A Victorian Radial local with 5 spokes off the central hub. 4 of these are for accommodation and 1 for admin, The prison is currently undergoing major refurbishment with a build programme lasting 5 years. Work already completed includes safer custody changes to health care first night and detox, a new electrical system, renewal of the fire and general alarms, a new visits complex and pedestrian access at the main gate. The rebuild of C wing, that was suffering from age decay, is well underway. The sacrifice of prison places in the short term should result in the provision of a modern facility enabling in Winchester to provide a better standard of care for offenders.
Address:
Romsey Road
Winchester
SO22 5DF
Tel: 01962 723000
Fax: 01962 723001 / Westhill 01962 723108
Winchester Prison Community Mental Health Team: 01962 723000
Governor: David Ward
Accommodation: Mostly double cells
Operational Capacity: 544 as of 27th December 2007 (including West Hill)
Reception Criteria: All males up to cat B no cat A's. Transfers in only by prior agreement.
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