Shepton Mallet Prison is a World Class tourism experience that inspires people, educating, engaging and immersing visitors through a journey behind bars.
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Our mission is to preserve, protect and promote the history and heritage of Shepton Mallet Prison, by shining a light on prison life from the Jacobean era to the modern day. Visitors are given a unique and immersive prison experience combined with first class customer service. Shepton Mallet Prison was built in 1625 and closed in 2013, making it the countries oldest prison. with over 400 years of history behind its high walls, Shepton Mallet Prison is a must see heritage site.
It's not every day you see someone abseiling down the side of a prison, but SOS Africa made it happen! Several individuals took in the stunning views from the rooftop of our prison before making their descent. Their efforts raised an astonishing £4,983, bringing them close to their £5,000 goal.⛓️🪢
It isn't too late to donate to this cause: https://ow.ly/YX2B50Slr1y
SOS Africa , investing 100% of your donation in the education and care of African children!
Shepton Mallet Prison is titled the Worlds Most Haunted Prison, but what are your thoughts?
Have you ever witnessed any paranormal activity within the walls of this 400 year old building? 👻
Come and find out for yourself, our next Ghost Tour commences this Thursday: https://www.sheptonmalletprison.com/prison-tours/ghost-tour/
Do you think you have what it takes to stay overnight in the Worlds Oldest Prison? 👻
Tag a friend you know wouldn't be...
🌸 Discover Shepton Mallet's Gardens! 🌸
Join us on June 16, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm for a special event by Shepton Snowdrops. Explore beautiful gardens and including our prisons!
Find out more info here: https://ow.ly/neuu50Si6bf)
Enjoy Shepton Mallet's charm and support a great cause! Share your photos with
Can you spot The White Lady? 👀
Dive into the hauntingly beautiful tale of love, mystery, and betrayal here at our prison. The Story Telling Chronicles tells the gripping narrative about the unforgettable story of Ellie, a bride accused, and Bertie, her deceased groom. Chilling whispers and wedding bells overshadowed by suspicion reveal a love story that transcends the veil between life and death.
When are you planning your next visit for?
Art Behind Bars has officially come to an end and what a fantastic two weeks it has been working in collaboration with Alabare for The Burnbake Prison Art Project.
Our prison has been beautifully decorated in prison artwork allowing us to support a great cause! What has your favourite part of Art Behind Bars been? 🖼️
We want to see your favourite 'behind bars' photos. 📸
Share them with us in the comments or drop us a message!
It is your final weekend to make the most of our FREE arts exhibition during Art Behind Bars here behind the walls of Shepton Mallet Prison. 🎨
During your visit why not stay with us for a bit longer and make the most of a Guided Tour or escape room experience. There is something for everyone.
Tag a friend that you would share a prison cell with... ⛓️
How many productions can you name that have been filmed at Shepton Mallet Prison? 🎥
We will start things off with Paddington 2!
Have you ever witnessed prisoner made Art Work? 🎨
Explore a diverse collection of paintings and artworks created by prisoners, brought to you in collaboration with the esteemed Alabaré charity and their transformative Burnbake Prison Art Project.
Our FREE Art Exhibition is running until the 9th June so don't miss out!
Four exciting activities you can get up to this weekend! 👮♂️
⭐ Buy prisoner made art here at our prison and discover a FREE arts exhibition.
⭐ Delve into the trials of Archie during our Story Telling Chronicles.
⭐ Explore the world oldest prison.
What sounds most exciting?
You mustn't forget to bring your four legged friends with you this May Half Term!🐶
Comment your best dog behind bars photos in the comments ⬇️
Do you fancy spending A Night Behind Bars? Tag a friend you would want to bring with you... 🔦
Our next Night Behind Bars event is happening on Friday 7th June where you will find yourself spending the night within the walls of a 400 year old prison. A Guided Tour, a chance to explore and a night of ghost hunting is on the cards... Question is, are you brave enough?
📸Let's start the weekend off with a laugh, show us your prison CELLfies in the comments section.📸
If you haven't got one, then its time to take one: https://ow.ly/fiUI50RIAcu
👮♂️So then... Who is heading into the weekend wearing one of these? 👮♂️
Don't forget to upgrade your visit when attending our FREE Art Exhibition during Art Behind Bars running 25th May - 09th June. Escape Rooms, Guided Tour or Self Guided Tours... Our prison team are awaiting your arrival.
