Book a Prison Visit to Shotts Prison: An Overview

Visiting times at Shotts Prison vary throughout the week, providing ample opportunities for family and friends to visit their loved ones. Here is the detailed schedule:

• Monday: 09:30 – 10:30, 11:00 – 12:00, 13:30 – 15:30
• Tuesday: 10:15 – 11:45, 13:00 – 14:00, 14:30 – 15:30, 19:00 – 20:30
• Wednesday: 10:15 – 11:45, 13:00 – 14:00, 14:30 – 15:30, 19:00 – 20:30
• Thursday: 09:30 – 10:30 (child-free visit), 11:00 – 12:00, 13:30 – 15:30, 19:00 – 20:30
• Friday: 13:30 – 15:30, 19:00 – 20:30
• Saturday and Sunday: 14:15 – 15:45

Ensure you confirm the visit times beforehand as they are subject to change.

Parking Information and Directions to Shotts Prison

By Car

• From the West: Take junction 5, B7057/B7066 exit to Shotts/Harthill, turn right onto B7057, right onto Hirst Rd (B7066), and then left onto Newmill and Canthill Rd.
• From the East: At junction 5, take B7057/B7066 exit to Harthill/Shotts, slight left onto B7057, right onto Hirst Rd (B7066), and left onto Newmill and Canthill Rd.

By Train

The nearest train station is Hartwood Railway Station, approximately 1.4 miles from the prison. Upon leaving the station, head towards Hartwood Road and continue onto Newmill-Canthill Road.

By Bus

Sacro offers a bus service between Glasgow and Shotts Prison twice monthly. For more details, contact Sacro at 0141 248 1763.

Free parking is available for visitors at the prison.

What to Take With You to a Visit

When you book a prison visit to Shotts Prison, it is crucial to know what to bring and what to expect. Visitors must bring photographic ID and proof of address. Acceptable forms of ID include a valid passport or photographic driving licence. All visitors must go through a security check, including a metal detector and possibly a rub-down search. Valuables should be stored in the provided lockers.

What to Wear

Dress conservatively. Avoid revealing clothing or items that may be deemed inappropriate by prison staff. Comfortable clothing is recommended as visits may involve some waiting time.

Money

Coin-operated refreshment machines are available in the visit room. Bring small change to use these facilities.

What to Expect

Upon arrival, check in at the vestibule, where staff will assist you through the security process. After the checks, you will be guided to the visiting area and allocated a table. The visit room is equipped with various amenities, including toilets, disabled facilities, and a children’s play area.