Peterhead Prison Museum, Prison museum in Peterhead, Scotland.
The granite walls of this former correctional facility contain six acres of exhibit spaces, including cell blocks, courtyards, and administrative sections.
From 1888 to 2013, this facility operated as Scotland's primary prison, housing inmates who worked in nearby quarries and contributed to harbor construction.
The museum preserves authentic recordings of prison officers sharing their experiences and daily routines during their service at this maximum-security facility.
The museum operates from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM during summer months and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in winter, with guided audio tours included.
In 1987, this prison required SAS intervention during a four-day siege when inmates took control of D wing and held an officer hostage.
Location: Aberdeenshire
Address: South Rd, Peterhead AB42 2ZX
Phone: 01779581060
Website: https://peterheadprisonmuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 57.49124,-1.79272
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:53
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