Shepton Mallet Travel Guide

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HMP Shepton Mallet, sometimes known as Cornhill, is a former prison located in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, England. When it closed in 2013, it was the United Kingdom's oldest operating prison, and had been since the closure of HMP Lancaster Castle in 2011. Before closure Shepton Mallet was a category C lifer prison holding 189 prisoners. The prison building is grade II* listed, while the former gatehouse and perimeter walls are grade II. It is also reported to be the most haunted prison in England. Take a tour around this amazing establishment steeped in history, guided by a former prison officer - certainly worth a visit.
HMP Shepton Mallet, sometimes known as Cornhill, is a former prison located in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, England. When it closed in 2013, it was the United Kingdom's oldest operating prison, and had been since the closure of HMP Lancaster Castle in 2011. Before closure Shepton Mallet was a category C lifer prison holding 189 prisoners. The prison building is grade II* listed, while the former gatehouse and perimeter walls are grade II. It is also reported to be the most haunted prison in England. Take a tour around this amazing establishment steeped in history, guided by a former prison officer - certainly worth a visit.
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Charlton Viaduct, Shepton Mallet
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Montigo Resorts, Somerset

Montigo Resorts, Somerset

4 out of 5
near Glastonbury Shepton Mallet England
Stay at this spa hotel in Shepton Mallet. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (334 reviews)
Staff very helpful

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

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Apex City of Bath Hotel

Apex City of Bath Hotel

4 out of 5
1 James Street West Bath England
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The price is 2.881.158 ₫ per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
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9 Feb - 10 Feb
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,682 reviews)
Lovely room, great facilities.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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Hampton by Hilton Bath City

Hampton by Hilton Bath City

4 out of 5
Avon Street Bath England
The price is 2.471.452 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
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9/10 Wonderful! (2,101 reviews)
Lovely clean room (samsung tv with screen mirroring is always appreciated)

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

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Hiding Space - Westgate Apartments

Hiding Space - Westgate Apartments

4 out of 5
4-5 Westgate Buildings Bath England
Stay at this apartment in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (335 reviews)
Restaurants near by. Lovely studio. Cosy and clean.☺️

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

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Beech House

Beech House

4 out of 5
6 Saint Paul's Road Bristol England
Stay at this apartment in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Bristol Hippodrome Theatre and Cabot ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Will definitely stay here again if I’m in the area again. Had everything that I needed, and the bed was one of the most comfortable that I have slept on.

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WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

2.5 out of 5
Featherbed Ln Bristol England
Stay at this residence in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Chew Valley and Stanton Drew Stone Circle are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
perfect for my friend

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms
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Popular places to visit

Royal Bath and West Showground

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Royal Bath and West Showground during your trip to Doulting. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Royal Bath and West Showground

Kilver Court

4/5(1 review)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Kilver Court during your visit to Shepton Mallet. Discover the beautiful countryside and stunning cathedral in this quaint area.

Kilver Court

Avalon Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Avalon Vineyard during your travels to East Pennard. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Avalon Vineyard

Reviews of Shepton Mallet

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4 - Good
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4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 34%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very quiet and beautiful views

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A peaceful and picturesque little village. It was ideal for us.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

A nice quiet place close to Wells lovely gardens, and shopping outlet, steam train railway within easy reach of lots of locations if wanted to visit nice for short break

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place to stop over.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Did not actually visit S Mallet itself, but the immediate surrounding area which is delightful.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Kilver Court outlet centre is definitely worth a visit.