Museum collections

Beaumaris Gaol collection

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Date(s): 1829-1900

Notes:

Collection of authentic prison items displayed in original setting; Beaumaris Gaol, Bunber Hill. It is of national importance. Telephone number (01407) 752017 This Victorian jail was built by Hansom (famous for the Hansom Cab) in 1829. The gaol features the only original tread wheel in situ in Britain and a gibbet is still fixed to the outer wall.

Keywords:

bastille

SHIC codes:

1,1.35

Address:

Department of Education and Leisure
Council Offices
Llangefni
Anglesey
LL77 7TW
United Kingdom

Links

http://www.anglesey.gov.uk/leisure/museums-and-galleries/beaumaris-gaol/

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