Pentonville prison was the prototype for a radical design by Major Jebb – after whom the avenue on which Brixton prison stands was named. Pentonville was completed over 170 years ago and has remained in use ever since as a local prison. Although much refurbishment has taken place the original four cellblocks are as they were when the prison opened in 1842.
Accommodation
- Wing A – First night and induction unit
- Wing C – General population
- Wing D – General population
- Wing E1 – Segregation unit
- Wings E2-E5 – General population
- Wings F1-F4 – Integrated drug treatment system (drug and alcohol) stabilisation unit
- Wing F5 – Vulnerable persons unit
- Wing G1 – Resettlement unit
- Wings G2-G5 – General population
- Health care centre – 22-bed inpatient unit
- Wing J – Unit for prisoners who want to remain drug free and address their substance misuse
