Prison Information

For more information about Prison Visitor Centres – please view the Scottish Prison Services website.

HMP Barlinnie

Main switch board: 0141 770 2000
Family Contact Officer: 0141 770 2037
Social Work Unit: 0141 770 2123
Chaplains: 0141 770 2059

81 Lee Avenue
Riddrie
Glasgow
G33 2QX

Due to Coronavirus, prison visits are slightly different. Please read the latest information from the SPS Website.

Nearest Train Station: Alexandra Parade (1.9 miles)

Buses: First Bus number 38 / 38A / 38C

Limited free parking for visitors is available at the prison.

Information on getting to HMP Barlinnie is available here.

Information on financial support for the cost of prison visits is available here.

HMP Barlinnie has a Visitors’ Centre service provided by The Croft.

Due to the Coronavirus The Croft is providing a revised service. Details can be found here

Further information on the Visitors’ Centre is available at www.barlinniveisitorscentre.org

Financial Support for Visits to Prison

For information on financial support for visits to prison - please click here.

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