Belfast: Crumlin Road Gaol
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Dating back to 1845, Crumlin Road Gaol closed its doors as a working prison during 1996. Today it's the last remaining Victorian prison in Northern Ireland, doubling as an award-winning tourist attraction filled with stories of executions, famous inmates, riots, hunger-strikes, escapes and so much more.
Get ready to learn the history and impact behind Belfast's jail and relive the Victorian era at Crumlin Road Gaol.
Belfast: Crumlin Road Gaol in Northern Ireland
- Opening Times: 10am - 5:30pm. Last entry at 4pm.
- Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages!
- Location: Crumlin Road Gaol, 53-55 Crumlin Rd, Belfast BT14 6ST
- Please note: Please wear suitable clothing and flat shoes.
What's On at Crumlin Road Gaol in Belfast?
Re-live the sights and sounds of the Victorian prison through a variety of activities; enjoy a self-guided Gaol Experience and tour the jail at your own leisure with a handy audio guide, or immerse yourself into prison life on a guided tour and explore the prison with a knowledgeable tour guide.
- Discover over 150 years of history and follow in the footsteps over 25,000 prisoners
- Gain a unique and unforgettable insight into the daily lives and routines of Victorian criminals
- Explore the lives of prison officers during the Gaol's existence
- Learn about the Gaol's history, including when women and children were imprisoned
- Listen to fascinating facts about the Gaol's 17 executions
- Fast forward to the future and learn why the decision was made to close the prison
- Access all aspects of the Gaol, including the Tunnel, Hanging Cell, Historic Holding Cells, Centre Circle, C-Wing and Graveyard
- Gain knowledge on the grisly side of Crumlin Road Gaol, featuring escapes, attacks and damage from WW2
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Belfast: Self Guided Gaol Experience
Head to Crumlin Road Gaol and enjoy an interactive, self-guided tour that allows you to explore the building's history and impact at your own pace.
Belfast: Guided Gaol Experience
Head to Crumlin Road Gaol and enjoy a guided tour featuring behind-the-scenes areas that aren't included on the Self-Guided Gaol Experience!
Crumlin Road Gaol
Belfast,
BT14 6ST
How to find us
Address: Crumlin Road Gaol, 53-55 Crumlin Rd, Belfast BT14 6ST
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- Wheelchair accessible
Crumlin Road Gaol is 170 years old and contains a number of old buildings and structures. However, most of the site is accessible for wheelchair users and those with walking difficulties. The one area which is not accessible is the Tunnel, we have however installed a video outside the tunnel so show visitors what is beyond the steps.
C-Wing can be accessed using the lift (located in the basement), please use the assistance call point located beside the last drop in, to alert a member of staff, they will guide you to the lift and unlock the door for you in the Governors Corridor. Once in C-Wing there are no additional stairs / steps, however due to the design of the cells, only narrow manual wheelchairs can enter, cell doors are approx. 58cm wide.
Crumlin Road Gaol has 2 manual wheelchairs which are located at the Gaol Entrance. It is advisable to reserve these in advance of arriving.