Question 1

How long is the Shepton Mallet Prison tour?

Accepted Answer

The Shepton Mallet Prison tour lasts for approx. 2 hours.

Question 2

Is photography allowed in Shepton Mallet Prison?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can click pictures in Shepton Mallet Prison as there are several CELL-fie points available.

Question 3

What is Shepton Mallet famous for?

Accepted Answer

After the end of public executions in 1868 and the closure of both Ilchester and Taunton jail cells in the same century, Shepton Mallet Prison was responsible for overseeing executions. It was the oldest operating jail in the United Kingdom when it was constructed in 1610.

Question 4

How to reach Shepton Mallet?

Accepted Answer

You can choose either of the following ways to reach Shepton Mallet-By Car: The activity location is 30 km from the city center and will take 40 min via the A367 route.By Bus: Take a bus from the Frithfield Lane bus stand, which is 0.12km from the museum. You can reach the activity location from the bus station with a 1 minute's walk.By Train: The nearest station to Shepton Mallet Prison location is Castle Cary. You can reach the site in 26 minutes to cover 10km (approx).