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King John's Palace is a Norman and early medieval residential site located in Nottinghamshire. The monument comprises earthworks and archaeological remains that represent a significant royal administrative centre from the 12th and 13th centuries. The site exhibits characteristic features of high medieval palace complexes, including evidence of substantial stone and timber structures arranged around a courtyard. The palace reflects the importance of Nottinghamshire as a centre of royal power during the reign of King John and the subsequent medieval period, serving as a residence and seat of authority during a formative period of English governance.
King John's Palace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003481. View the official record →
King John's Palace is a Norman and early medieval residential site located in Nottinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003481.
King John'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 1003481.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Beeston Lodge (3.5 km), Rufford Abbey Cistercian monastery: monastic precinct, water-management works, pre-monastic open-field system and post-medieval building (4.1 km), Bowl barrow, 452m north west of Cameleon Lodge (6.4 km).
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