Main entrance to Stafford Prison
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Main entrance to Stafford Prison
Image: © Rod Grealish Taken: 21 Jun 2024
The main entrance to Stafford Prison, officially known as HM Prison Stafford, is on Gaol Street. The prison is classed as a Category 'C' Prison facility for male adults. The image was taken from County Road. The oldest part of the prison was built 1787–93. This part and several other parts of the prison are grade II listed. Former 'residents' include William Palmer, physician and poisoner, executed and buried at the prison, Michael Collins, Irish revolutionary leader, and Rolf Harris, TV entertainer.
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Image Location
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52.811506
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-2.118793