🎨 Dive into a new world within the historic walls of a 400-year-old prison! Experience the magic of an art exhibition like never before—it's FREE and showcases artwork created by prisoners. 25th May - 09th June Don't miss out! 🎨
🖼️As we prepare for Art Behind Bars this weekend, we can't help but admire the beautiful prisoner art work that we will have on display. It really shows the importance of The Burnbake Prison Art Project. 🖼️
Did you know each painting sold, 50% of the proceeds go to the artist themselves? This supports them with sustaining their own work but also gives them a boost in confidence and a sense of self worth... Something we all deserve.
Come and see them for yourself, 25th May - 09th June.
Before visiting Shepton Prison for the first time, what did you expect? And did your visit live up to your expectations?
🖼️⛓️Are you and your family looking to make Half Term plans? Check out what we have going on here at our prison in our recent article. Including FREE art exhibition, immersive activities and insightful tours! 🖼️⛓️
Find out more: https://ow.ly/48iS50RIzzm
Art Behind Bars has arrived at Shepton Mallet Prison for an art exhibition like no other, show casing over 200 prisoners art work.
⛓️🖌️Are you planning on visiting us for Art Behind Bars over the May Half Term? Make the most of our FREE art exhibition but don't forget to upgrade your visit:
👮♂️Book onto a Guided Tour and get a true insight into our prison rich history
👮♂️ Become a real prisoner and take on the challenge of our Escape Rooms.
👮♂️ Take your time to wander our prison at your own leisure during a Self Guided Tour.
What will you be upgrading your visit to?
⛓️Victorian Hard Labour is something nobody want to have to experience again. Oakum Picking, The Crank and the dreaded Tread Wheel were just some of the hard labour activities inmates had to participate in. ⛓️
Now, who can tell us how many hours a day inmates spent on the treadmill?
🎨 Ever experienced the magic of an art exhibition? No? Well, here's your chance to delve into a whole new world, right within the historic walls of a 400-year-old prison. But wait, it gets even better! This exhibition is not just any exhibition—it's a FREE showcase of artwork created by prisoners. 🎨
Join us for Art Behind Bars: https://www.sheptonmalletprison.com/events/art-behind-bars/
🎨 Art Behind Bars, explore over 200 original artworks during a FREE exhibition at Shepton Mallet Prison.
Wander through a captivating collection of paintings and artworks by prisoners, in collaboration with Albaré charity and the Burnbake Prison Art Project.
⛓️ Witness rarely displayed prisoner-created art, a testament to resilience and expression in challenging environments.
⛓️Support a Great Cause, your visit directly contributes to the rehabilitation and creative expression of incarcerated individuals, fostering positive change.
🚀 Upgrade Your Experience whilst visiting the Art Behind Bars Exhibition and between Self-Guided or Guided Tours to delve deeper into the prison's rich history. For a different adventure, join our adrenaline charged escape rooms.
Find out more: https://ow.ly/MSHM50RI1ul
🪢Are you brave enough to be able to join the Shepton Mallet Prison Abseil? 🪢 SOS Africa
Find out more here: https://ow.ly/om4r50RBRU0
‼️You can take just one item in with you... What are you taking?‼️
⛓️Caption this photo... ⛓️
Funny captions only!
⛓️An exciting announcement will be coming in the next few days... ⛓️
Quick question, have you made your plans for Half Term yet? 😉
Shepton Mallet Prison, Frithfield Lane
Shepton Mallet
BA45FQ
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| Tuesday | 10am - 5pm |
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| Friday | 10am - 5pm |
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Do you think you have what it takes to stay overnight in the Worlds Oldest Prison? 👻 Tag a friend you know wouldn't be...
