Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBishop of Winchester's Palace, 90m east of St Mary's Church

Bishop of Winchester's Palace, 90m east of St Mary's Church

England
List entry 1018654
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bishop of Winchester's Palace is a medieval administrative and residential complex located near St Mary's Church in Oxfordshire. The site represents an important example of episcopal landholding and power in the medieval period, reflecting the significant territorial interests maintained by the Winchester diocese across southern England. The palace dates primarily to the medieval period, with evidence of occupation and use spanning several centuries as a seat of episcopal authority and management of diocesan estates. The monument survives as archaeological remains that attest to the infrastructure and scale of medieval ecclesiastical administration in this region.

Bishop of Winchester's Palace, 90m east of St Mary's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018654. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bishop of Winchester's Palace, 90m east of St Mary's Church?

Bishop of Winchester's Palace is a medieval administrative and residential complex located near St Mary's Church in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018654.

Who is responsible for protecting Bishop of Winchester's Palace, 90m east of St Mary's Church?

Bishop of Winchester's Palace, 90m east of St Mary's Church is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1018654.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bishop of Winchester's Palace, 90m east of St Mary's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rectangular enclosures 1100yds (1010m) NW of Mount Owen Farm (5.6 km), Great kitchen of manor house (6.9 km), The Devil's Quoits (7 km).

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