Portillo's Hidden History of Britain

S01E03 Shepton Mallet

Michael Portillo explores four remarkable deserted sites, starting with Shepton Mallet prison, which has a rich history spanning 400 years. This facility has housed thousands of inmates, witnessed numerous executions, and endured many escape attempts. It has been a refuge for notorious criminals and, during World War II, served as a secure location for some of Britain’s most valuable historical artifacts, including the Magna Carta.