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description

Do time in Ruthin Gaol. From 1654 to 1916, thousands of prisoners - men, women and children, innocent and guilty - passed through its gates. Visit the Pentonville Cell Block. Explore the cells. Find out about 'Welsh Houdini' and William Hughes - last person hanged here. Learn about the wartime munitions workers in the Gaol.

 

contact

Ruthin Gaol
46 Clwyd Street
Ruthin
Denbighshire
LL15 IHP

Tel: 01824 708281
Fax: 01824 708 258

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VAQAS

VAQAS

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prices

General

Adult: £3.50
Seniors: £2.50
Child (up to 16 yrs):£2.50

Note: Group discounts available

Opening Times

Ruthin Gaol
15th Feb - 31st Oct
  M T W T F S S
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Note: Open Bank holidays. Last admission one hour before closing. Evening opening for groups by appointment.

categories

Part of: Family, Culture & Heritage, Historical categories

How do I find Ruthin Gaol?

25 miles from Chester. Ruthin Gaol is at the bottom of Clwyd Street in the town.

Public Transport

Bus Stops - Ruthin

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