Former Town Gaol To Rear Of Nos 22 And 23.

The former Town Gaol, built in 1838, is located to the rear of Nos 22 and 23 on East Street in South Molton. This building replaced a 17th-century gaol and is constructed of rubble. It currently lacks a roof and is in a derelict state. The south facade features four windows with segmental heads; the leftmost windows are sashes with glazing bars, while the other two are casements. There is a door on the left side, but there are no openings on the rear or sides of the building. Inside, the walls are made of brick, and there is a plain staircase with a metal balustrade. The structure is included mainly for its historical interest. A former exercise yard is partially preserved, although it is partly obscured by later additions.