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Buckley Hall Prison

Buckley Hall is a men’s prison in Rochdale, Greater Manchester.

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Visiting Buckley Hall

To visit someone in Buckley Hall you must:

• be on that person’s visitor list
• book your visit up to 4 weeks in advance
• have the required ID with you when you go

Prisoners can have up to 5 visitors at a time, including a maximum of 3 adults (over 18). At least one of the visitors must be an adult.

There is a limit to the number of visits a prisoner can have. You can check this with Buckley Hall.

Contact Buckley Hall if you have any questions about visiting.

Help with the cost of your visit

If you get certain benefits or have an NHS health certificate, you might be able to get help with the costs of your visit , including:

• travel to Buckley Hall
• somewhere to stay overnight

How to book family and friends visits

You can book your visit online .

You can book your visit by telephone.

Booking line: 01706 514 350 Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:30am to 11:30am and 1pm to 3:45pm

Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30am to 11:30am Find out about call charges

Or email: [email protected]

Visiting times:

• Monday to Thursday: 2pm to 4pm
• Friday: no visits
• Saturday and Sunday: 9:30am to 11:30am and 2pm to 4:30pm

How to book legal and professional visits

Book a legal visit by telephone or email.

Email: [email protected] Booking line: 01706 514 350 Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:30am to 11:30am and 1pm to 4pm Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30am to 11:30am Find out about call charges

Visiting times are Monday to Thursday, 2pm to 4pm.

Getting to Buckley Hall

Find Buckley Hall on a map

Buckley Hall is about 3 miles from Rochdale town centre and Rochdale train & Metrolink stations With accessible links to Manchester. It is also served by several local buses.

To plan your journey by public transport:

• use National Rail Enquiries
• use Traveline for local bus times

There is a free visitors car park, including spaces for Blue Badge holders.

Entering Buckley Hall

All visitors, aged 16 or older must prove their identity before entering the prison. Read the list of acceptable forms of ID when visiting a prison

• All visitors including children will be subject to a rub-down search
• You may also be subject to a further search by Prison staff with trained security dogs
• Buckley Hall has a strict dress code policy which means visitors should dress sensibly. You may be turned away if you are wearing items like vests, low-cut tops, short skirts or clothes with offensive statements on them
• There are strict controls on what you can take into Buckley Hall. You will have to leave most of the things you have with you in a locker in the visitors’ centre or in your car - this includes pushchairs and car seats
• Upon arrival, signs and notices are displayed to ensure you have a positive visit. Any failure to follow the published guidance could result in your visit being halted or cancelled with restrictions placed on you visiting the establishment in the future. Relevant requests and instructions are clearly displayed to inform you of all the necessary processes required
• Call the booking line if you have any questions about visiting

Visiting facilities

Buckley Hall has a visitors centre run by Partners of Prisoners (POPS) . Family and friends of prisoners can relax, buy refreshments and get advice and support from the staff.

The centre opens an hour before the first visit of the day.

There is a canteen and a children’s play area in the visiting hall.

Family days

Buckley Hall run 10 family visits a year. Details on how these visits by contacting: [email protected] .

Keep in touch with someone at Buckley Hall

There are several ways you can keep in touch with a prisoner during their time at Buckley Hall.

Secure video calls

To have a secure video call with someone in this prison you need to:

• Download the Prison Video app
• Create an account
• Register all visitors
• Add the prisoner to your contact list.

How to book a secure video call

You can request a secure video call with someone in this prison via the Prison Video app.

You will receive a notification when your request has been accepted.

Read more about how it works

Phone calls

Prisoners do not have phones in their cells so they will always have to call you. They have to buy phone credits to do this.

They can phone anyone named on their list of friends and family. This list is checked by security when they first arrive so it may take a few days before they are able to call.

Prisoners can make calls during set hours:

• Monday to Friday, 8am to 8:30am, 11:30am to 12:30pm, 5pm to 7pm
• Weekends, 8am to 5:15pm

You can also exchange voicemails using the Prison Voicemail service .

Officers may listen to phone calls as a way of preventing crime and helping keep people safe.

You can send emails to someone in Buckley Hall using the Email a Prisoner service .

You might also be able to attach photos and receive replies, depending on the rules at Buckley Hall.

You can write at any time.

Include the person’s name and prisoner number on the envelope.

If you do not know their prisoner number, contact Buckley Hall .

All post, apart from legal letters, will be opened and checked by officers.

Send money and gifts

You can use the free and fast online service to send money to someone in prison .

You can no longer send money by bank transfer, cheque, postal order or send cash by post.

If you cannot use the online service, you may be able to apply for an exemption - for example if you:

• are unable to use a computer, a smart phone or the internet
• do not have a debit card

This will allow you to send money by post.

