HM Prison Swansea, Category B/C men's prison in Sandfields, Swansea, Wales
The prison structure stands in central Swansea with six units accommodating 500 inmates, offering educational programs and vocational training facilities.
Built between 1845 and 1861 to replace the former prison at Swansea Castle, the facility held both male and female inmates until 1922.
The prison maintains rehabilitation programs through workshops, recycling units, and kitchen facilities while supporting mental health through the Prisoner Listener Scheme.
Located on Oystermouth Road, one mile from the train station, the prison offers social visits during specified hours and requires advance booking.
Between 1858 and 1958, fifteen judicial executions occurred at the prison, with Vivian Teed being the last person executed at the facility.
Location: Swansea
Inception: 1861
Official opening: 1861
GPS coordinates: 51.61500,-3.94900
Latest update: March 18, 2025 18:54
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