This Victorian Gaol (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.
Come to Beaumaris Gaol...
Beaumaris Gaol will live in your memory for a long time. It will give you a fascinating insight into the world of the prisoner in Victorian times.
- explore this massive building with its dimly lit corridors, spartan cells and places of punishment
- visit the condemned cell or experience the darkness of the punishment cell
- handle chains and fetters last worn by prisoners a century ago
- enjoy our museum shop with its unique souvenirs
1830: William Griffith was hanged for the attempted murder of one of his two wives.
1840: Gaynor Jones was jailed for one month's hard labour for stealing a quart of milk.
1862: Richard Rowlands was hanged for the murder of his father in law. He went to his death pleading his innocence.