Lewes Prison

At least one visitor must be 18 or older at every visit.

There may be a limit to the number of visits a prisoner can have. You can check this with Lewes.

Contact Lewes if you have more questions about visiting.

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:

On Thursday 5 November 2026, trains will be stopping before reaching Lewes station. This may affect travel arrangements for visitors attending the prison.

Visits will continue as normal and will not be cancelled.

Visitors should check available transport options before travelling and make alternative arrangements where necessary.

You must arrive at least 45 minutes before your visit to allow for security and processing.

HMP Lewes is able to offer social and professional visits for those with mobility concerns, please email [email protected], if you require support.

If you require to change any information on your online booking please contact [email protected]

You can book official face to face visits by: 

Anybody who is newly convicted (not on recall or remand) can have an ‘early day’ visit subject to availability. When available, this will take place within 72 hours and will be available for up to 3 visitors only above the age of 18.

Visitors can request to book these by emailing [email protected].

There is also limited availability to use Prison video app for those that can not visit in person.

On Thursday 5 November 2026, trains will be stopping before reaching Lewes station. This may affect travel arrangements for visitors attending the prison.