Scheduled MonumentsEnglandClarendon Palace

Clarendon Palace

England
List entry 1002996
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Clarendon Palace is a royal residence of medieval origin located near Salisbury in Wiltshire. The palace was developed from the twelfth century onwards and served as an important hunting lodge and administrative centre for the English monarchy, particularly favoured by Henry II and his successors. The site comprises the remains of stone foundations and earthworks that reveal the layout of substantial residential and ceremonial buildings constructed over successive centuries. Though now in ruins, the excavated and surveyed remains demonstrate the scale and sophistication of a major royal establishment that operated throughout the medieval period until its decline in the seventeenth century.

Clarendon Palace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002996. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Clarendon Palace?

Clarendon Palace is a royal residence of medieval origin located near Salisbury in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002996.

Who is responsible for protecting Clarendon Palace?

Clarendon 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 1002996.

What other scheduled monuments are near Clarendon Palace?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Odstock Copse earthwork (6.5 km), Clearbury Ring (6.6 km), Clearbury Down round barrow (7.5 km).

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