#DidYouKnow "Slop out" in prisons meant inmates had to empty their own chamber pots or buckets of waste due to lack of toilets. Could you share a cell with another inmate and a dirty bucket? #Facts #History #ShrewsburyPrison #PrisonLife

Shrewsbury Prison PO’s office? Visited Saturday with friends. Great to see #History coming to life. Staff were great, lucky the meet

Hands up... Who’s guilty of last-minute plans? 👮 This is your final weekend to experience our Immersive Planetarium! It's not just a chance for parents to enjoy 45 minutes of peaceful relaxation—it's also a fun and educational adventure for your kids. Don’t miss out!

#Worldphotoday how could we not share one of our favourite photos of our Georgian Gatelodge. It has stood at the front of our prison for centuries. When you hear the words Shrewsbury Prison, what is the first thing you picture? #Shrewsburyprison #Prison #Mustvisit

Took a trip to Shrewsbury Prison whilst on holiday in the area! Fantastic tour and great insight into the history of prisons.

#Didyouknow Inmates were granted permission to smoke in prison up until 2018 before a ban came in place. Inmates today can now use vapes as an alternative, but they must be purchased from the prison! Do you think inmates should be allowed to vape? #History #Shrewsburyprison

Travel back in time this Bank Holiday Monday 🔦Listen to immersive talks, delivered by our talented team of officers. 🔦Get hands on during hard labour, have you ever tried Oakum Picking? 🔦 You have always wanted to try it... Taste prison gruel for the first time!

🐶When was the last time you had to tell your dog off for something they shouldn't be doing? 🐶 Honestly though... If you dog was sent to prison, what would be the reason? #Shrewsburyprison #Dog #Dogfriendlyattraction

The wait is over... Halloween Ghost Tours are ready to book! 🎃 But beware—this is no ordinary Ghost Tour. Do you have the guts to wander through a 200-year-old prison in the dead of night? #Halloween #Ghosttours #Shrewsburyprison

Sounds like a prison sentence, if you ask us 😉 A Wings exercise yard has turned into a canvas for those who want to get creative... What is the longest friendship you have had? Tag that friend! #Friendship #Shrewsburyprison #Creativity

Life was harsh for female prisoners, even those caring for breastfeeding infants. The cells were stark, with women sleeping on uncomfortable bedding—often just straw mattresses or wooden planks. Coarse blankets provided little warmth, especially in the cold. #History #prisonfact

🎬A production is coming to Shrewsbury Prison! What would you like to see filmed? 🎬 Please note, the prison will be closed to the public on Tuesday September 3rd for filming. The prison will reopen on Wednesday September 4th. #Shrewsburyprison #Production #prison

Tag a friend that you think should explore Shrewsbury Prison this Halloween...🔦👻 Get ready for a hair-raising Halloween Ghost Tour this October! Brace yourself as your expert guide leads you through a haunted prison, where your darkest nightmares come to life.

🚨You will never guess what this number is for! 🚨 Are you skilled enough to escape a real prison? Welcome to The Worlds Largest Escape Game... Prison Break. Where you no longer have a name... Just a number! Tag a friend you'd trust to help you break free!

❓#didyouknow Inmates use prepaid Telecom Phone Cards to stay connected with friends and family? ❓ But can you tell us how long do most prisons allow each phone call to last? #Prisonfacts #Shrewsburyprison #Prisonlife

How will you cope? Blind folder, handcuffed and put into the darkness with the task of escaping... Our adrenaline charged escape rooms await those who are brave enough to face the darkness... But don't worry, those of you scared of the dark can go in the cell instead 😉

How would you react if you witnessed paranormal activity whilst being trapped in prison?🔒👻 Halloween Ghost Tours are prepared to welcome you for that experience with a few added surprises along the way... Be brave: ow.ly/3wRw50T7j9P

Where is your favourite prison location?❓ Is it our most haunted wing or our prison van? Perhaps its A Wing for its vast size or our museum for its historical insights. Tell us your favourite location in the comments! #Shrewsburyprison #Prison #Prisonlife

Step inside a Victorian man's prison cell. Cells were dim, relying mostly on natural light, with only a candle for the dark hours. Inmates were permitted a book—a Bible— spiritual rehabilitation was seen as key But where’s the bed? Do you know what Victorian men often slept on?