Come and explore our policing history
It’s a great day out for all, so come join us and be part of policing history at our very own Victorian lock-up.
We’re open Wednesday – Saturday from 10am to 4pm* with exceptions**, and Sunday 11am to 4pm with exceptions*. Please check dates we are closed below.
**We are closed to the public for events or private group, school or corporate bookings on:
- Wednesday 6th August 2025
- Sunday 7th September 2025
- Thursday 11th September 2025
- Sunday 21st September 2025 (Macabre Museum event – no general admissions)
- Friday 3rd October 2025
- Saturday 8th November 2025 (Remembrance event – no general admissions)
- Friday 21st November 2025
* Last entry is at 2pm as we recommend 2 hours for your visit.
Tickets purchased are for a self guided tour of the museum. If you would like a tour, please look at our whats on section. Guided tours can be arranged for group visits
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Upcoming Events
The Murder of Sir Edmund Belton
Join us on Saturday 29th November for a Victorian inspired murder mystery night. Fancy your chances as a detective or know someone who thinks they are the next Sherlock Holmes? If so, then come join us after hours in the atmospheric setting of the Victorian Lock Up. There’s been a murder and we need your …
Date: 29th November 2025
Time: Event begins at 18:30, doors open at 18:15
Tickets: £24.00
Christmas Grotto & Festive Fun
Santa is returning to the Lock-up and ready to share the Christmas spirit with your family! Join us for festive fun activities, including; Explore the lock-up to find out what the naughty elves have been up to with our family-friendly trail Festive craft activity Hot chocolate with every ticket! Meet Santa in his grotto and …
Date: 13th December 2025
Time: Time slots from 10am - 3pm
Tickets: Adults £10, Children £12, Under 3's free, Carers - free
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Date: 21st December 2025
Time: Time slots from 10:15am - 3pm
Tickets: Children £12 - WMP Staff free entry