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Silent Disco Behind Bars at Shrewsbury Prison

Silent Disco: A Night Out Behind Bars at Shrewsbury Prison | 18 September 2026

Experience a silent disco after dark inside a real former prison. Get ready for a night out behind bars at Shrewsbury Prison’s Silent Disco.

Three channels. One real prison. Choose your soundtrack.

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Silent Disco Shrewsbury Prison: A night out behind bars for a group of ladies to enjoy dancing to great music, drinking, and having fun

The prison becomes the dancefloor

This is not another ordinary night at a club.

Step inside a real former prison after dark, collect your glowing headphones and watch the historic wing transform with colour, music and hundreds of people choosing their own soundtrack.

Bringing friends who never agree on the playlist? Perfect. Each person can change channel whenever they like, so your group can dance together without having to listen to the same music.

Whether you are planning a night out with friends, celebrating a birthday or simply looking for something different to do in Shrewsbury, this is one night you will be talking about long after your sentence is served.

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Silent Disco Shrewsbury Prison: A night out behind bars in the real former prison for everyone to enjoy - from groups of friends, hen parties, anniversary celebrations, to birthday parties September 2026

Choose your soundtrack

Switch between three music channels at the touch of a button. You can choose from:

  • Cell Block Anthems: Singalong classics, pop favourites and crowd-pleasing party hits from the 80s through to today. This is the channel where everyone knows the words.
  • New Release: Current hits, modern pop, house, drum & bass and dance remixes for those who want the latest sounds.
  • Old School: 90s and 00s pop, indie, dance classics and guilty pleasures guaranteed to bring back memories.

Change channel as often as you like—or stay loyal to your favourite all night.

Silent Disco Shrewsbury Prison: A night out behind bars for a students, birthday parties, hen does - upgrade to our VIP package and enjoy your own cell!

Governor’s VIP Package

Make your night behind bars even more memorable with the limited Governor’s VIP Package. It includes:

  • Entry to the Silent Disco
  • A private cell for your group to use during the evening
  • Glow sticks
  • An exclusive “Sentenced to Dance” T-shirt
  • Queue jump on arrival
  • Your first drink is on the Governor, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available

This is an ideal upgrade for birthdays, hen parties, reunions and milestone celebrations.

Private cells are available for groups of four to six people, with one group sharing each cell. All members of the group must hold a Governor’s VIP Package ticket.

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Report to the Governor for a night behind bars

Expect an official welcome, a little discipline and light-hearted Governor-led moments throughout the night. His job is to keep the evening running smoothly.

  • Doors open: 7pm
  • We recommend arriving between 7pm and 7.30pm so you have time to collect your headphones, visit the bar and be ready for the Governor’s official welcome at 8pm.
  • Last entry: 9pm
  • Event finish: 11pm

Choose your channel carefully. For crimes against rhythm, you may be Sentenced to Dance.

Silent Disco Shrewsbury Prison: A night out behind bars in the prison wing

One prison. Three channels. One unforgettable night.

Gather your friends, choose your soundtrack and experience a silent disco inside Shrewsbury Prison after dark.

This is a one-night-only event with limited ticket availability.

Please read the Silent Disco Event Terms & Conditions before booking.

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What is a silent disco?

Instead of music playing through speakers, everyone receives a pair of wireless headphones. You can switch between three different music channels and control your own volume.

Do my friends and I have to listen to the same channel?

No. Everyone chooses their own soundtrack and can change channel at any time. The colour of each person’s headphones shows which channel they are listening to.

When should I arrive?

Doors open at 7pm and we recommend arriving between 7pm and 7.30pm. This gives you time to check in, collect your headphones, visit the bar and be ready for the Governor’s welcome.

Last entry is at 9pm.

Is the Governor’s VIP Package available to individuals?

Private cells are available for groups of four to six people. All members of the group must hold a Governor’s VIP Package ticket. VIP capacity is limited, so advance booking is strongly recommended.

Will food and drink be available?

A bar will be open throughout the event, serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Crisps and other bagged snacks will also be available. Shrewsbury Prison is a cashless venue, so all purchases must be made by card or contactless payment.

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