Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Bishop's Palace, Tower Road

The Bishop's Palace, Tower Road

England
List entry 1020764
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Bishop's Palace on Tower Road in Devon is a medieval residential structure associated with the ecclesiastical authority of the region. The building dates from the medieval period and reflects the substantial domestic architecture maintained by the Church to house senior clergy and accommodate their administrative functions. Its physical character and remaining fabric indicate a construction of stone or mixed materials typical of episcopal residences of its era. The site represents an important example of medieval institutional architecture and its survival contributes to understanding the material culture and territorial presence of the Church in Devon during the medieval period.

The Bishop's Palace, Tower Road is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020764. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Bishop's Palace, Tower Road?

The Bishop's Palace on Tower Road in Devon is a medieval residential structure associated with the ecclesiastical authority of the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020764.

Who is responsible for protecting The Bishop's Palace, Tower Road?

The Bishop's Palace, Tower Road 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 1020764.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Bishop's Palace, Tower Road?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including D-Day landing craft maintenance site on the River Dart, 560m south of Waddeton Court (4.8 km), Windmill Hill Cave, Brixham (6.1 km), D-Day landing craft maintenance site on the River Dart, 270m south east of Maypool Cottage (6.7 km).

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