England's oldest purpose-built prison is one of five North East museums awarded with an arts grant to transform its exhibition spaces. Dating back to the 14th century, Hexham Old Gaol was ...

Hexham Old Gaol to undergo transformation A new project will reimagine the exhibition spaces at Hexham Old Gaol, enriching nearly 700 years of history with modern insights and community collaboration.

Built in 1333, Hexham Old Gaol was used to keep inmates for nearly 500 years, with prisoners needing to pay for their own food, drink and clothing.

Hexham Old Gaol is an absolute must-see for those interested in the past. Built from stone sourced from the nearby Corbridge Roman site, this ancient building dates back to the 1300s and is one of ...

Built in 1333, Hexham Old Gaol was used to keep inmates for nearly 500 years, with prisoners needing to pay for their own food, drink and clothing.

Constructed in 1333, Hexham Old Gaol served as a prison for nearly half a millennium, where inmates were required to fund their own sustenance and clothing.

One final historic landmark that must be highlighted is the Hexham Old Gaol, which is England’s oldest purpose-built prison.

Constructed in 1333, Hexham Old Gaol housed inmates for nearly half a millennium, with prisoners required to fund their own sustenance and clothing.