Guided Tour of Shepton Mallet Prison
Tours and excursions
Ticket e-voucher
Non Refundable
Shepton Mallet Prison, also known as Cornhill, has a long and storied history. In fact, it goes even further back than the English Civil War!
During this guided tour of the roughly 400 year old prison, you'll join a guide with encyclopaedic knowledge of the jail and its past.
Description
Along the way you'll see cells and even visit the building that housed the treadwheel – a machine powered by men and used as a form of punishment in the Victorian era. During the Second World War, Shepton Mallet Prison was converted to a military prison and during that time an execution block was constructed. Make sure you ask your guide about tha...
What's Included
- * Guided tour of Shepton Mallet Prison
- * Parking (available on-site for £3)
- * Beverages (available on-site)
Important informations
- * Children are allowed but parental guidance is recommended as some of the content may be unsuitable * You are welcome to spend time before or after (or both) the tour to explore the site * Children under 5 can enter for free, no ticket is needed * There is no wheelchairs access Show your smartphone ticket at the entrance. * Wearing warm clothes is recommended as the inside of the prison can be cold
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.