Make your own Manacles
Make your own paper manacles and discover what life was like for prisoners through fun games.
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Dates
Until 30 August 2026 (historic event)
About
Medieval Hexham Gaol was not a fun place to be!
Discover what life was like for prisoners, including the surprising costs of chains and manacles. Play an interactive game to explore how money was earned and spent in gaol, then create your own paper manacles to take home (much easier to wear).
