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Buckingham Old Gaol

Museum : Tourist Information Centre
Gift & Book Shop : Venue Hire

The Old Gaol, Market Hill, Buckingham, MK18 1JX
Tel 01280 823020 - Email: info@buckinghamoldgaol.org.uk



Visitor Information

  • Location Details

  • Tourist Information

  • Tour of the Museum

  • Flora Thompson

  • Events & Exhibitions

  • Object of the month

  • Museum Gift Shop

  • Buckingham Book Shop

    • Old Gaol Information

  • History of the Building

  • Venue Hire

  • Children's Parties

  • Join the Old Gaol

  • Friends of the Old Gaol

  • SOS/Fundraising

  • Links


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    Buckingham Old Gaol
    Located in the heart of historic market town of Buckingham, the iconic Old Gaol was built in 1748 in the style of a castle, with later additions in 1839 by the famous local architect George Gilbert Scott. It is one of the key visitor attractions of Buckingham.

    The purpose-built prison is now a museum, a tourist information centre, a gift shop, a second hand bookstore and a unique venue to hire. The Old Gaol is open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm all year round. Last admission to the museum is half an hour before closing. The Old Gaol hosts a wide range of special events during the year.

    Buckingham Tourist Information Centre
    Is here to assist visitors to the town and surrounding district and also local residents. Please contact us or call in and our friendly, knowledgeable staff can give helpful expert advice to help you enjoy your stay in the green heart of England.

    Buckingham Museum
    The Old Gaol Museum tells the story of Buckingham and rural life, including the Flora Thompson Collection (Lark Rise to Candleford author) and Buckinghamshire Military Trust exhibits. A number of the original cells form part of the museum visitor's experience. Groups and school visits are welcome by appointment - please call 01280 823020 for details.

    Museum tickets: £3.00 adults, £1.50 children, under fives free. Special value family ticket - £7.50 (2 adults/2 children).

    Buckingham Heritage Trust
    Buckingham Old Gaol is owned and managed by Buckingham Heritage Trust, a registered charity, and is an independent museum. Join Buckingham Heritage Trust to obtain free entry for the year together with other useful benefits. Click here for details.

    Buckingham Old Gaol is a member of Tourism South East, the Milton Keynes Heritage Association, and was awarded Jewels of Milton Keynes status.

    © 2010 Buckingham Heritage Trust - registered charity no. 292807
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