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⛓️ It is time to venture somewhere new! Guided Tours are the perfect day out for the whole family! Tag a family member or friend you want to send to prison with you! ⛓️ #Guidedtours #Sheptonmalletprison #Sheptonprison
The question of whether the death penalty should be a part of our justice system has been a divisive one around the globe. Hear both sides and make a decision for yourself in episode 10 of 'Life Behind Bars', where we explore the pros and cons of the death penalty. Watch it here:https://ow.ly/muVV50PJbbk Or listen here: https://ow.ly/bj5M50PJbbm #DeathPenaltyDebate #JusticeSystem #CapitalPunishment #LifeBehindBars #CriminalJustice #SocialJustice #PublicOpinion #HumanRights #Documentary
In episode 9 of Life Behind Bars, we explore the complexities of the court system and gain insight into the fascinating process of assessing the guilt or innocence of individuals charged with manslaughter or murder with diminished responsibility. Watch it here: https://ow.ly/UlLn50PJb1z Or listen here: https://ow.ly/FxPL50PJb1A #LifeBehindBars #TrueCrime #CourtSystem #Manslaughter #Murder #DiminishedResponsibility #Justice #Innocence #Guilty
In episode 8 of Life Behind Bars, we take a closer look into prison labour. Is it right that prisoners work? What is the reality of prison labour and the ethical questions it raises? Watch now to find out. Watch it here: https://ow.ly/2FtK50PJarv Or listen here: https://ow.ly/c0tk50PJaru #LifeBehindBars #PrisonLabour #EthicalQuestions #IncarcerationReform #CriminalJusticeSystem #JusticeBehindBars #PrisonerRights
Discover the unique combination of religion and holidays behind prison walls on the seventh episode of Life Behind Bars! From prayer circles to holiday festivities, get a glimpse into how spirituality and celebrations take form inside the prison system. Watch it here: https://ow.ly/Eymc50PJa7n Or listen here: https://ow.ly/Ul7c50PJa7o #LifeBehindBars #PrisonSpirituality #IncarcerationRevelations #FaithBehindBars #HolidayInPrison #PrisonLife #SpiritualJourney #InsideTheSystem #PrisonCelebrations
It's a scary thought, but prisons don't always go according to plan. Things can quickly turn for the worse during a prison riot. Check out the latest episode of Life Behind Bars to see what can happen when prisons go wrong. Watch it here: https://ow.ly/WTG250PJ9ZM Or listen here: https://ow.ly/iyYa50PJ9ZL #lifebehindbars #PrisonRiot #PrisonLife #BehindBars #PrisonBreakdown #PrisonTroubles #TrueCrime #Incarceration #CriminalJustice
Today on Life Behind Bars, we're exploring the realities of criminal justice around the world. From those incarcerated to the rehabilitation process, discover how the justice systems of different countries compare—and contrast! Watch here: https://ow.ly/mAzo50PJ9yA Or listen here: https://ow.ly/kyPP50PJ9yB #LifeBehindBars #CriminalJustice #GlobalJustice #JusticeAroundTheWorld #Incarceration #RehabilitationProcess #JusticeSystemComparison #JusticeSystemContrast #PrisonLife #JusticeMatters
Prison sentences can have devastating outcomes. Take a look at what the faces behind the bars have to go through on the fourth episode of Life Behind Bars! It's also worth noting that you can experience what prisoners may have felt like behind bars at Shepton Mallet Prison. Operators of the prison attraction, Cove Group, have done many brilliant things for the site to enhance the attraction and the visitor experience. Watch here: https://ow.ly/J3Hl50PJaLh Or listen here: https://ow.ly/GGKF50PJaLg #LifeBehindBars #PrisonSentences #BehindBars #Incarceration #CriminalJustice #PrisonLife #Inmates #PrisonSystem #CrimeAndPunishment
Prison roles come with their own unique set of challenges and responsibilities. Discover the different sides of the bars and see what life looks like from the perspective of officers, inmates, and families in episode 3 of Life Behind Bars! Watch here: https://ow.ly/Z4NQ50PJ9pY Or listen here: https://ow.ly/EwQk50PJ9pZ #PrisonLife #BehindBars #PrisonOfficers #InmatesPerspective #FamilyStruggles #PrisonChallenges #PrisonDocumentary #TrueStories #LifeBehindBars #LifeInside
