HMP Aylesbury

HMP Aylesbury is a prison with an interesting and varied past. It has been in operation since 1847. It was originally a county gaol, until 1890, when it became a prison for women. At the turn of the century two new wings were added, and in 1959, the prison was converted to incarcerate male prisoners. Since 1989, the establishment has been used to house young offenders, and holds the longest sentences young male offenders in the UK prison system. It is currently able to house up to 444 inmates.