Category B HMPPS
HMP Birmingham
HMP Birmingham dates back to the Victorian era, and was built in 1849. It’s situated in Winson Green, close to the centre of the city; and is a category B prison for remand and sentenced adult males. The prison is privately run by GS4, and is also one of the largest in the UK, with the capacity to hold 1,450 inmates. It currently runs an education programme, which is offered by Derby College
General Statistics
- Capacity1450
- OperatorHMPPS
- Established1849
- CategoryCategory B
- AddressWinson Green Road Birmingham B18 4AS
- Visiting HoursVisits are every day. Monday-Friday visits are 09:00 to 11:45 (9:00 to 10:00 and 10:45 to 11:45 on Thu), 14:00 to 16:00, and 18:00 to 19:30 (Tue, Wed, Thu). On Saturday or Sunday visits are between 8:30 and 9:45, 10:15 and 11:45, and 15:00 to 16:00.
Official Complaint Routes
- Email[email protected]
- Fatalities[email protected]
- Phone+44 20 7633 4100