Peterhead Prison - Guided Tour
Explore Scotland’s Toughest Jail
Step into the gripping and fascinating history of Peterhead Prison with an unmissable Guided Tour! Led by an expert guide, you’ll delve into the real-life stories of life inside Scotland’s Toughest Jail.
Welcome to Peterhead Prison
Your journey begins as you’re greeted by one of our Tour Guides with encyclopaedic knowledge of the prison’s turbulent past, dating back to 1888. They’ll shine a light on what life behind bars was really like for prisoners, officers and visitors alike.
Over the course of this 1.5-hour immersive experience, you’ll uncover the prison’s rich history and fascinating secrets. Explore its historic halls, step inside the cells that once held some of Scotland’s most notorious prisoners and wander the landing just as officers did for 125 years!
Discover its Unique Past
Peterhead Prison is unlike any other jail!
Set within a 6-acre site, it boasts the UK’s first state owned-railway and part of its history saw the only time the SAS (Special Air Service) were used to end a domestic siege in mainland Britain.
Stand where the SAS carried out this daring rooftop rescue, freeing an officer who was held hostage for four tense days. Listen to the gripping tale and let your imagination run wild while you put yourself in his shoes. There’s so much to uncover at Peterhead Prison.
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Explore Scotland’s Toughest Jail
Step into the gripping and fascinating history of Peterhead Prison with an unmissable Guided Tour! Led by an expert guide, you’ll delve into the real-life stories of life inside Scotland’s Toughest Jail.
Welcome to Peterhead Prison
Your journey begins as you’re greeted by one of our Tour Guides with encyclopaedic knowledge of the prison’s turbulent past, dating back to 1888. They’ll shine a light on what life behind bars was really like for prisoners, officers and visitors alike.
Over the course of this 1.5-hour immersive experience, you’ll uncover the prison’s rich history and fascinating secrets. Explore its historic halls, step inside the cells that once held some of Scotland’s most notorious prisoners and wander the landing just as officers did for 125 years!
Discover its Unique Past
Peterhead Prison is unlike any other jail!
Set within a 6-acre site, it boasts the UK’s first state owned-railway and part of its history saw the only time the SAS (Special Air Service) were used to end a domestic siege in mainland Britain.
Stand where the SAS carried out this daring rooftop rescue, freeing an officer who was held hostage for four tense days. Listen to the gripping tale and let your imagination run wild while you put yourself in his shoes. There’s so much to uncover at Peterhead Prison.
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