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Bodmin Jail Haunted History Quiz

June 28, 2023

How much do you know about the cryptic corners and shadowy stories of the infamous Bodmin Jail? Find out with our tricky trivia quiz, designed to test your knowledge about one of the most fascinating historical sites in the UK. From spine-tingling apparitions to captivating historical fact, every question will take you deeper into the myth and legends of this iconic paranormal hotspot.

1. When was Bodmin Jail originally built?

2. What is the significance of the name 'Kreed Kafer' in relation to Bodmin Jail?

3. Who was Anne Jefferies according to a former exhibit in the jail?

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4. What was the large fire in the cellar of Bodmin Jail used for?

5. What happened during the infamous incident on the 'Most Haunted' at Bodmin Jail?

6. What happened to the execution pit at Bodmin Jail?

7. What was unique about prisoner Anne Jefferies according to her story in Bodmin Jail?

8. Who was the designer of Bodmin Jail?

9. How long was Bodmin Jail operational for?

10. Which of these precious British artefact was reportedly held in Bodmin Jail during the First World War?

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11. Who was F. Digby Hardy in relation to Bodmin Jail?

12. What is notable about the construction of Bodmin Jail?

13. Bodmin Jail was the first British prison to hold prisoners in individual cells.

14. Roughly how many public hangings did Bodmin Jail see during its operational years?

15. Which of the following was not part of the renovation of Bodmin Jail?

16. Which of these is NOT a real area of the jail?

17. In which year was the last execution by hanging performed at Bodmin Jail?

18. Who are some of the notable spirits reported to haunt Bodmin Jail?

19. What crime was Selina Wadge executed for at Bodmin Jail?

20. Who was the crowd of 250,000 people gathered to watch the execution of in 1844 at Bodmin Jail?

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