Bishop's Waltham Palace (Hampshire)

Introduction

The ruins of a medieval palace (together with later additions) used by the Bishops and senior clergy of Winchester as they travelled through their diocese. Winchester was the richest diocese in England, and its properties were grandiose and extravagantly appointed. Much of what can be seen today is the work of William Wykeham, who was bishop from 1367. The ground floor of the Farmhouse is occupied by the Bishop's Waltham Town Museum. Other palaces of the Bishops of Winchester include Farnham Castle Keep and Wolvesey Castle (Old Bishop's Palace).

Arrival information and how to find us

Opening times:

Grounds: 1 May-30 Sep 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, & Sun.

1 May-30 Sep 2pm-4pm Sat, & Sun.
 

Admission prices:

Adult:Free

Children:Free

Concession:Free

Admission charge may apply for farmhouse opening when available

Photographs copyright English Heritage Photographic Library.