Bodmin Jail Attraction
About This Museum
Bodmin Jail doesn't feel like a typical museum; it feels like stepping directly into the past. Its immense, atmospheric granite walls, built by Napoleonic prisoners of war, have witnessed centuries of harsh justice and untold stories. Today, those stories are brought to life through immersive exhibitions that go far beyond simple placards and display cases. You can almost hear the echoes in the solitary confinement cells and sense the heavy history in the preserved execution pit.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the experience is walking through the authentically restored cells and seeing the grueling conditions inmates faced. Don't miss the poignant exhibition on the 'Bloody Code,' which details the era when over 200 crimes were punishable by death. For something truly spine-tingling, their after-dark ghost walks delve into the jail's most famous paranormal tales.
Visitor Information
After exploring, you can grab a hearty meal at Chapman's, their on-site restaurant housed within the historic walls—a perfect way to decompress. For the truly brave, they even run overnight ghost hunts if you fancy spending more than just an afternoon with its former residents.
Architecture & Building
A formidable and starkly beautiful example of late Georgian prison architecture, constructed from rough-hewn Cornish granite that gives it an imposing, fortress-like presence.
Contact & Location
Address: Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, England, PL31 2NU, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1208 76292
Website: Visit Website
