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The Old Prison

No. 1226 of 6,557 in the Cotswolds, No. 220 for history, No. 91 for rainy day. Culture, 8.2 km from Bourton-on-the-Water.

A museum housed in a former prison.Written by Claude from the facts on this page (describe-v1, 2026-11-04).

Facts

Fee
ChargesOpenStreetMap, checked 2026-11-04
Website
theoldprison.co.ukOverture Maps Foundation, Places, checked 2026-11-04
Best months
Any time of yearoffyougo rules
Getting there
Directions in Google Mapswhat3words addressOpen in OpenStreetMap

Why it ranks here

Score 0.69 for any trip, from the same formula as every place.

Stay nearby

Within 8 km, best first
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Food and drink nearby

Within 8 km, best first
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The Mill Inn13 km from WinchcombeFood and pubs

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