Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRemains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront

Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront

England
List entry 1002054
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront is a late medieval episcopal residence located on the south bank of the Thames in Southwark, London. The palace served as the London seat of the Bishops of Winchester from the twelfth century onwards, though the surviving structures primarily date from the thirteenth to seventeenth centuries. The most substantial surviving element is the great hall, recognisable by its distinctive rose window, which remains a prominent feature of the riverside elevation. The site also preserves remains of the medieval waterfront and associated structures, reflecting the palace's importance as both an administrative centre and a location of considerable wealth and influence during the medieval and early modern periods.

Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002054. View the official record →

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What is Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront?

Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront is a late medieval episcopal residence located on the south bank of the Thames in Southwark, London. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002054.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront?

Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront 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 1002054.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of Winchester Palace, Clink Street and waterfront?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Abbey buildings, Bermondsey (1.3 km), Medieval moated manor house, 43m west of Cathay House (2.3 km), The Jewel Tower (2.6 km).

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