Serial killers have historically been the most notorious and feared criminals, from Harold Shipman to Fred & Rosemary West. But what makes them tick, and why are we so fascinated by them? Our panel of former prisoner Officer Goodwin, prison attraction owner Joel S Campbell. and ex-prison phycologist Emma Bassett discuss serial killers in depth. Watch Episode 2 of Life Behind Bars now. Watch here: https://ow.ly/l6KS50PJ9lv Or listen here: https://ow.ly/I1l350PJ9lu #lifebehindbars #serialkillers #truecrime #criminalminds #crimelovers #psychologybehindkillers #infamouscriminals #crimeseries
Are you curious about what life in prison is really like? 🤔 Check out 'Life Behind Bars', a brand new series with former Prison Officer Goodwin, Prison Phycologist Emma Bassett & prison attraction owner Joel S Campbell. Hear their unique perspectives and get an insight into how prisons operate worldwide. Get ready for an intriguing journey into the unknown world of life behind bars! 🔐 Watch here: https://ow.ly/mHmu50Qf0sx Or listen here: https://ow.ly/NbCt50Qf0sv #LifeBehindBars #CriminalJusticeSystem #PrisonLife #BehindBars
Are you ready to go behind bars? 🤔 Our brand new podcast video show, 'Life Behind Bars', is here! Catch the FIRST episode on Monday to get a unique and insightful look into the stories, struggles, and triumphs of those who have been behind bars. #LifeBehindBars #NewShow #MondayMotivation
There's still time for you to Escape The Ordinary this May Half Term! 🗝️⛓️ Why not enjoy a Half Term to remember; immerse yourself in one of our #Activities, #Tours or #Events with a FREE* Self-Guided Tour Included (T&C's Apply) 🎟️ https://www.sheptonmalletprison.com/tickets/ #MayHalfTerm #MayHalfTermFun #TheWorldsOldestPrison #Somerset #SomersetLife #DecomissionedPrison #PrisonLife
👨👩👧👦 Shepton Mallet Prison is excited to announce we are back with more fantastic family friendly discounts this February half term. 👨👩👧👦 From the 11th - 26th of February, a maximum of 2 FREE child tickets are permitted for every 1 paying adult for Self-Guided Tours. Learn more about this fantastic value for money promotional offer and book here: https://www.sheptonmalletprison.com/february-promo-2023/ #SheptonMalletPrison #HalfTerm #FebruaryHalfTerm #KidsGoFree #BehindBars #VisitSomerset #HalfTermPromotionalOffer #PromotionalOffer #SheptonMallet #SchoolHalfTerm
🧑🎨Last month Shepton Mallet Prison had the pleasure of hosting another new and exciting exhibition, 'Outside In,' as part of Somerset Art Works's Somerset Art Weeks Festival 2022.🎨 Since the exhibition ended, we have been looking back on the week and the phenomenal response we've had from visitors, which can be read here: https://www.sheptonmalletprison.com/news/art-behind-bars-outside-in/ 🎉One of the exhibition's many highlights was a visit from Mr Bill and Betty Blockhead, who transformed cell 4 into 'Bubbles (Lemon) Club.' #SheptonMalletPrison #ArtBehindBars #SomersetArtWeeks #Exhibition #CellClub
💪We've done it again🏆 Shepton Mallet Prison have received a Travellers' Choice Award 2022, meaning millions of Tripadvisor visitors place this attraction in the top 10% worldwide. We'd like to say a huge thank you to all of our customers, past and present for your reviews and support, we couldn't have achieved it without you all! 🙏 #SheptonMalletPrison #TravelersChoice #TravelersChoice2022 #Tripadvisor #Top10 #Thankyou
We are excited to announce a special guest visit on Sunday 7th August! 🏆The award winning blogger and freelance copywriter Slummy Single Mummy✍️ Our special guest will be taking part in our new state-of-the-art escape rooms and sharing her experience as well as a unique discount code on her Instagram! The first 100 to book using the code will receive a discounted escape room visit.⛓🧩 🤔Who will be joining her in paying us a visit? #SheptonMalletPrison #EscapeRooms #TheCell #TheHole #Influencer #influencersofinstagram
Preserving, protecting and promoting the history and heritage of Shepton Mallet Prison, by shining a light on prison life from the Georgian era to the modern day. Visitors are given a unique and immersive prison experience combined with first class customer service.
We have created a World-renowned tourism experience that inspires people, educating, engaging and encouraging visitors through a journey behind bars.
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