Buckingham Old Gaol

Buckingham Old Gaol Museum traces the history of Buckingham and North Buckinghamshire, from prehistoric times to the mid-20th century. Housed in the historic Grade 2* listed former gaol, it features numerous artefacts and displays, including occasional stand-alone exhibitions in the former prisoners' Exercise Yard which now has a glazed roof. Museum exhibits include displays of militaria by Bucks Military Museum Trust, prisoner conditions from when the building was a gaol, plus coins from the Lenborough Hoard that were minted in Buckingham, It also houses the only collection of Flora Thomson (Lark Rise to Candleford) memorabilia The Exercise Yard is also available to hire, and is a popular venue for business meetings, parties, training sessions, lectures and receptions of all kinds. The building also houses the local Tourist Information Centre, with leaflets and information about the area, and trained staff to advise visitors.