Point of interest
HMP Shepton Mallet
23 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Marsha
August 26, 2019
An old dis-used prison, now open to the public.
Jo
March 2, 2022
Experience a 400 year old prison, where across four wings there are 168 cells, housing up to 650 men and women. Explore the Reception where new prisoners were processed, the exercise yard - made famous in films such as The Shawshank Redemption - and feel the atmosphere in the darkest part of the prison, the Execution Room, which was still used up until 1945. Our Guided Tours are run by real former Prison Officers and industry experts, who will give you first-hand insight into the crimes committed by inmates and daily life in this fascinating prison. Addition activities include archery, escape room challenges & icombat. Located at Shelton Mallet which is approximately 20 mins from The Apple Store.
Experience a 400 year old prison, where across four wings there are 168 cells, housing up to 650 men and women. Explore the Reception where new prisoners were processed, the exercise yard - made famous in films such as The Shawshank Redemption - and feel the atmosphere in the darkest part of the pr…
Jeremy
January 27, 2019
The oldest prison in Britain! Guided tours available
Anne-Marie
November 12, 2021
built in 1610 following on Act introduced by King James I, which stated that all counties had to have their own ‘House of Correction’; Shepton Mallet was the oldest working prison in the United Kingdom ...
Caroline & Tim
February 6, 2020
Thoroughly enjoyable and informative, a visit to the prison makes for an interesting few hours whether you opt for a guided tour from an ex prison officer or a self guided tour.
Location
Frithfield Lane
Shepton Mallet, England