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Book your guided tour of Shepton Mallet Prison in Cannards Grave, Shepton Mallet

Step behind the high walls and locked doors of Shepton Mallet Prison in Cannards Grave, where you can walk in the footsteps of prisoners who lived in the wings over the last 400 years and witness the hidden world of capital punishment and the very spaces where executions took place; on our guided, 90-minute tours led by knowledgeable officers, you’ll hear first-hand stories and gain intimate access to historic buildings whose history dates back to 1625. Whether you’re planning an Art & Culture outing, a family tour, or a group booking through Varoom in Shepton Mallet, this experience offers a compelling mix of history, human stories, and location-driven insight that brings the site’s past to life.

About this activity in Cannards Grave

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation.
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed.

Highlights

  • Walk the same wings and corridors where prisoners lived over the last 400 years during an immersive guided tour of Shepton Mallet Prison in Cannards Grave.
  • Hear first-hand stories from knowledgeable officers who lead 90-minute tours and reveal life behind high walls and locked doors.
  • Explore the hidden history of capital punishment and visit the exact locations where executions once took place.
  • Discover historic buildings and architecture on a route that traces the site’s history back to 1625, ideal for history, culture and group bookings.

Important Information

  • Tours run for approximately 90 minutes and are led by serving officers who share detailed insight into the prison’s past - arrive prepared for walking and stair access inside the site.
  • The experience is suitable for a wide range of Events - from tours and educational workshops to Group-Friendly bookings - and works well for families and adult history enthusiasts.
  • Pets are allowed on the premises; if you plan to bring an animal, factor this into your group booking and check any specific requirements with the venue beforehand.
  • Book in advance to secure a guided time slot; the site can be atmospheric and limited-capacity, so early reservations help you plan arrival and any associated accommodation in Shepton Mallet.

Meeting Point

Meet at the prison’s main entrance in Cannards Grave, Shepton Mallet. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before your scheduled tour to check in with staff at the visitor reception; look for the officer-led group near the entrance to join the tour.

Includes

  • You may bring pets - pets are allowed at Varoom in Cannards Grave, Shepton Mallet.
  • Pets are allowed here, so you can include your animal companions when booking Events in the area.
  • Pet-friendly: pets are allowed for bookings in this destination, making it easier to plan family or group activities with your pet.

Excludes

  • The policy does not list any pet exclusions; it only states that pets are allowed.
  • No exclusions for specific animal types or sizes are provided in the policy.
  • There are no additional exclusion details specified in this policy for Cannards Grave, Shepton Mallet.

Other

  • No further pet rules, restrictions, or requirements are provided beyond the statement that pets are allowed.
  • The policy offers no extra guidance on pet-related practices for Events or activities in the area.
  • No additional information about pet Services or accommodations is included in this policy.

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On the 90-minute guided tour you’ll walk in the footsteps of prisoners who lived in the wings over the last 400 years. You’ll view historic buildings dating back to 1625, peer behind high walls and locked doors, and learn about the hidden world of capital punishment and the locations where executions took place.
The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and is designed to let you view multiple historic buildings and hear detailed accounts of the site’s past, including Events and practices related to capital punishment.
The tour focuses on prison life through the centuries, the architecture of the wings, the procedures behind locked doors, and the hidden world of capital punishment, offering a stark, immersive experience in local history.
Tours are run by officers who have great knowledge and stories to share, giving you first-hand insight into the prison’s history and the lived experience of people who were residents of the wings.
You can bring family and group bookings to explore the prison’s 400-year history; the guided format led by officers provides educational storytelling and historical context that suit school groups and families interested in Art & Culture, Workshops & Learning, and Tours & Sightseeing.
Yes - the 90-minute guided tour gives you the opportunity to view the site’s historic buildings dating back to 1625 and to learn about their significance from officers who run the tours.