Hexham Old Gaol

Welcome to Hexham Old Gaol

Please note: we are currently open for guided tours only, Wednesday - Sunday

England's oldest gaol

Temporary opening times

Hexham Old Gaol will be closed on Wednesday 10 June for an all-staff conference. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Currently, we can only provide guided access to Hexham Old Gaol because the lift is out of service. 

Until further notice, we are open Wednesday - Sunday for guided tours at:

  • 10.30am, 11.30am, 2pm and 3pm.

Unfortunately, these guided tours are not accessible. We're sorry for the disruption to your visit.

CLOSED Monday - Tuesday.

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

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

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