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HM Prison Downview

1989 establishments in EnglandPrisons in SurreyUse British English from March 2019Women's prisons in England

HM Prison Downview is a women's closed category prison. Downview is located on the outskirts of Banstead in Surrey, England (overlooking Banstead Downs), and is immediately adjacent to the southern boundary of Belmont in Greater London. The prison is operated by His Majesty's Prison Service, and is situated in proximity to High Down Prison for men.

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HM Prison Downview
High Down Lane, Reigate and Banstead

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HMP Downview

High Down Lane
SM2 5PJ Reigate and Banstead
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