Shrewsbury Prison

Shrewsbury Prison is a decommissioned Victorian prison in the centre of Shrewsbury, part of Cove Attractions. The listed building is around 200 years old and the site offers almost four acres of space. It is available for private events, special events and exhibitions, weddings, corporate days and team building, and for photography and film location hire.

The prison can be dressed for any period from the 1800s to the present day, which suits events that want an authentic prison setting.

The venue and its spaces

• Victorian prison wing: landings lined with the original cells, spread over four floors.
• Georgian gate lodge: the original entrance building to the site.
• Grounds: almost four acres of space, including outdoor areas around the prison buildings.

Events and hire

• Private events, from small gatherings to larger special events.
• Special events and exhibitions.
• Weddings, with wedding venue hire and catering options.
• Corporate days and team building, with packages for groups of up to 100 and up to 150 people, and flexible meeting space on the larger package.
• Photography and film or production location hire.
• Guided tours and escape room activities can be added to an event.

Facilities

• Catering and refreshment options.
• Event planning help, including live music, transport and accommodation.
• Restaurant and gift shop on site.

Location

Shrewsbury Prison is at The Dana, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 2HP, in the town centre next to the railway station and large public car parks. To enquire about hire, call 01743 343 100 or use the enquiry form on the venue’s website.