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Bishop's Palace is a substantial medieval ecclesiastical residence located in Wells, Somerset, associated with the see of Bath and Wells. The palace was constructed principally during the 13th and 14th centuries, with significant later modifications, and served as the official residence of the bishops of Bath and Wells for several centuries. The complex comprises a gatehouse, episcopal residence, and associated domestic ranges, displaying characteristic features of high medieval palace architecture including crenellated walls and decorative stonework. The site remains one of the most important surviving examples of a medieval bishop's palace in England and reflects the considerable wealth and authority of the ecclesiastical leadership within the diocese.
Bishop's palace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013588. View the official record →
Bishop's Palace is a substantial medieval ecclesiastical residence located in Wells, Somerset, associated with the see of Bath and Wells. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013588.
Bishop's palace 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 1013588.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Glastonbury lake village (5.5 km), The Tribunal (6.9 km), St Michael's Church, monastic remains, and other settlement remains on Glastonbury Tor (7.1 km).
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