Shrewsbury Prison Guided Tour

4.9 · Exceptional(44 reviews)
Free cancellation available
Service animals welcome

Walk in the footsteps of prisoners who have been residents of the wings during the last 200 years. Discover what happens behind the high walls and locked doors. Experience the hidden world of capital punishment and see first-hand where executions took place.

​Shrewsbury Prison conducts guided tours run by ex-prison officers who once managed these prisons. Our two-hour tours give you the opportunity to view our historic buildings and learn more about their history dating back to 1793.

What's included

  • Entry ticket to Shrewsbury Prison
  • Guide

Languages spoken by guide

English (UK)

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Itinerary information

Location

Departure point
Shrewsbury Prison, The Dana, Shrewsbury, SY1 2HP
End point
Shrewsbury Prison, The Dana, Shrewsbury, SY1 2HP

User ratings

4.9 · Exceptional(44 reviews)
Good value
4.9
Facilities
4.6
Quality of service
4.9
Ease of access
4.9

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