HM Prison Shepton Mallet, Military prison in Shepton Mallet, England
The stone fortress features thick walls, barred windows, and multiple cell blocks arranged around a central courtyard within its Grade II listed structure.
Established in 1625 under King James I's Bridewell Act, this facility served as both a civilian prison and later as a military detention center during World War II.
The prison maintains execution chambers, original cell blocks, and exercise yards that demonstrate British penal system evolution from the 17th through 20th centuries.
Guided tours operate daily from 10 AM to 5 PM, allowing visitors to explore three floors of cells, corridors, and execution facilities.
During World War II, the prison stored valuable national documents, including the Magna Carta, while simultaneously housing American military inmates.
Location: Shepton Mallet
Inception: 1625
Official opening: 1625
Website: https://sheptonmalletprison.com
GPS coordinates: 51.19060,-2.54323
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:31
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