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Two people in prisoner clothes stood in jail cell at Bodmin Jail

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Museum room at Bodmin Jail with glass display cases

Wooden display of old jail buildings at Bodmin Jail

Desk topped with books and letters at Bodmin Jail

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Dark office room at Bodmin Jail

Silhouette of brick building with light pouring through windows and person stood in doorway

Guard stood at Bodmin Jail

People sat in dark rooms at Bodmin Jail

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Light projected onto brick wall at Bodmin Jail

Judge adjusting wig in Bodmin Jail interactive display

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Historic weapons display at Bodmin Jail

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Bodmin Jail tickets and tips

👀Be immersed in Cornish history
👣Interactive zones include The Dark Walk and Last Moments
👻Check out guided tours and ghost hunts

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Where is it?

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Bodmin Jail,
Berrycoombe Rd, Bodmin PL31 2NR, Cornwall

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South West Cornwall

When is it open?

Bodmin Jail opening times

Sun - Thurs 9:30am - 6:30pm

Fri & Sat 9:30am - 4:30pm

Please note - all opening times are subject to seasonal changes.

What about facilities?

Bodmin Jail facilities

On-site Café(s)
Dine-in Restaurant(s)
Off-site Parking
Toilets
Gift Shop

Gemma Says

Stop by the Bistro

The jail itself was really informative and interesting but our trip was made by the visit to the Bistro

Georgia Says

Plan your time

It took us about 90 minutes to get around the museum, so not a full day out but definitely worth a visit!

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People say...

Gemma Says...

Stop by the Bistro

The jail itself was really informative and interesting but our trip was made by the visit to the Bistro

Georgia Says...

Plan your time

It took us about 90 minutes to get around the museum, so not a full day out but definitely worth a visit!

Al Says...

Good for those with mobility requirements

Bodmin Jail is a great spot to visit if you've got mobility requirements as they have good lifts to bring you up and down the floors.

Got Questions?

Here’s the questions people are asking about Bodmin Jail

Prices vary based on time and date of your visit, at Days Out Bodmin Jail tickets start from £20.

It is recommended to spend 1.5/2 hours at Bodmin Jail on your visit.

It is recommended to wear warmer clothes to Bodmin Jail - layers are the best bet. Oh, and sturdy footwear is recommended too (no stilettos or open toed shoes/sandals).

Yes, there are many things in place to ensure that Bodmin Jail is accessible.

Good to know:

Lift access to each floor
Gift Shop has level access or ramps

Still got questions?

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01208 76292

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Museum room at Bodmin Jail with glass display cases

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