Hexham Old Gaol

Coordinates: 54°58′16″N 2°06′00″W / 54.971°N 2.100°W / 54.971; -2.100

Hexham Old Gaol
Hexham Old Gaol
Hexham Old Gaol  Hexham Old Gaol shown within Northumberland
OS grid reference	NY937640
List of places: UK • England • Northumberland

For other uses, see Old Gaol.

The Hexham Old Gaol (Pronounced jail) is in the town of Hexham, Northumberland, England. It is reputed to be the oldest purpose-built prison in England.

The gaol was built under the order of William Melton, the Archbishop of York, in 1330–33. It held prisoners from Hexhamshire and also, in the 16th century, from the English Middle March, before their trial in the Moothall Court Room nearby.

The gaol currently houses a museum, covering: archaeology, archives, costume and textiles, law and order, music, photography, social history, weapons and war. The collections include 15th and 16th century arms and armour, and objects of local historical interest. The Border Library holds the Butler Collection, books, recordings and music relating to the culture of the Borders.

Margot and 'The Chief' currently work at the gaol.

External links

• Hexham Old Gaol - official site at Northumberland County Council]
• Old Gaol information at Tynedale Learning Links
• Images of Hexham Castle Site, Moot Hall & Old Gaol
• Information from the 24 Hour Museum
• Review

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