Shrewsbury Prison: Ghost Tour

Shrewsbury Prison

Available until 31 December 2025

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Book Shrewsbury Prison tickets for one of the best ghost tours in Shropshire

  • Be transported back to 1793, the days of public executions
  • Discover the treatment of prisoners and ghostly occurrences from the last 200 years
  • Head to C Wing; the most haunted part of the prison
  • Hear stories of the famous 'Grey Lady' who walks the landings at night with a little Georgian child who appears on the steps of the wing
  • Follow the footsteps of the 'Shadow Man' throughout A wing
  • Get hands-on with your In-Cell Experience! Be allocated a prison cell and get comfortable for the next 5 minutes as you experience the sounds of the prison at night.
  • Swing by the Governor's Office and learn about the encounter a member of the Holby City production team had with the Governor's Wife - 200 years after she'd passed...

Ghost Tours at Shrewsbury Prison

  • Dates: Every Wednesday
  • Times:6:30pm & 8:30pm
  • Duration:1.5 hours
  • Age Restriction:12+
  • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time.
  • Tickets delivered instantly via email and text.

What's On at Shrewsbury Prison in Shropshire?

Drawing in Britain's most-wanted criminals and most-curious visitors, Shrewsbury Prison has been one of the best tourist attractions in Shropshire for nearly a decade.

Standing behind the River Severn, the mass of high brick walls and barred windows dates back to the Georgian era and was home to a collection of criminals before being decommissioned in 2013.

Now, it's open for the public to explore. Choose between guided or self-guided tours and experience one of the most unique tourist attractions that dark tourism has to offer.

To book tickets, choose which tour you'd like to embark upon and then select the appropriate date and times.

Book Shrewsbury Prison tickets and save 10% when you use promo code 'DAYSOUT'!

Location

Shrewsbury Prison

The Dana,
Shrewsbury,
Shropshire,
SY1 2HP
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How to find us

Address: Shrewsbury Prison, The Dana, Shrewsbury, SY1 2HP

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Facilities
  • Public transport accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible, with limitations (see More Info for details)
  • Paid parking
  • Toilets
  • Food and drink
  • Dog-friendly
More Info
Is Shrewsbury Prison wheelchair accessible?

Shrewsbury Prison welcomes all visitors - however, due to the nature of the historic site, wheelchair users do not have access to the entire building. 

  • The vast majority of the site is accessible, but there are traditional stairs between the landings that may cause difficulties. 
  • Functional stairlift
  • Disabled toilets
  • Accessible on-site restaurant.
What is the duration of the Shrewsbury Prison tours?
  • Shrewsbury Jail's guided prison tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours. 
  • You are welcome to spend as long or as little as you'd like on-site. 
Is there food and drink available at Shrewsbury Jail in Shropshire?

Yes, there is plenty of food and drinks available at Shrewsbury Prison.

  • There is a range of homemade cakes, bakes and desserts
  • Enjoy a delicious selection of hot and cold food
  • Wash it all down with a refreshing beverage
Is Shrewsbury Prison in Shropshire dog-friendly?

Yes!

The team at Shrewsbury Prison love well-behaved dogs, pampered pooches and furry friends! 

Can I take photos at Shrewsbury Prison in Shropshire?

Yes! Photos and videos on the tour are more than welcome - feel free to share them on social media, and make sure to get plenty of great CELL-fie's!

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