Bodmin Jail

Bodmin

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Halloween takes over Bodmin Jail this October with family frights, ghostly encounters & after-dark experiences

  • SPECIAL OFFER: Save 60% off kids tickets with 1 adult & 1 child for just £22!
  • Go Darker Guided Tour | 1st - 31st October: Delve deeper into Cornwall’s darker past with stories of crime, punishment, executions and the people who lived behind the jail’s walls. Tours run at 9:30am, 11:00am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm.
  • Ghost Walks | Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday: Explore Bodmin Jail after dark while hearing stories of reported hauntings, paranormal encounters and chilling events from its history. Recommended for ages 12+.
  • The Haunted Gallery | 1st - 31st October: Explore famous hauntings, paranormal phenomena and ghostly stories from Bodmin Jail and around the world. Included with Self-Guided Entry.
  • Trick or Treat Halloween Trail | 17th - 31st October: Follow the trail through the jail, tackle games, puzzles and riddles and claim a prize from the gift shop. Included with Self-Guided Entry.

Save 20% off Bodmin Jail tickets & unlock over 250 years of Cornwall's dark history

Built in 1779, Bodmin Jail is one of Cornwall's most atmospheric historic attractions, bringing the gripping stories of Georgian and Victorian crime and punishment to life through immersive experiences, guided tours and paranormal adventures.

  • Explore Bodmin Jail at your own pace with a Self-Guided Experience
  • Step into the immersive Dark Walk and journey through over 250 years of prison history
  • Join an expert-led Guided Experience and dig deeper into the crimes, courthouse and gallows
  • Uncover real stories in the Jail's historic cells, corridors and execution pit
  • Discover the Jail after dark with Ghost Walks and paranormal experiences
  • Choose a History or Paranormal Audio Tour with Self-Guided Entry

Whether you're here for the history or ready to explore its more supernatural side, Bodmin Jail gives you plenty of ways to step behind the walls and discover the stories that still echo through this historic Cornish prison.

 Choose your sentence: history, mystery or something a little darker...

  • Self-Guided Experiences: Explore at your own pace, experience the immersive Dark Walk and uncover stories throughout the Jail's cells, corridors and execution pit
  • Guided Experiences: Join Bodmin Jail's award-winning tour guides for a deeper journey from the harsh Bloody Code to Cornwall's last execution in 1909
  • Ghost Experiences: Explore the Jail's supernatural side with Ghost Walks, candlelit stories and paranormal investigations
  • Audio Tours: Choose the History or Paranormal Audio Tour with Self-Guided Entry and bring your own headphones

Get ready to discover the real people, real crimes and dark stories behind one of Cornwall's most fascinating historic attractions

Start with the Dark Walk, where immersive projection, sound and storytelling take you through more than 250 years of prison history. From there, discover the historic Jail itself and uncover stories of crime, punishment and penal reform.

How deep you go is up to you. Explore independently, join a knowledgeable guide for a closer look at the Jail's history, or return after dark for one of Bodmin Jail's ghostly experiences.

  • The Dark Walk: Journey through over 250 years of prison history using immersive projection, sound and storytelling
  • Self-Guided Experiences: Explore the fascinating history of Bodmin Jail at your own pace
  • Guided Experiences: Hear the stories behind the crimes, courthouse, gallows and Cornwall's last execution
  • Ghost Walks: Hear true ghost stories by candlelight and explore another side of the historic Jail
  • Paranormal Experiences: Go further with overnight paranormal investigations and real paranormal equipment
  • Audio Tours: Hear more of the Jail's history or discover its paranormal stories as you explore

Explore one of the best all-weather attractions in Cornwall

Whether you're local to Cornwall or you're visiting this stunning county, there's always a good chance of a bit of rain. And if you're looking for things to in Bodmin when it's raining, we think Bodmin Jail is one of the best wet weather attractions you can visit. 

Sounds pretty amazing, right? We think it's about time you booked your tickets to Bodmin Jail now. Have fun and remember, be good! 

Location

Bodmin Jail

Berrycoombe Road,
Bodmin,
Cornwall,
PL31 2NR
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How to find us

Bodmin Jail is located just a couple of minutes from the town centre and can be found either by Sat-Nav or by following the brown tourism directional signs once you reach Bodmin.

