Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWall N of Bishop's Palace

Wall N of Bishop's Palace

England
List entry 1002081
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wall N of Bishop's Palace is a scheduled ancient monument located in Gloucestershire, comprising a significant structural element of the medieval episcopal residence. The wall forms part of the defensive and architectural fabric of the bishop's palace complex, dating to the medieval period when such establishments served both residential and administrative functions for the church hierarchy. As a scheduled monument under the planning system, it retains archaeological and historical importance as evidence of medieval palatial architecture and the physical organisation of episcopal power in the region.

Wall N of Bishop's Palace is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002081. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wall N of Bishop's Palace?

Wall N of Bishop's Palace is a scheduled ancient monument located in Gloucestershire, comprising a significant structural element of the medieval episcopal residence. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002081.

Who is responsible for protecting Wall N of Bishop's Palace?

Wall N of Bishop'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 1002081.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wall N of Bishop's Palace?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hempsted village cross (2.6 km), Matson moated site (3.7 km), Moated site at Sneedham's Green, 220m north east of Green Farm (5.1 km).

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