Sing Prison, New York

Home to the first electric chair (‘Old Sparky’), the famous Babe Ruth baseball game , and some of the nation’s most notorious criminals, like Albert Fish and David Berkowitz , Sing Sing is one of America’s most famous prisons. Built by 100 prisoners from another local prison, Sing Sing was one of the most impressive prisons of its kind upon its completion in 1828. Originally modeled after Captain Elam Lynds’ ‘silent system’ – the use of ‘hard work, community activity and silent reflection’ to alter inmate behavior – the prison eventually moved to a more modern approach that used sports to teach discipline, introduced by Warden Lewis Lawes . While the prison still holds more than 1,500 inmates today, plans for turning the prison’s 1939 power plant into a 22,000-square-foot museum are in the making. Visit the museum in the meantime, located in The Ossining Historical Society Museum .

Ohio State Reformatory, Ohio

The Ohio State Reformatory , also known as the Mansfield Reformatory, was constructed between 1886 and 1910 to act as an ‘intermediate penitentiary’, or the half-way point between the Boys Industrial School and the Ohio Penitentiary. In the mid-1800s, the land was originally used as Civil War training grounds; in 1884, plans for the new prison were approved by the state. Designed by Levi T. Scofield, the reformatory featured Victorian and Romanesque architectural styles, believed to encourage inmates to get in touch with their spiritual side. In 1990, the Boyd Consent Decree deemed the prison overcrowded and unsanitary – over 200 inmates had died during its operation – forcing it to close its doors. Today, the prison operates as a museum, and has been included in many famous films like The Shawshank Redemption ( 1994).

West Virginia State Penitentiary, West Virginia

After separating from Virginia at the height of the Civil War, West Virginia lacked many public institutions, including a prison. After repeated denials, the West Virginia Legislature finally purchased the land for the West Virginia State Penitentiary in 1886. Completed using prison labor in 1887, the prison’s design featured stone walls and Gothic architectural elements like turrets and battlements, modeled after a prison in Illinois , and included a hospital and chapel, adding a school and library later on. There were other services, like a carpentry shop and bakery, that provided jobs for inmates, making the prison self-sufficient. Despite its good conditions at the turn of the century, the prison went into a state of decline: there were over 36 homicides, a prison break in 1979, and a riot in 1986. The prison was ordered to shut down by the Supreme Court in 1986; it officially closed its doors in 1995. It was listed as one of the US Department of Justice’s Top Ten Most Violent Correctional Facilities and played host to 94 executions from 1899–1959: 85 by hanging and nine by electric chair. It is also considered one of America’s most haunted prisons.

Old Idaho Penitentiary, Idaho

Old Idaho Penitentiary , once known as the Territorial Prison, was constructed in 1872 as a single-cell house; over the years, the prison expanded to include several buildings, as well as a 17-foot-high wall surrounding the complex. Over 101 years, until it closed in 1973, the Old Idaho Penitentiary received over 13,000 inmates, 215 of them women, and housed infamous convicts like Harry Orchard and Lyda ‘Lady Bluebeard’ Southard . The prison, however, was known for having unsuitable living conditions, and many inmates responded to these conditions with riots in 1971 and 1973. After its closing in 1973, the prison was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Yuma Territorial Prison, Arizona

Yuma Territorial Prison , now a historic state park , opened its doors in 1876, and its first inmates were seven men who were responsible for constructing the prison. During its 33 years of operation, the prison housed 3,069 prisoners, 29 of them women, and despite its infamous reputation, it is said to have had humane conditions – prisoners made hand-crafted items that were sold at Sunday public markets and they received regular medical attention; the prison also had one of the first public libraries in the territory, where prisoners learned how to read and write. No executions took place here, but over 26 inmates escaped and over 100 died (most from tuberculosis). By the turn of the century, the prison was overcrowded, so a new facility was built in Florence, Arizona , and the prison officially ceased operations in 1909.

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NCSB releases new details on Re-Bath Reno owner charged with obtaining money under false pretenses

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Nevada State Contractors Board is releasing new details about the former owner of Re-Bath Reno who is charged with obtaining money under false pretenses.

