The prison has 150 acres of farm and grounds maintained by prisoners learning horticultural and agricultural skills. The site has gardens with herbaceous borders, lawns, heritage orchard, allotments, greenhouses, wildflower meadow, wellness garden, wildlife and fish ponds and extensive woodland. You will be accompanied by the farm managers who will give a guided tour of the farm and grounds.
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The prison was formerly RAF Kirkham built in 1939 and used to train 72,000 British and allied services men and women until its closure in 1945. In 1962 it opened as a prison. The site retains many features from its time as an RAF base, including two runways which are now roads.
HMP Kirkham,
Preston,
Lancashire,
PR4 2RN
Directions to HMP Kirkham
Visitors should park at the farm shop which is 1st R as you turn off Freckleton Rd for the prison. Overspill parking also avail in general visitor car park.
For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.
For this open day you need to pre-book your ticket in advance. To book tickets please click on the book button below.
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Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at HMP Kirkham at this time.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.
Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at HMP Kirkham, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Sorry, HMP Kirkham does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.
Yes. HMP Kirkham seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.
