Shrewsbury Prison explore (full video)

Описание: This video is about our day out exploring Shrewsbury prison, It was a really interesting day out, and well worth a visit.

The staff were very experienced in their knowlege, and always happy to talk to you, their conversation was very interesting.

The food in the restaurant was reasonably priced and very enjoyable.
There is also a shop, where you can purchase gifts for friends and family.

Shrewsbury Prison, known as "The Dana," is a former Category B/C prison in Shropshire, England, operating from 1793 to 2013. Designed by Thomas Telford and William Blackburn, it now serves as a top-rated tourist attraction offering guided tours by former officers, ghost tours, and escape experiences. It showcases 200+ years of history, including Victorian, Georgian, and modern cells, as well as execution rooms.

Key Information & History
Location: Situated on Howard Street (SY1 2HP) near the train station.
History: Built in 1793 with expansions in 1868, it replaced a former county gaol. The name "The Dana" originates from the site's history.
Decommissioning: Closed in 2013 by the Ministry of Justice.
Layout: The site contains 194-204 cells, exercise yards, and a Victorian-era structure.

Visitor Information
Tours: Guided tours (90 minutes) are led by former prison officers.
Activities: Offerings include guided tours, interactive "Prison Break" games, and ghost tours.
Facilities: Onsite parking (£5.00), a café/restaurant, and it is largely accessible.
Opening Hours: Generally open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.

Key Areas to Explore
Wings: Two main wings, including A-wing which is reputed to be haunted.
Execution Room: Features the condemned man's cell and the executioner's room, used until 1961.
Punishment & Segregation: Areas for special confinement.
Shrewsbury Prison is known for its immersive, sometimes chilling, and educational look into the history of the British penal system.

Shrewsbury prison address:
Shrewsbury Prison,
The Dana,
Shrewsbury,
Shropshire,
SY1 2HP

Website:

https://www.shrewsburyprison.com/