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HMP/YOI High Down

Sutton, LONDON, United Kingdom

High Down is a men’s prison and young offender institution (YOI) near Sutton in Surrey.

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Prison information

Contacting and visiting

Address: High Down Lane, Sutton, Surrey, SM2 5PJ
Phone: (020) 7147 6300
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At a glance

Security / category: Multi
Operator: Public Sector Prison
Capacity: Not listed
Opened: Not listed
Gender (listing): Mens Prison
Cohort: Reception, Trainer & Resettlement
Predominant function: Reception
Prison sub-group 1: PUBLIC SECTOR PRISONS SOUTH
Type (listing): Reception, Trainer & Resettlement · Reception

Capacity and opening year are not listed for this establishment. Check the official operator's page for current figures.

What type of prison is HMP/YOI High Down?

HMP/YOI High Down appears in this directory as a local prison for adult men. It also has training and resettlement roles.

Overview

High Down is a men’s prison and young offender institution (YOI) near Sutton in Surrey.

Prison Life

Cohort: Reception, Trainer & Resettlement. Predominant function: Reception. Gender provision: Mens Prison. Day-to-day regime details should be confirmed with the establishment or official prison finder information.

How to visit HMP/YOI High Down

For visits and bookings, contact the establishment on (020) 7147 6300. Policies differ between sites—check the official visitor information before you travel.

Planning your visit to HMP/YOI High Down

Arranging a visit usually starts with an official booking process rather than turning up unannounced. Check the latest visitor guidance from the operating authority before you travel, because policies are updated and can catch families out. Rules and practical steps vary between institutions; treat each establishment as its own case when you plan.

For a step-by-step overview, read how prison visits work — then confirm every rule with the operator for this establishment.

HMP/YOI High Down facility details

For enquiries, contact HMP/YOI High Down on (020) 7147 6300. The prison is based at High Down Lane, Sutton, Surrey, SM2 5PJ.

Where is HMP/YOI High Down located?

You will find HMP/YOI High Down in Sutton, within LONDON, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 51.3368, -0.1887.

Map preview — 51.3368, -0.1887

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