Serial murders, rapists and underworld bosses have all been ushered through the doors of Strangeways. HMP Manchester, which it is officially known as, was opened on June 25, 1868, and since then has seen famous executions, prison riots, and thousands of inmates.
Late last year it was revealed that Manchester city council had approached the government about the prospect of Strangeways prison being closed and relocated out of Manchester.
The council argued that the prison is 'coming to the end of its natural lifespan' and is not suitable for the 'significant remodelling and expansion' needed to bring it up to modern-day standards.
