Facility Visits
Hydebank Wood Secure College and Women’s Prison (25 people)
Called a ‘model of excellence’ by independent inspectors, Hydebank is a medium to low security establishment accommodating young males (18-24 years old) and all female prisoners. In 2015, Hydebank became a ‘secure college’ with a strong focus on learning and skills, having previously acted as a Young Offenders Centre. At Hydebank, the Prison Service also operates the Prison Service College, which trains both recruits and serving operational grades. Hydebank is located on the outskirts of South Belfast, approximately seven miles from Belfast City Centre. Your visit will highlight the person centred and whole College approach to delivering bespoke rehabilitative interventions.
The visit to Hydebank starts at 9.30 AM and finishes at 12 noon. Bus departs at 8.45am from Conference Centre, Belfast – returning to the Conference Centre at approximately 1.00pm.