Book a Prison Visit to Norwich Prison
Norwich Prison, also known as HMP Norwich, has been a prominent correctional facility since 1887. Located on the eastern outskirts of Norwich in Norfolk, England, this Category B/C prison accommodates adult and juvenile males. Following the closure of its last large Victorian prisoner wing in 2009, Norwich Prison has adapted with new units to support inmates, particularly those new to custody or with substance misuse issues.
Visiting Norwich Prison
Booking a Visit
- Advance Booking: Visits must be booked in advance either online or by phone.
- Online Booking: Visit www.gov.uk/prison-visits with the prisoner’s name, date of birth, and prisoner number. Choose up to 3 dates and times, and the prison will confirm via email.
- Phone Booking: Call the Visits Booking line at 01603 708795. Lines are open Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 12:30 & 13:30 – 16:00.
- Booking Deadline: Book by 4 pm the day before the visit, or by 4 pm on Friday for weekend visits. Bookings cannot be made more than 7 days in advance.
Visiting times to Norwich prison
Visiting Times
- Visiting times vary depending on the wing and the isolation status of prisoners.
- Reception Site (wings A, B, C, E, M, Ketts unit): Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays (9:30 am to 11:30 am); Wednesdays and Saturdays (2:15 pm to 4:15 pm).
- Local Discharge Unit (wings F, G, Healthcare, L wing): Tuesdays and Thursdays (2:15 pm to 4:15 pm); Saturdays and Sundays (9:30 am to 11:30 am).
Visitor Requirements
- Identification: Visitors must provide acceptable ID, such as a passport, driving licence, or other approved documents.
- Visitor Limit: A maximum of three adults and their children are permitted per visit.
- Arrival Time: Arrive no later than 10:45 for morning visits and 15:00 for afternoon visits.
Allowed Items
- Visitors are permitted to bring locker keys, up to £15 in coins, identification, a baby’s bottle or cup, and essential medicines.
HMP Norwich Prison Visiting Information
Special Facilities
- Family Visits: Special visits for families to spend quality time, with a separate room equipped for children of all ages.
- Visitors’ Centre: Offers crèche facilities for children aged 0-8, run by Ormiston Children & Families Trust.
Directions to Norwich Prison
Address
Norwich Prison, Knox Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4LU.
Public Transport
- Bus: Routes 19, 20, 24, and 24a from Riverside Road stop near the prison.
- Train: From Norwich Station, a 20-minute walk to the prison.
By Car
- Follow signs from A11 and A47, with directions available for final approaches to the prison. Limited parking is available on-site.
Contact Information
- Phone: 01603 708 300 (Switchboard), 01603 708 795 (Visits Booking).
- Email for Booking Confirmation: [norwich[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).
Reminder
Please verify all details with official sources for accuracy and legal compliance.
For further details, visit prisonguide.co.uk and gov.uk.