Shrewsbury Prison Guided Tour

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.

Follow in the footsteps of ex-convicts during a tour of Shrewsbury Prison, home to over 200 years worth of history. You’ll explore the former jail with a prison office who once managed the wings, for the inside scoop on what used to occur within the walls. You’ll hear tales about capital punishment and see the spots on which executions took place.

• Get a unique glimpse into Shrewsbury Prison on a tour with an ex-prison officer
• Discover tales of crime and capital punishment you're unlikely to hear elsewhere
• Choose a morning or afternoon start time that suits you
• Delve into the building's 200-year history