Shrewsbury Prison Guided Tour
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Birmingham, England
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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
What's Included
- Guide
- Entry ticket to Shrewsbury Prison
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Shrewsbury PrisonThe Dana, Shrewsbury SY1 2HP, UK
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
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Shrewsbury Prison
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- We are dog friendly
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 2,768 reviews
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Patricia_H, Jun 2026
Very interesting and really enjoyed the experience. .The guide was very knowledgeable and held our attention.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear that you found your visit to Shrewsbury Prison so interesting and that you thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
It's great to know that your guide's knowledge and storytelling kept you engaged throughout the tour. Our team are passionate about sharing the prison's fascinating history, and it's always rewarding to hear when visitors leave having enjoyed and learned from the experience.
Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back to Shrewsbury Prison again in the future.
Jo_C, May 2026
Really interesting and worth the guided tour. Even though lived in Shrewsbury until I was 40 never been inside. Used to walk past when visiting my gran in castlefiekds.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your review. We're so pleased to hear that you found your visit to Shrewsbury Prison interesting and worthwhile, especially having passed the prison so many times over the years without ever going inside.
It's always fascinating for local visitors to finally experience the prison firsthand and discover the history hidden behind the walls. We're glad you enjoyed the guided tour and found it added to the experience.
Thank you again for visiting and for sharing your memories of Shrewsbury with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Nicola_P, May 2026
Well worth doing the guide around the prison. We were lucky enough to have Alex who was very knowledgeable and interesting to listen to.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you Nicola for your review! We will be sure to pass along your praise as Alex should be proud - he certainly is very informative and is always more than happy to answer any questions that arise. In the future, perhaps we can interest you in checking out one of our Ghost Tours next?
ian_s, May 2026
Have an open mind, if you enjoy your history its very enjoyable. Also take your time after the tour to explore the jail on your own reading all the notices.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you Ian for your thoughtful review! We are glad to see that you have really enjoyed your experience with us, even if it's different to what you were expecting. We will be sure to pass along your feedback to all those involved.
Jackie_H, Mar 2026
Had a fantastic time and Sarah the guide was amazing at telling us the history, very interesting visit, considering the overnight stay, Sharon on front desk was brilliant with helping us choose our photo's, lovely all round experience.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you Jackie for your terrific review! We can confirm that Sarah is very passionate, and is always more than happy to answer any questions you may have. We will be sure to pass along your feedback to both Sarah and Sharon as they ought to be proud. In the future, why not check out our Ghost Tour next?
IAN_R, Nov 2025
Don't do the self guided tour,pay a little extra,and go with a tour guide,we'll worth it,vert interesting and informative
Gary_W, Nov 2025
Alex our Tour guide was very informative knowledgeable and entertaining. Would highly recommend a visit.
Sarah_G, Jun 2025
Our guide was amazing! He was very informative. He used me for a demonstration in the pillory which made my day! I can't remember his name but we were there June 29th at the 2:30pm tour. Would definitely recommend!
Olivia_A, Jun 2025
Loved the experience. The guide Graham was very knowledgeable but also made learning about the prison and history enjoyable for both adults and children. I felt the tour was the right amount of time, with education and also given own time to look around the areas of the prison.
The staff, in general were polite , friendly and ready to help.
Overall experience was brilliant.
Thank you to everyone who worked there. Would be inclined to get a ghost tour next! :D
Terri_Y, Jan 2025
Recommend having a guided tour. Michael gave a real insight into prison life drawing on his own experience as a prison guard. It really is cold, wear 2 pairs of socks! The cafe serves good portions of food at a reasonable price. All staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely visit again!
Jon_D, Dec 2024
Excellent time, guided tour was great our tour guide Dan was very knowledgeable and made made it fun and interesting.
Samantha_S, Dec 2024
We really enjoyed this trip. Andy brought the prison to life with his great knowledge and stories from the past! Very, very interesting and Andy had a good sense of humour.
Certainly recommend tour guide.
Also value for money.
Andy took care whilst imparting information, especially the horrors behind hanging and what’s involved.
Thank you.
James_M, Oct 2024
Our tour guide Dan, was very informative and gave us the history of the prison. Definitely would recommend taking the guided tour.
Julie_P, Oct 2024
Excellent guided tour provided by Dan who was very knowledgeable and made the tour enjoyable with his wit and stories. Would highly recommend
Ian_D, Oct 2024
Our guide Michael, told about his personal experiences from his time working as a Prison Officer; which added his very personal insight into what was a very good tour.
Nigel_L, Oct 2024
Fantastic guide, really knowledgeable and approachable.
The insider look at the inside is fascinating and eye opening.
The story of how the prison and prison system has changed over the years is educational and informative.
Paul_P, Sep 2024
This was one of the best tours my wife and I have ever taken, our guide was Donna and she was excellent and made the experience so interesting. The time flew past and we were the last to leave having read every piece of information on all the wall posters.
Danielle_P, Sep 2024
Value for money, informative but enjoyable! Would highly recommend. Graham was a great host that engaged with the audience.
Kath_M, Sep 2024
Michael was an excellent tour guide … fascinating amusing stories …. I came away with a much better understanding of the prison service past & present … all in all a great way to spend 11/2 hrs
All staff very pleasant & helpful ….
Carol_M, Aug 2024
The guided tour given by Mike, an x prison officer with 30 years l experience was incredibly interesting & inciteful. It gave us a history of this prison & the prison system &prison life, as we toured the different areas of the prison.
In his talk, Michael explained things really clearly & used many anecdotes
& his love of the job was evident in his enthusiastic presentation.
We’d highly recommend this guided tour. It was most enjoyable.,
Rebecca_W, Aug 2024
We went to Shrewsbury prison tour experience and Graham was our tour lead. He was very knowledgeable and funny. He made the experience very enjoyable and we learnt a lot. There was a mix our people on the tour and everyone seemed like they enjoyed it. Good to have a look around and learn something new! Would recommend.
Karen_E, Aug 2024
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and kept the visit interesting. The building was kept original which gave you a good I sight to prison life
ian_b, Aug 2024
a great experience all over and the history of these places are daunting. it makes you realise the importance of staying on the right side of the law.
Linda_G, Aug 2024
Interesting and enjoyable. Our guide Charlotte was very knowledgeable but quite softly spoken so we could not hear everything she said
Joanne_D, Aug 2024
Absolutly brilliant ,Charlotte our prison guide was brilliant, friendly n knew her stuff,will be going back for nighttime paranormal investigations
Paul_J, Aug 2024
Really educational and well run guided visit.
Me and my friend really enjoyed it. Well worth a visit !
Mariusz_K, Aug 2024
Great and original experience for the whole family with lots of activities, it also great city to visit after the prison guide.
Sylvia_S, Jul 2024
The tour guide was excellent and brought to life the history of the prison and the changes made in prison life over the centuries. Very interesting. Would recommend you wear something warm because it’s cold in there!
Kate_D, Jun 2024
Graham, our guide, was really great. He brought the prison alive with stories from history as well as his own experience of being a prison guard there. It was very enjoyable tour. Lunch in the canteen was very nice too. And I must say all of the staff were super lovely and welcoming. Thank you for a lovely Sunday afternoon x
Sue_W, Jun 2024
We had an excellent very knowledgable guide. I have already recommended the tour to others on our camp site. So interesting definately worth a visit
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