Hexham Old Gaol

Delve into what life was really like for prisoners in the 1300s at our Scheduled Ancient Monument Visit Hexham Old Gaol and find out more about the Border Reivers – local families including the Charltons, Dodds, Milburns and Robsons, famous for causing trouble. Make the most of your visit and see our amazing Border Library Collection, a wide variety of photographs, books, poetry and music about our border territory. Learn about how the Northumberland landscape changed dramatically over the centuries, and about daily life on the border. Tickets for Hexham Old Gaol are valid for 1 year and prices for adults are £7, concessions £6 and under 18s are free. Hexham Old Gaol is fully accessible with a lift that gives access to the entire building.