Britain’s most spine-tingling overnight experience has returned, with bookings now open for 2026. The ‘Night Behind Bars’ event invites thrill-seekers to spend 12 unforgettable hours inside Shepton Mallet Prison—famously known as the World’s Most Haunted Prison—without any criminal record.
This immersive overnight adventure confines guests in authentic Victorian prison cells, virtually unchanged since the prison’s closure. From the heavy iron gates to the eerie silence echoing through the corridors after dark, the experience offers a truly realistic prison sleepover like no other.
Upon arrival, visitors are welcomed by a prison warden and led on a guided tour detailing the prison’s dark history, notorious inmates, and chilling stories that linger in the walls. After the tour, participants are free to explore the prison on their own. Many take this chance to hunt for ghosts in the deserted wings and reverberating cell blocks.
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Others engage in group activities or simply soak in the haunting atmosphere of a place steeped in mystery and paranormal legend. Shepton Mallet Prison’s reputation for unexplained occurrences makes this event a must for fans of the supernatural, history enthusiasts, and anyone craving a night beyond the ordinary.
Reservations for this spine-chilling overnight are now available. For those brave enough to spend a night behind bars, the event promises history, mystery, and memories that will send shivers down your spine.
Tickets are priced at £69 per person, plus a £2.50 booking fee, with Virgin Experience Days also offering a night for two at £141.50. More information is available on Shepton Mallet Prison’s official website.