HMP Dovegate

We are pleased to share that the network systems are back live at HMP Dovegate. Please bear with us as the systems catch up across the establishment. Thank you for your understanding and apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Please be advised that from 00:00hrs on the 22nd February HMP Dovegate have been experiencing network issues. We are working tirelessly to resolve this. Please note, purple visits have been affected and potentially may not go ahead. We apologise for any inconvenience.

One of our main priorities is keeping prisoners in touch with their families and this week we held our first two day family event of 2024. It was great seeing the families smiling and laughing, taking part in a range of activities and visits from @CritterishUK. #SercoAndProud

The 7th February was a proud day for us at HMP Dovegate and @RestartDogs. Both Emily and Luther moved on to new adventures and on the next leg of their journeys as assistance dogs, making lives better, helping veterans. Both will be missed by the prisoners and fosterers involved.

HMP Dovegate are incredibly proud of 2023’s Koestler Arts results with an outstanding total of 59 awards. Every year, we look forward to seeing the art work the prisoners in our care create and we are already preparing for 2024! #SercoAndProud

Staff from HMP Dovegate have volunteered to support the the TV show @DIYSOS in a big build for @BBCCiN at @treetopshospice. We are beyond proud and feel very fortunate to support a project so fantastic and look forward to seeing the end result. #SercoAndProud

Recently, 2 of our Dog Handlers and 1 PCO visited @1122sqn to talk about careers within the Prison Service. As well as learning about the careers available at HMP Dovegate, they got to meet PDD Merlin, try on our PPE and experience mini demonstrations. #SercoAndProud

@burtonalbionfc reached out asking if we could build them some benches. Our Industries Team got straight to it! The feedback was ‘The benches are fantastic, parents use them whilst waiting to collect children from our holiday camp. They have already made a huge impact for us’.

Our Family Support Team have worked tirelessly in creating a fun, relaxed environment for prisoners and families to enjoy visits during the summer. Activities consisted of games, crafts and more! Family ties are important to us and these events simply make everyone smile.

We are incredibly proud of the ceramics submitted to @KoestlerArts made by prisoners at HMP Dovegate. It is fantastic to see our ceramics being shared publicly online. #SercoAndProud

We are delighted to share that one of our prisoners, located on the Therapeutic Community, works closely with the charity @CareafterCombat. The prisoner’s most recent art work can be found via the link careaftercombat.org/former-raf-pol…. #SercoAndProud

Whilst completing a Degree Apprenticeship, Rebecca has used what she has learnt to bring about a substantial and long-lasting positive impact on her workplace, her colleagues, her community and herself. We’re so proud of Rebecca being recognised by @festival_learn. #SercoAndProud

HMP Dovegate was contacted by Our Lady Of Lourdes Church requesting our help to prepare the grounds of the church. Our staff worked tirelessly for two days to prepare the grounds ready for the pilgrimage in early July. #SercoAndProud

Staff at HMP Dovegate entered the annual @_alicecharity It’s a Knockout event (in fancy dress of course!). We are proud to continually work with and support this great charity and one of our teams came second in the incredible event which more importantly, raised over £6,000!

Our staff stepped up and undertook the DIY SOS challenge when the @_alicecharity reached out for assistance in housing a family in the UK who fled their country when they suffered extreme abuse. The family are over the moon with what was achieved and we wish them a happy future!

We are delighted to be running Family Days from 1000-1500hrs on Monday 31 July, Tuesday 1, Wednesday 2, Thursday 3 and Friday 4 August. They will be themed around SUMMER with activities for everyone. Keeping prisoners in touch with their families is important. #SercoAndProud

We are delighted to share that the first @3pillarsproject 8 weeks course at HMP Dovegate was a success! Prisoners who completed the course gained a Level 1 Community Sports Leaders Award and to recognise their success, a celebration event was held. #SercoandProud

Prisoners and staff celebrated Pride 2023, attending a successful event with attractions to entertain everyone. We were delighted that Serco's new Managing Director judged the competition including the art work, bake off, music and much more. #SercoandProud

@ProfGrahamTowl @crimlawuk @Cambridge_Uni @guidedogs @RehabilitativeT Good Morning Graham, please contact us privately so we can assist you further. We would like to discuss with you, the work we do at HMP Dovegate and @RestartDogs.

I am sure there will be all sorts of sniping and snarling about this programme, but I have seen first hand the value of these canine programmes to some of the most damaged inmates, many of whom have never experienced affection from a human being.

HMP Dovegate’s Family Support Team is delighted to announce our first Family Forum of the year - Monday 12 June 2023. Have a chance to have your say and connect with other families. To book a space, please follow the below guidance. #SercoAndProud