The Bridewell on Argyle Street is a compact, stone-fronted building that sits as a quiet neighbor to the city’s busy modern shopping areas. Built in the eighteen-forties, it was designed as a local police lock-up and fire station. During its years of operation, it served as a temporary home for drunken sailors and dockers pulled from the nearby waterfront. The interior featured seven holding cells, which were provided free of charge, though anyone seeking a bed or a better meal had to pay extra for the privilege.
The Bridewell
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