HMP High Down first visit checklist
What to take tomorrow. Official facts and what families reported. Not a promise.
Already on their visitor list
OfficialYou cannot book until they add you. First visits take longer because of the visitor list.
Photo ID
OfficialBring acceptable photo ID. Expired ID is not accepted.
Dress
OfficialCheck the Official dress list before you travel. Hoodies and ripped clothes are often turned away.
Can I wear this?Arrive early
OfficialAllow time to get through security. Local queues vary.
Book
OfficialBook on GOV.UK or the booking line once you are on their visitor list. Booking line 0207 147 6570.
Book on GOV.UKLockers
prisoncheckPhones and bags usually go in a locker. Bring change.
Money for the visit
Community£45, cash only
To spend in the visits hall: food, drinks and anything to take back.
- You order the food and drinks before you go into the visits hall.
One family, October 2026. Not official: check with the prison before you go.
Not on the list yet?
Families report a first visit of 10 days. That is the wait for the list, not what to put in the bag.
First visit waitWhat the visit was like
Live family notes. Official facts stay on the list above.
“They are quite lenient just nothing short no football tops and nothing showing shoulders or too low cut”
Visit rules · 1mo ago
GOV.UK · 2026-06-26 · Official source