• Maitland City Council has contracted a team of specialist consultants as the first step in determining what is needed to allow Maitland Gaol to safely reopen to the...
  • Even the Mayor of Maitland, Mr Waller, attended!. Unlock more of the intriguing past with a tour at Maitland Gaol mait.city/GaolWhatsOn.
  • The "Australian Museum of Clothing and Textiles" is located in the Maitland Gaol and features clothing and accessories, textiles and related items.
  • We took a school group to Maitland Gaol recently and found it an excellent educational experience.
  • Prior to the construction of Maitland Gaol in the 1840's the facilities for holding prisoners in Maitland prior to transfer to Newcastle gaol were appalling.
  • Maitland City Council has announced the immediate closure of Maitland Gaol following an independent safety review of the site including the fire and electrical...
  • Welcome to Maitland Gaol. “It was here in the C-Wing that notorious prisoners Ivan Milat and George Savvas plotted to escape in 1997.
  • Because I had the time, and really wanted to explore the Gaol, I selected Maitland Gaol Revealed. This is a 1.5 hour tour that guides you through all the main areas.
  • Plan your visit. Maitland Gaol, Lindesay Street, East Maitland, Newcastle-Maitland, Maitland City Council, New South Wales, 2323, Australia.
  • Hangings took place at the main gates and the back corner of the gaol. Sixteen men were executed at Maitland Gaol between 1849 and 1897 – all for rape or murder.