Gifts and parcels

People in Buckley Hall are given a list of approved items that can be sent to them as gifts. Contact Buckley Hall for more information on what’s allowed.

Parcels should be addressed to reception. Make sure to include the person’s name and prisoner number on the parcel.

All parcels will be opened and checked by officers.

Friends and families of prisoners are permitted to send books directly to their loved ones, or can order books from approved retailers, which can source and send the books on to prisoners.

For the full list of approved retailers, you can read the HMPPS Incentives Policy, Annex F .

Life at Buckley Hall

Buckley Hall is committed to providing a safe and educational environment where men can learn new skills to help them on release.

Security and safeguarding

Every prisoner at Buckley Hall has a right to feel safe. The staff are responsible for their safeguarding and welfare at all times.

For further information about what to do when you are worried or concerned about someone in prison visit the Prisoners’ Families helpline website .

Arrival and first night

When a prisoner first arrives at Buckley Hall, they will be able to contact a family member by phone. This could be quite late in the evening, depending on the time they arrive.

They will get to speak to someone who will check how they’re feeling and ask about any immediate health and wellbeing needs.

Each prisoner who arrives at Buckley Hall gets an induction that lasts about a week. They will meet professionals who will help them with:

• health and wellbeing, including mental and sexual health
• any substance misuse issues, including drugs and alcohol
• personal development in custody and on release, including skills, education and training
• other support (sometimes called ‘interventions’), such as managing difficult emotions

Everyone also finds out about the rules, fire safety, and how things like calls and visits work.

Accommodation

Around 450 prisoners are at Buckley Hall across 4 units. There is a mixture of single and shared cells. Each unit has its own communal area and public telephones. Prisoners can rent TVs in their cells for £1 a week.

Prisoners have access to a gym, sports hall, fitness classes and sports-related courses and education.

Buckley Hall has a diverse, multi-faith chaplaincy team providing services and support to prisoners.

Education and work

Education at Buckley Hall is provided by Novus . Prisoners can learn important skills, such as English and maths, ICT, art, creative textiles and train in a variety of professions including shop fitting, property maintenance, industrial cleaning, plastering, bricklaying, carpentry and catering.

Work is also available in 3 prison-run workshops that:

• recycle electrical equipment
• repackage fashion goods for a high street retailer
• manufacture prison work wear.

Temporary release

Some Buckley Hall prisoners may qualify for release on temporary licence. This can be used to gain work experience in the local community and prepare for release. Prisoners can apply for this within the prison.

Support for family and friends

Find out about advice and helplines for family and friends .

To contact our head of family provision at Buckley Hall please speak to the Head of Reducing Reoffending on 01706 514300

Concerns, problems and complaints

In an emergency.

Call 01706 514 300 if you think a prisoner is at immediate risk of harm. Ask for the Orderly Officer and explain that your concern is an emergency.

Problems and complaints

If you have any other problem contact Buckley Hall .

Inspection reports

HM Prison and Probation Service publishes action plans for Buckley Hall in response to independent inspections.

Contact Buckley Hall

Governor: David McGurrell

Telephone (24 hours): 01706 514 300 Fax: 01706 514 399 Find out about call charges

HMP Buckley Hall Buckley Hall Road Rochdale Lancashire OL12 9DP

Updated visiting guidance based on 1 April COVID rule changes

Added link to new safer custody information under Security and safeguarding.

Updated visiting information: Testing for visitors aged 12 and over.

Updated rules for sending in money and gifts.

Added link to information about testing for physical contact.

New visiting times and booking information added.

Additional guidance about new COVID-19 variant in the Bolton and Blackburn areas.

Prison moved into National Stage 3 framework and is now preparing to open visits for family, friends and significant others. We will update this page with specific visiting information as soon as possible.

Updated visit info

Updated visiting information in line with new local restriction tiers.

Updated: Buckely Hall prison visiting information in line with coronavirus restrictions.

Updated information about secure video calling at this prison.

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A guide to hmp buckley hall.

If you’re facing a prison sentence at HMP Buckley Hall, it’s important to know what to expect. In this post, we’ll provide key insights into the prison, including its type, location, and transportation options. We’ll also explain what happens when a prisoner first arrives and offer guidance for those planning to visit. By the end of this post, you’ll have a better understanding of what to expect and how to navigate this challenging time.

What type of prison is HMP Buckley Hall?

HMP Buckley Hall, a Category C men’s public prison and Young Offenders Institution, is located in Rochdale, England. Managed by His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service, it houses 445 male prisoners, mainly those convicted by nearby courts. The facility provides healthcare, education, sports, and religious services for its inmates.

