Barlinnie Prison
Barlinnie Prison is one of the largest prisons in Scotland and houses male offenders, remand and convicted prisoners serving less than 4 years. Barlinnie has a capacity of 1019 and is based in the Riddrie area of Glasgow.
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How To Book A Visit At Barlinnie Prison
Convicted offender’s visits are booked by the offenders and it’s their responsibility to inform their families/friends of the date and time. They are entitled to not less than 2 hours in any 28 day period.
Remand visits at Barlinnie are booked by prisoner’s families, calling the direct booking line on 0141 770 2109 (Weekdays 9am to 1pm, and 2pm to 4pm / Saturdays 9am to 1pm). Remand prisoners may have one visit per day Monday to Friday and one at the weekend. Visits must be booked 24 hours in advance.
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HMP Barlinnie Prison Address:
81 Lee Avenue,
Riddrie,
Glasgow
G33 2QX
Barlinnie Prison Contact Details
Barlinnie Prison Telephone Number: 01417702000
Barlinnie Prison Directions
How to get to Barlinnie Prison
By train:The nearest stations are at Alexandra Parade and Carntyne, both at least 30 minutes walk from the prison.
Parking: Visitors can use the car park on the left as they come up the driveway to the prison. If there are no spaces in this car park then visitors will need to park on Smithycroft Road.
By Bus: First Bus number 38 / 38A / 38C stop near the prison (First Bus 38B & 38E do not go to HMP Barlinnie and there are other bus companies with number 38 buses which do not go to Barlinnie – check with the driver to be sure). There are stops at both Queen Street and Central Stations in Glasgow City Centre
Barlinnie Prison Visits
To gain access to the prison for the purpose of visiting, you must have two forms of identification, one of which must be photographic ID. Entry to the prison will not be permitted without acceptable identification.
The following examples shall be accepted as suitable for photographic ID purposes:
- Valid Passport
· Photographic Driving Licence
· Citizen/Validate UK Card
· Senior Citizens Bus Pass
The following examples shall be accepted as suitable for proof of address provided it is less than 3 months old:
- Utility bill
· Council tax bill
· Bank statement
· Other letter from official source