Had my hen here! Wanted to visit the prison for a very long time and I'm so chuffed my girls booked the escape room! We got out 4 mins to spear. The staff are so friendly fun! definitely love the job and I can see why! They made it so fun! Can't wait to come back and see you all again!

Excellent place to visit, the staff extremely helpful and friendly. Follow car parking signs onto the site plenty of free parking. If you have limited mobility, suggest following the sign for cafe in the car park and park next to the rear entrance which is sign posted.

Phenomenal experience, we did the self guided tour. Plenty to see, lots of information boards. It was very quiet when we visited, so made the experience even more atmospheric. The execution suite is very interesting, you can see a lot of work has been put into the prison since it became an attraction. Shame we cant see B and D wings. We shall be returning again in July without our kids so we can look properly 😀 all the staff who we met were very friendly and helpful. Also the price is very fair for the experience you get. Keep up the great work.

If you are looking for a day out that is as educational as it is atmospheric, Shrewsbury Prison is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you arrive, the experience is top-notch; the gentleman at the front desk was incredibly informative, setting the perfect tone for the tour with a warm welcome and a wealth of background knowledge. The site is steeped in social history, having served as a Victorian jail until it was finally decommissioned in 2013. Walking through the gates feels like stepping back in time, as much of the prison remains exactly as it was when the last inmates left. Highlights from the visit The prison is a labyrinth of fascinating, sobering, and architecturally striking spaces. Here are a few things to look out for: The Victorian Wings: The scale of the main wings is massive. Looking up, you’ll see an impressive glass skylight roof supported by massive timber rafters, which floods the metal walkways and safety netting below with natural light—a sharp contrast to the cramped conditions of the cells. Seeing the living quarters firsthand really brings the reality of prison life home. The cells are stark, featuring heavy doors with small viewing hatches, narrow bunk beds with simple blue mattresses, and the iconic, utilitarian gray plastic toilet units. The Courtyards: Even the exterior is imposing. The red-brick Victorian architecture and high-walled courtyards remind you just how secure and isolated this "city within a city" once was. Whether you are a history buff, a fan of crime dramas (parts of the BBC's shows were filmed here!), or just looking for something unique to do, this place delivers. It is definitely worth a visit for the stories, the facts, and the incredible preservation of such a significant piece of UK heritage.

Definitely a lot to take in but well worth a visit. We spent around 2h looking around everything and taking in information on signs etc. All the staff were really friendly and welcoming. There are a lot of steep steps up to higher floors so those with mobility issues may struggle to see the full effect of the prison. Some of the signs are a little out of date now but not to the point of it being an issue. It's definitely an unusual attraction but I would recommend it to visitors to the local area.