They say 77-year-old Sandra Jeanne Tyler stole $160,000 from at least 14 homeowners, most of whom were senior citizens who gave Tyler their money but never saw any work performed.

Tyler pleaded guilty on April 10 to two felony counts of obtaining money under false pretenses. At sentencing, she will be ordered to pay more than $133,00 in restitution to the NCSB, as well as an additional $3,800 in investigative costs.

“We want to warn the public that working with unlicensed contractors is risky and the work performed is often below standard. We urge anyone considering projects at home to always hire a licensed contractor to receive the protections of the Nevada State Contractors Board,” said Executive Officer Margi Grein.

The NCSB says the case against Tyler was so egregious that it was presented to the Office of the Nevada Attorney General.

Tyler had previously been convicted of working as an unlicensed contractor in 2015.

The NCSB says homeowners can verify the license status of any contractor by visiting their website . Homeowners who come into contact with an unlicensed contractor are asked to call the NCSB Unlicensed Contractor Hotline at 702-486-1160 or 775-688-1141.

Tyler will be sentenced on June 5 and could face as many as nine years in prison.

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Known as Hell Division to its inmates, this tour covers the dark heart of Pentridge. A Division, also known as H Division, makes for a confronting experience. It is designed for those wanting to engage with some of the most brutal aspects of Pentridge history. Step into the cells and yards of H Division and feel history take hold.

Warning: This tour includes depictions of challenging subject matter and is not recommended for those under 16 years.

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• All tours start at the tour office, located in the Former Warders Residence. Meet here to find your National Trust tour guide. Warders can be found in the grassed courtyard area at the Clock Tower entrance at 1 Champ St, Coburg.
• Parking can be found under the shopping centre via Whatmore Drive. As you come out of this car park, make your way to the ground floor via the elevators. Make your way towards the south sliding doors next to Cobrick cafe; and walk towards the Clock Tower, which should be on your right-hand-side, and you will find the tour office in the grassed courtyard area.
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Derek Hough and Wife Hayley Erbert Reveal They Do an Ice Bath After Every Dance Show: ‘A Non-Negotiable for Us’

Erbert returned to the stage in Hough's Symphony of Dance show on April 14 after undergoing brain surgery in December 2023

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It gets chilly between Derek Hough and his wife Hayley Erbert after they perform onstage — literally!

The couple jointly posted a reel on Instagram on Sunday, April 21, revealing that part of their post-show routine after performing on Hough's Symphony of Dance tour includes a therapeutic ice bath. Sometimes, they take the plunge together.

"After every single show, Derek and I hop into the ice bath to expedite our recovery process," Erbert, 29, wrote in the caption of the video. "Icing after extreme physical activity is a non-negotiable for us."

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They introduced the dancers who are on tour with them in the fun video, which included a challenge to see who could last the longest in the 40-degree bath.

"Someone get Beyoncé on, I'm not kidding," said a dancer named Holden, who lasted three minutes and two seconds in the water.

"Derek's making me do this, guys!" said a dancer named Selena before screaming in the freezing water.

"Don't tell me to slow breathe," she warned someone off-camera. She stayed submerged for just over one minute.

Hough, 38, and Erbert also shared footage of themselves taking an ice bath together outside in Florida on their Instagram Stories on Sunday.

"Having a plunge buddy always makes it easier. Plus this view of downtown Orlando doesn't hurt either," they captioned the video clip, in which Erbert gave her husband a sweet kiss on the shoulder.

Ice baths are a growing trend with celebrities right now. Rita Ora  and  Taika Waititi recently took the plunge with Dutch wellness guru Wim Hof while in Ibiza.

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According to Healthline, potential benefits of ice baths include easing sore muscles, reducing fatigue and improving sleep, reducing inflammation and "train[ing] your vagus nerve" to help quell anxiety.

Erbert made her return to Hough's Symphony of Dance tour on April 14 after being diagnosed with a cranial hematoma  from a burst blood vessel in December 2023.

The So You Think You Can Dance alum had a craniectomy and then underwent cranioplasty surgery  to  "replace a large portion of her skull"  that was removed during the first procedure.

A video on TikTok showed Erbert getting emotional when she received a standing ovation during her first show back after her health crisis.

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