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25/08/2005
Famous jail opens its doors to public
One of Northern Ireland's most famous jails is to open to the public next month, it was confirmed today.
Belfast’s historic Crumlin Road Gaol is being opened as part of European Heritage Open Day on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September.
The famous Victorian prison will be open to visitors, free of charge with a series of guided tours lasting around an hour and including the infamous ‘hanging cell’.
Crumlin Road Gaol is a Grade A listed building in view of its historic and architectural importance.
Designed by Sir Charles Lanyon, it was built between 1843 and 1845 on a layout based on Pentonville Prison in London. This, in turn, was influenced by the Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, the first to be laid out on the radial cellular system.
Places for next months opening are limited and pre-booking is essential. To do so contact North Belfast Community Action Unit on 028 9072 6047.
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Belfast’s historic Crumlin Road Gaol is being opened as part of European Heritage Open Day on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September.
The famous Victorian prison will be open to visitors, free of charge with a series of guided tours lasting around an hour and including the infamous ‘hanging cell’.
Crumlin Road Gaol is a Grade A listed building in view of its historic and architectural importance.
Designed by Sir Charles Lanyon, it was built between 1843 and 1845 on a layout based on Pentonville Prison in London. This, in turn, was influenced by the Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia, the first to be laid out on the radial cellular system.
Places for next months opening are limited and pre-booking is essential. To do so contact North Belfast Community Action Unit on 028 9072 6047.
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