Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe medieval bishop's palace and deer park, Stow Park

The medieval bishop's palace and deer park, Stow Park

England
List entry 1019229
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The medieval bishop's palace and deer park at Stow Park is a scheduled ancient monument in Lincolnshire representing the residential and recreational estate of a high-ranking ecclesiastical figure. The site comprises the remains of a bishop's palace dating to the medieval period, accompanied by evidence of an associated deer park, both of which reflect the status and landholdings typical of substantial episcopal properties. The palace and park together constitute a rare surviving example of the material expression of episcopal wealth and power in the medieval English landscape. The monument's designation acknowledges its archaeological and historical importance as evidence of medieval ecclesiastical settlement patterns and the organization of aristocratic estates.

The medieval bishop's palace and deer park, Stow Park is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019229. View the official record →

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What is The medieval bishop's palace and deer park, Stow Park?

The medieval bishop's palace and deer park at Stow Park is a scheduled ancient monument in Lincolnshire representing the residential and recreational estate of a high-ranking ecclesiastical figure. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019229.

Who is responsible for protecting The medieval bishop's palace and deer park, Stow Park?

The medieval bishop's palace and deer park, Stow Park 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 1019229.

What other scheduled monuments are near The medieval bishop's palace and deer park, Stow Park?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of a college and Benedictine Abbey, St Mary's Church (1.9 km), Roman fort, south of Littleborough Lane (3.6 km), Torksey Castle (3.7 km).

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