How to get to HMP Buckley Hall

HMP Buckley Hall is located at Buckley Rd, Rochdale, OL12 9DP. You can drive to the prison or use public transport (a short walk may be required, depending on the route). Several bus and coach routes pass near the prison and Northern rail services are also proximate.

What happens when you first go to prison as a prisoner?

If you’re entering prison for the first time, it’s understandable to feel worried and apprehensive about what’s ahead. However, having some knowledge of the initial stages of the process can help alleviate some of your concerns.

The first stage is called “reception” where you’ll be formally inducted into the prison system. The primary objective is to gather information about you, including your needs and any potential risks. This information will be used to determine your accommodation and other necessary services.

During the reception process, you’ll undergo a health screening to check for any immediate medical issues. You’ll also be thoroughly searched to ensure that you’re not carrying any prohibited items, and your personal belongings will be checked and recorded. You’ll receive information about the prison’s rules and regulations, daily routines, and available services and programs.

Once the reception process is complete, you’ll be assigned to a specific wing or unit within the prison. You’ll receive basic hygiene items, bedding, and a cell. If you have a cellmate, you’ll be introduced to them at this point.

What happens when you visit someone in prison?

England has specific protocols for visiting a prisoner that prioritize the safety and security of everyone involved.

Visitors must schedule their visit in advance and provide photographic identification upon arrival. A thorough security check may be conducted, which includes a check of the visitor’s body, clothes, and bags, even for children.

Once cleared, visitors will wait until their scheduled visit. They’ll then be escorted to a visiting room to see the prisoner. Depending on the prison’s policies, the visiting room may be partitioned by a screen or glass, or it could be an open room with several tables. Physical contact may be allowed.

When the visit is over, visitors will need to check out and may be subject to another security check to ensure that they are not carrying anything out of the prison on behalf of the prisoner.

For accurate and up-to-date information on visitation policies and procedures at HMP Buckley Hall, it’s best to reach out to the prison directly, especially if you have specific questions about what items you can bring with you.

Where to get more help

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The managers praised ‘can do’ staff and staff-prisoner relations, based on first-name terms, that the No. 1 called ‘better than any other jail I’ve worked in’; and noted a ‘No decision about me without me’ consultative approach to prisoners. Keywork was ‘the biggest positive in many years’. Healthcare, catering and gym ‘worked closely’ to support healthy living – and the catering was ‘excellent’. Family support was ‘strong’ (including parental contact visits, parenting courses etc). Drug recovery services were praised, as was education & training with its strong employer links (e.g. Recycling Lives which offers a job and accommodation on release). Allowing families of POELTS to visit helped reassure them about their loved ones’ safety, while the staff mess was ‘well-used’ and ‘valued’, and the gardens and green areas made ‘a big difference’ for all. Charity events involving both prisoners and staff were positives too.

The prisoners felt ‘very safe’, and agreed there was an ‘excellent’ rapport with staff (‘who really want to help’), liked the use of first names, and said the No. 1 was ‘very good’, highly visible, and approachable. They were consulted ‘on everything’ and the ‘very good’ Prison Council had quarterly meetings with the Deputy Governor and regular department meetings. Family support was ‘the best’ (including family and parental contact visits, ‘sitting next to’ partners, Storybook Dads with video, and parenting courses). They liked the charity ‘fun’ days and events, called the healthy food ‘phenomenal’, and praised the healthy living focus (including the prison Park Run) and ‘excellent’ gym staff and drug rehab support.

The Officers said the prison was ‘safe’, with ‘very supportive’ managers (including a visible and approachable No. 1), and supportive staff (‘lots of social events’) with ‘very good’ de-escalation skills, who had made POELTS very welcome. Staff-prisoner relations were ‘excellent’ and ‘informal but respectful’.

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DECEMBER 14, 2020 — After the recent refueling at power unit 3 of the Hungarian Paks NPP, its VVER-440 reactor has been loaded with a batch of fresh fuel including 18 fuel bundles of the new modification. The new fuel will be introduced at all four operating power units of the Paks NPP, and the amount of new-modification bundles in each refueling will be increased gradually.

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General Information, HMP Buckley Hall

Buckley Hall was the 4 th contracted-out prison in the UK, and the first privately managed category C establishment holding medium-security prisoners, and was operated by Group 4 Prison Services. After a tendering process in June 2000, the establishment reverted to Prison Service control. In April 2002 it re-roled to a closed female training prison. As a result of population pressures in the male estate, it was then re-roled back to a male category C prison in September 2005.

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• A wing – 110 beds; one spur is normal accommodation and the other is the drug and alcohol recovery unit
• B wing – 120 beds, normal accommodation
• C wing – 120 beds, one spur is the first night centre and induction and the other is the Aspire unit
• D wing – 59 beds, normal accommodation

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