Cardiff

Inside the prison and daily life

Cardiff Prison is a men's establishment in the centre of Cardiff. Its six residential units contain single and shared cells, with showers and telephones available on the units.

The prison offers education and work intended to provide purposeful activity during custody. Learning ranges from English, Welsh and maths to higher-level study and recognised qualifications.

Industrial workshops include barista training, manufacturing and production, industrial cleaning, and street and rail work. Jobs around the prison also include cleaning, painting and kitchen duties.

Exercise facilities cater for a range of physical abilities, and prisoners have access to a library. A multi-faith chaplaincy provides religious support alongside other welfare services.

Induction introduces new arrivals to rules, fire safety, health services, training and contact arrangements. Accredited offending behaviour programmes form another part of the prison's offer.

Visiting and family contact

Families can obtain information and guidance through the visitors centre. Support is available to help relatives understand procedures and maintain contact while someone is in custody.

Anyone planning a visit should check approval, booking and identification requirements before travelling. A confirmed appointment remains subject to the prison's entry and security rules.

Practical advice before you make arrangements

Use Cardiff's official page below for its current booking route, required identification, permitted items and travel instructions.

Confirm that the person is still at Cardiff and that your visit has been accepted before making travel arrangements. Ask the prison in advance about disability access, medication or children's needs.