Hexham Old Gaol

Welcome to Hexham Old Gaol

England's oldest gaol

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OPENING HOURS: 

Regular opening hours: Wednesday - Sunday: 10am - 4pm

During the Northumberland school holidays we are open each day. 

Hexham Old Gaol, Hall Gate, Hexham, NE46 1XD

Tel: (0191) 277 2422 Email: info@hexhamoldgaol.org.uk

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