Sark Prison
Built in 1856, one of the world's smallest prisons, with just two cells. A fun little sight on the island.
Sark Prison was built in 1856 near the central road of the island. It is a small stone building with only two cells, and is considered one of the smallest prisons in the world. It is still used for short-term holding, for no more than two days, before prisoners are transferred to Guernsey. The prison is usually locked, so you can only see the exterior and the notice board by the door. A walk around it takes only a few minutes, and it is worth a stop if you pass by on bike or horse-drawn carriage.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day
Nearby sights
- St Peter's Church
- La Seigneurie Gardens
- Dixcart Bay
- Derrible Bay
- Sark Henge
- Creux Harbour
- Window in the Rock
- La Coupée