Guided Prison Tour for Two

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Spend some time behind bars for the world’s most interactive prison tour. For a fascinating insight into more than 400 years of history, you’ll follow an ex-prison guard (who once managed the very wings you’ll be walking) behind the scenes of at one of three historic prisons.

You’ll follow in the footsteps of those on the wrong side of the law. Starting your sentence, you’ll be processed through reception before heading out to the wings and into the general population. Visit never-before-seen areas of the prison, where you’ll learn about the inmates, daily life, visits and prison work as well as the grisly side of history complete with stomach-turning tales of execution.

If you’re feeling brave, there’s even the chance for a ‘Closed Cell’ experience, which involves entering cells and having the door locked behind you, hopefully the closest you’ll ever get to be a prisoner for real!

What's Included?

• Guided Prison Tour for Two
• Go behind the scenes of a historic prison
• Led by an ex-prison guard
• Learn about the daily life and grisly history
• Opportunity to be locked in a cell
• Experience gift pack
• Cancellation indemnity

What happens on the day?

On arrival, you’ll meet your ex-prison guard guide for your pre-booked tour of the prison.

Go behind the scenes and follow the journey of a general population inmate, from processing through to the cells.

Participant guidelines

• Minimum age: 16
• There is no wheelchair access on the tours
• Tours involve approximately one mile of walking and includes approximately 200 stairs
• The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary

Availability

Tours run Tuesday and Thursday at 15.00 and Saturday and Sunday at 12.00 and 15.00 throughout the year. Exclusions may apply.

We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.

Please allow 2 hours for the full experience

What should I wear?

You are advised to wear comfortable clothing. There are a lot of stairs so sensible footwear is advised.

What about insurance?

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

Locations

Shropshire – Shrewsbury

Somerset - Shepton Mallet

Please Note: If you're purchasing a NEW Experience you will be entitled to the validity stated within this description. If/when you are within 3 months of the voucher expiry date and there are still restrictions in place, Virgin Experience Days are offering free extensions to allow the customer to use at a later date. They are reviewing this regularly in line with Government advice and updates.