Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace

England
List entry 1002009
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hampton Court Palace is a royal residence located in the parish of Hampton, Surrey, originally constructed by Thomas Wolsey in the early sixteenth century and subsequently enlarged and modified by Henry VIII. The palace represents one of the finest examples of Tudor and Stuart architecture in England, comprising red-brick structures with ornamental chimneys, courts, and substantial formal gardens that reflect its evolution across several centuries. Following Wolsey's fall from favour in 1529, Henry VIII acquired the property and transformed it into a royal palace of considerable architectural ambition, adding the Great Hall and other significant ranges. The palace was further developed under subsequent Tudor and Stuart monarchs, including modifications undertaken during the reign of William III and Mary II in the late seventeenth century, which introduced Baroque influences to its design and layout.

Hampton Court Palace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002009. View the official record →

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What is Hampton Court Palace?

Hampton Court Palace is a royal residence located in the parish of Hampton, Surrey, originally constructed by Thomas Wolsey in the early sixteenth century and subsequently enlarged and modified by Henry VIII. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002009.

Who is responsible for protecting Hampton Court Palace?

Hampton Court 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 1002009.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hampton Court Palace?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Clattern Bridge (2.2 km), The White Lady Milestone, junction of Portsmouth Road and Esher Station Road (3.1 km), Brick reservoir 300yds (270m) SW of Gallows Conduit, Coombe (4.4 km).

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