For Sat-Nav, please use the postcode PL31 2PL

By car:

There are a number of car parks available locally:

  • Camel Trail Car Park - PL31 2NR. Please allow for a five-minute walk
  • Berrycombe Road Car Park - PL31 2NP. Please allow for a seven-minute walk
  • Dennison Road Car Park - PL31 2LL. Pay and display, short stay car park with 62 spaces. Please allow for an eight-minute walk
  • Priory Car Park - PL31 2DQ. Priory Car Park is a pay and display car park for approximately 150 cars with additional spaces adjacent to the Football Club.  Please allow for a 14-minute walk
  • Fore Street Car Park - PL31 2DB. Pay and display with both long and short term car parking.  Please allow for a 16-minute walk

By bus: 

The local bus route will not take you directly the jail, but it will drop you off in Bodmin Town; an easy 10-minute walk away. We recommend that you check bus times with First Group before your visit. Please note that buses are only frequent in high season.

By train: 

Bodmin Parkway is on the mainline through Cornwall and is situated four miles outside of Bodmin Town. You will need to catch a bus or arrange a taxi for the journey from station to jail/Bodmin Town. To check for the latest train times and to plan your journey, please visit Trainline.

By bike: 

The jail is situated along the popular Camel Trail cycle route which runs from Padstow, through Wadebridge to Bodmin Town centre. You'll find the jail at the end of the trail!  Please note there are limited secure bike racks at the jail.

Facilities
  • Moor Café
  • Curiosities Gift Shop
  • Platform lifts providing alternative access through sections of the attraction
  • Accessible WC in the Naval Wing
  • Level Dark Walk route
  • Mobility drop-off available at the attraction's front gate
  • Gift shop with level or ramped access
  • Visitor parking close to the attraction
More Info
Is Bodmin Jail wheelchair accessible?

Much of Bodmin Jail is wheelchair accessible, with lifts and platform lifts available along the visitor route. The Dark Walk route is level, although some original historic doorways are approximately 75cm wide. An accessible toilet is also available in the Naval Wing.

What age is Bodmin Jail suitable for?

Bodmin Jail is suitable for all ages, although parental discretion is advised. Some areas feature darkness, loud sounds, flashing lights and immersive effects which younger or more sensitive visitors may find intense. The Paranormal Audio Tour is recommended for ages 10+.

Does Bodmin Jail offer carer tickets? If so, how do I book a carer ticket?

Yes. One carer can enter free when accompanying a disabled visitor who requires support. Select the appropriate disabled ticket and bring valid supporting evidence dated within the last two years, such as a Blue Badge, Access Card, PIP or DLA award letter.

Is there food and drink at Bodmin Jail?

Yes. Moor Café at Bodmin Jail serves food and drink and can be visited by attraction guests and visitors without an attraction ticket.

How long do you need at Bodmin Jail?

Allow approximately 1.5–2 hours to explore Bodmin Jail. You may want to leave additional time to visit Moor Café and the gift shop.

Does Bodmin Jail have parking?

Visitor parking is available at Berrycoombe Car Park, a pay-and-display car park approximately a five-minute walk from Bodmin Jail. Visitors with mobility requirements can be dropped off at the front gate before their companion parks.

Are dogs allowed at Bodmin Jail?

Dogs are welcome in the courtyard, Moor Café and gift shop, but pet dogs cannot enter the museum due to the loud noises and sudden movements within the attraction.

Can you take photos at Bodmin Jail?

Yes. Photography and filming are permitted around Bodmin Jail, although flash photography is not permitted during the Dark Walk.

What do Bodmin Jail tickets include?

Standard self-guided Bodmin Jail tickets include admission to the visitor attraction, including the immersive Dark Walk and the historic jail museum. History and Paranormal Audio Tours are also included with self-guided admission.

Are these the cheapest tickets for Bodmin Jail?

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Choose your adventure

Self-Guided Entry

Discover Cornwall’s most haunting and dark history in Bodmin Jail's brand new world-class immersive experience with self-guided tickets

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£22.00 £18.00
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Ghost Walks: Bodmin Jail

Explore Cornwall’s most haunted town as paranormal experts guide visitors from Bodmin’s shadowy streets to the chilling depths of Bodmin Jail!

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£30.00
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Go Darker Halloween Guided Tour

Go Darker at Bodmin Jail this Halloween with a special two-hour guided tour uncovering the fascinating stories and dark history of Cornwall’s prison.

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£30.00 £27.00
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