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The Roundhouse, Fremantle: Visitor guide with times, parking & accessibility

This guide explains how to visit the Roundhouse in Fremantle, Western Australia, including how to get there, what to expect on arrival, and how to plan your time around this historic lookout and former gaol. You'll find practical details on parking, opening hours, facilities, and…

Oxford Castle and Prison in Oxford, South-East England.

Oxford Castle & Prison: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

Explore 1,000 years of history. My 2026 guide to Oxford Castle & Prison includes ticket prices, opening hours, and what to see inside the cells. This guide was updated in February 2026 to take into account recent entrance fee rises. Many other guides have incorrect…

Old Melbourne Gaol in Melbourne, Victoria.

Old Melbourne Gaol: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide (2026)

Visit the historic Old Melbourne Gaol. Get 2026 ticket prices, opening hours, and a full visitor guide to see where Ned Kelly met his end. Standing in a narrow bluestone cell where Ned Kelly spent his final night, I felt the cold coming off the…

Shepton Mallet prison: Ticket prices – and why book in advance

Shepton Mallet Prison, established in 1625, is one of England’s oldest correctional sites and a striking witness to centuries of British history. Choosing a self-guided tour of this decommissioned Somerset prison lets you explore cells, the execution room, and historical wings at your own pace.…

Adelaide Gaol: Ticket prices, opening hours, ghost tours & visitor guide

First time visiting Adelaide Gaol? This 2026 visitor guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of Adelaide Gaol The story of Adelaide Gaol begins in the early colony of South Australia. Built first in 1841, this…