Museums Β· North Wales
Ruthin Gaol Museum
Ruthin Gaol Museum β a museum in wales-north, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 hβ3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Ruthin Gaol Museum is a museum located in wales-north, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
Official information
Ruthin Gaol is a unique heritage attraction, being the only purpose-built Pentonville style prison open to the public. Visitors can explore the prison's history, learn about the lives of Victorian prisoners, and see various cells including the punishment and condemned cells.
Place summary
Ruthin Gaol Museum is a museum located in North Wales, postcode LL15. The site is housed in a former Victorian prison, providing insight into the penal system of the era. The museum exhibits various artefacts and displays related to the history of crime and punishment in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 53.1140, -3.3138
- District
- Denbighshire
- Parish
- Ruthin
- Postcode
- LL15 1HP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Clwyd East
- Phone
- 01824 708281
- Opening
- Wednesday to Monday 10:30am to 4:30pm; closed Tuesdays
- Official site
- www.denbighshire.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12554545010 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ruthin Gaol Museum?
- Ruthin Gaol Museum is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL15 1HP), in the parish of Ruthin.
- What is Ruthin Gaol Museum?
- Ruthin Gaol Museum β a museum in wales-north, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ruthin Gaol Museum?
- Drivers can use postcode LL15 1HP.
- How do I get to Ruthin Gaol Museum?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LL15 1HP. It sits within the Clwyd East parliamentary constituency.