Museums · East Midlands
Derby Gaol
In or near Horsley.
Derby Gaol — a museum in East Midlands, United Kingdom.
Peter Barr — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Derby · 1.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Derby Gaol is a museum located in East Midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Derby Gaol is a working museum that has undergone various transformations since its construction. It offers visitors a glimpse into its historical significance and is available for private tours and overnight paranormal investigations.
Place summary
Derby Gaol is a museum located in the East Midlands, postcode DE1. It is a historic former prison that offers insights into the penal system and local history. The building's architecture and preserved interiors provide a glimpse into its past as a centre for incarceration.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 52.9247, -1.4873
- District
- Derby
- Parish
- Derby, unparished area
- Postcode
- DE1 1DF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Derby North
- Phone
- 01335 360 882
- Nearest railway station
- Derby — 1.9 km
- Official site
- richardfelix.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/308265028 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Derby Gaol?
- Derby Gaol is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DE1 1DF), in the parish of Derby, unparished area.
- What is Derby Gaol?
- Derby Gaol — a museum in East Midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Derby Gaol?
- The nearest railway station is Derby, about 1.9 km away. The nearest town is Horsley. Drivers can use postcode DE1 1DF.
- Is Derby Gaol free to visit?
- Yes, Derby Gaol is free to enter.
- How do I get to Derby Gaol?
- The nearest railway station is Derby, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DE1 1DF.