The Ultimate UK Prison Sleepover Returns!

The Ultimate UK Prison Sleepover Returns!

Back by Popular Demand: Night Behind Bars Returns to Shrewsbury Prison in April 

The Ultimate UK Prison Sleepover is back, and you’re not going to want to miss it!  If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to spend a night inside a real Victorian jail, this is your rare chance to find out. And judging by previous years, spaces won’t hang around for long! 

Step Inside 400 Years of History 

Night Behind Bars is a 12-hour overnight stay in one of the UK’s most historic and haunted prisons. From the moment you pass through the towering gates, you’re stepping into a place shaped by four centuries of true stories, strict regimes and prisoners who once lived behind imposing gates. 

Your After-Dark Guided Tour 

Your evening begins with an after-dark tour, led by expert officers. As you walk the wings, you’ll hear gripping accounts of life inside Shepton Mallet, uncovering the darker chapters of the jail’s past. You’ll also visit some of the prison’s most chilling areas, including the execution room, where you’ll learn about the final execution carried out here.

Sleep in a Real Prison Cell 

After the tour, the experience becomes yours. Sleep in a genuine former prison cell or explore the quiet landings and corridors in the darkness if you dare. Either way, the silence, shadows and scale of the building make it unlike anywhere else you’ll spend a night. 

Breakfast and Release 

There’s no leisurely lie-in: you’ll be woken in the morning to coffee and a light breakfast, then officially released back into the outside world with memories and stories that last far longer than a single night. How will you spend your ‘sentence’: sleep or explore? 

Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, history lover or paranormal explorer, Night Behind Bars at Shepton Mallet Prison is one of the most authentic overnight experiences. 

Book your spot today before they sell out!