HM Prison Usk, Victorian correctional facility in Usk, United Kingdom
HM Prison Usk is a correctional facility in Usk, Wales, built from red sandstone with three main wings extending from a central rotunda. Two polygonal towers frame the entrance, creating a distinctive architectural composition that dates back to the 19th century.
The prison was built in 1841 and first opened in 1844 as a House of Correction under a different name. Over the decades, it evolved into its present role as a Category C facility.
The prison maintains a multi-faith chaplaincy team and offers educational programs including trade training, woodcraft instruction, and basic skills development for inmates.
Visiting this working prison facility requires advance permission and booking, as it remains an active correctional institution. It is best to contact the facility directly beforehand to understand access conditions and any specific requirements.
The building follows the panopticon design principle, allowing all inmates to be observed from a single point in the central rotunda. This architectural approach to surveillance was remarkably progressive when the facility was first built.
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