Sentence Your Family To A Prison Adventure, Kids Go Free & Eat Free This Summer* Plan Your Visit
Unlock a summer of discovery at Shrewsbury Prison. Wander freely through the prison wings, step inside authentic cells and explore the prison at your own pace as you uncover the stories of those who once lived and worked here.
The Cell is a fully immersive escape experience set inside a real prison cell.
Shrewsbury Prison is one of the largest and most complete surviving Victorian prisons in Britain, operational until 2013 and preserved at scale. A Guided Tour is the most immersive way to explore this extraordinary prison.
Step inside this historic prison once the doors are closed and the lights are low. As silence settles and shadows deepen, stories of past lives, unexplained encounters and reported paranormal activity begin to surface.
Night Behind Bars is a 12 hour overnight stay at one of The UK’s Most Haunted Jails!
We’re thrilled to announce that Shrewsbury Prison has once again been awarded the Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Award, marking 9 consecutive years of recognition! An Achievement Worth Celebrating This incredible achievement places Shrewsbury Prison among the top 10% of things to do globally and it’s all thanks to consistently glowing reviews from our visitors over […]
Read ArticleFamilies looking for a different day out during the school holidays can visit Shrewsbury Prison this summer with children receiving free entry as part of the attraction’s Summer Family Offer: Kids Go Free & Eat Free. Available until 1 September 2026, the offer allows up to two children aged 5–15 to receive free Prison Entry […]
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