Beaumaris Gaol
Beaumaris Gaol
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Joanne W
Daventry, UK193 contributions
Oct 2022
A great place that is not easy to find, but well worth it. Reasonable entry price, with lots to see on both floors. Really interesting to read some of the personal stories of people that had been imprisoned there, and the family that lived there. Not sure the Halloween decorations added anything to be honest.
Written 1 January 2023
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Dick Dastardly
London, UK105 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
We got there at 15:09 to be met with a locked door and a note saying that the last entry was at 15:00. Your website says that the last entry is at 16:00
Instead of writing notes on the door why not update your website to advise that your stated last entry times cannot be relied upon?
Instead of writing notes on the door why not update your website to advise that your stated last entry times cannot be relied upon?
Written 27 November 2022
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Richard M
Hampstead Norreys, UK755 contributions
Oct 2022
The gaol is an amazing slice of history detailing how the ages old gaol worked and is full of information of those souls who ended up here. A great place to visit and so very interesting.
Written 22 November 2022
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AlisonandKeith5
Llandudno, UK38 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
What a fab way to spend a couple of hours. Fascinating history brought to life by the lovely Roger! Would highly recommend a visit 10/10
Written 12 November 2022
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Tracey J
4 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the gaol which is right in the heart of Beaumaris. Steeped in history which you could feel all around. If you’re lucky enough to meet Roger he has a few tales to tell !! He looked after us and was very welcoming as was Pryd in the reception and souvenir shop.
Written 31 October 2022
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gaz4224
Wolverhampton, UK107 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
We visited Beaumaris Jail on a miserable rainy friday in October.
The rain was pouring down, which added to the experience of what a really bad place it must have been to have to spend time there as an inmate.
The staff were very friendly and informative, you were left to roam around on your own but would occasionally be met by a guide who would tell you interesting things about the area you were in.
We purchased a joint ticket for the Jail and the Courthouse which was well worth doing.
The rain was pouring down, which added to the experience of what a really bad place it must have been to have to spend time there as an inmate.
The staff were very friendly and informative, you were left to roam around on your own but would occasionally be met by a guide who would tell you interesting things about the area you were in.
We purchased a joint ticket for the Jail and the Courthouse which was well worth doing.
Written 26 October 2022
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anne w
5 contributions
Oct 2022
Very interesting place. Roger was a fantastic guide and totally had me believing I would experience a ghost on my visit in the goal. I didn't but he is good at telling a yarn.
Also, they offered a range of tickets for ages and families. very good value
Also, they offered a range of tickets for ages and families. very good value
Written 15 October 2022
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susan b
Halesowen, UK94 contributions
Sep 2022
A well preserved jail - very interesting if not a little scary to imagine what inmates must have gone through - much larger than it looks from the outside - plenty of information and an instructive talk from knowledgeable staff - worth buying a combined ticket to include the courtroom
Written 2 October 2022
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AlexTheJock
Wigston, UK1,963 contributions
Sep 2022
Five middle-aged friends visited the gaol after visiting the courthouse where we bought the discounted ticket for both attractions. We all agreed that this was much bigger than we thought it was going to be, and an absolutely fascinating place. Much the same as the courthouse, the wealth of information is impressive, and it took us quite a while to wander round looking at everything that was on show. Totally worth the price, and the time and energy. Much recommended.
Written 29 September 2022
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Stewart M
Rotherham, UK58 contributions
Sep 2022
Had wanted to visit this for quite a while, great history but be advise that the steps are very steep, much enjoyed the visit
Written 17 September 2022
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susan a
Standish, UK16 contributions
Hi are dogs allowed
Beaumaris Gaol and Court House
Beaumaris, UK2 contributions
Hi, sorry but only guide dogs and other support dogs are allowed in the building.
Wayne
Radcliffe, UK87 contributions
Are you open during the week as planning on visiting Tuesday 22nd and what the price for 2 adults
KVJ166
Southampton, UK1,008 contributions
We visited during the week, think it was £5 per adult with a reduced fee for OAPs. You are expected to wear a face covering, they are available to buy if you forget.
Are you open week commencing November 18th ? Thanks Lesley.
Bill C
2 contributions
Sorry. I don't know the opening times but as it very close to the town centre it is worth checking as I thought it is a great attraction.
Marion L Stapleton Harley
United Kingdom46 contributions
Hoping to visit Beaumaris Gaol today Sun. 20/10. Please advise if is near the castle as we know the most suitable car park there for us. If not,,please advise. Disabled bays preferred. Thanks
Ken C
7 contributions
There is a large car park on the see front right next to the castle. The court and gaol are within a few minutes walk from the castle. Enjoy.
Hi, please can I have an email address to contact to discuss a large group booking? Thank you
Ian B
Beaumaris, UK5 contributions
The Gaol has no email address but you can call. 01248810921.
ShiftZZ
Warwickshire, UK661 contributions
There was an ATM less than 600 feet away... Pretty poor review...
Roger V
Beaumaris, UK15 contributions
Not sure what the question was but, if it was about the availability of paying to see the gaol or courthouse with a card, we are now able to accept all cards including contactless so the availability of a cash machine is not a problem. For info anyway, there are two in Beaumaris ; one outside Jolly’s Tea Shop and one inside the Spa shop, both on Castle Street.
BeccasLifeTravels
Chester, UK337 contributions
Is this worth a visit with young children? My boys are aged 4 & 6 and always ask what’s inside when we walk past so I’m considering a visit but not sure it’s worth the money as they are young they won’t be interested in reading any signs just looking at things.
irene g
Walsall, UK17 contributions
Yes I think they would like the answer above they would probably like the gruesome parts of it. Also the history is very interesting
Lee
592 contributions
How long, on average, would you need to visit both the jail and courthouse? Thank you
tattocrazy
Warwick, UK51 contributions
Hi I would say about an hour to an hour and a half,it is quite small but well worth a visit
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