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Shepton Mallet Prison
Shepton Mallet Prison: Step Back in Time Self-Guided Tour
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Overview
The Shepton Mallet Prison Self-Guided Tour offers a chilling journey into the past. Explore a real 400-year-old prison and discover what life was like behind bars. This isn't just a tour; it's a chance to walk through history.
Visitors can expect to explore the prison at their own pace. See the cells where prisoners lived, the chapel where they prayed, and the execution room where some met their end. Learn about famous inmates and the prison's role in British history. The tour allows people to reflect on the prison's dark past.
This self-guided tour includes access to all areas of the prison open to the public. It excludes food, drinks, and souvenirs, which are available for purchase separately. Shepton Mallet Prison is a must-see for anyone interested in history, true crime, or the paranormal. This experience preserves, protects and promotes the history and heritage of Shepton Mallet Prison. 
Highlights
Explore a Real Prison: See what life was like for prisoners in a real, 400-year-old prison.
Walk Through History: Learn about the prison's role in British history.
Self-Guided Tour: Explore the prison at your own pace.
See Notorious Sites: Visit cells, the chapel, and the execution room.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally loved learning about the prison's history and found it to be very interesting. Some people wished for more details, but overall, it was a great experience.
Visitors found the experience very interesting and engaging.
People felt the prison had a spooky and unsettling atmosphere.
Many enjoyed learning about the prison's long history.
Tour guides were super helpful and friendly.
Some areas felt very cold and damp.
A few visitors wished there was more information available in each cell.
The Journey
400-year-old Prison
Step inside a 400-year-old prison, a historical landmark offering a unique and immersive experience. Explore the maze-like corridors and cells at your own pace, using a visitor guide and map to navigate. Interactive sound boxes scattered throughout the prison reveal captivating stories and historical facts, while informative boards provide deeper context. Knowledgeable staff are on hand to answer questions and guide you through the prison's rich history. Capture the atmosphere with 'CELLfies' and photos, making for a memorable and educational family outing. Experience the chilling atmosphere and discover the echoes of centuries past.
Know Before You Go
This self-guided tour includes access to all publicly accessible areas of Shepton Mallet Prison. Food, drinks, and souvenirs are not included but are available for purchase. There is no pickup or drop-off service provided, visitors must make their own way to the prison.
Hot Tip
Many visitors recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as there is a lot of walking involved. Some also suggest bringing a jacket, as some areas of the prison can be cold.
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