Introduction
The Bishop's Palace is the seat of the Archbishops of York. Features include a formal layout with lime trees and a pinery.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Open for various functions throughout the year. Telephone 01904 707021 for further details.
Owners
The Church of England
- History
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Features
- Tower
- Description: A gothic style tower.
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- Dovecote
- Description: A pigeon house dating to about 1785.
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- Icehouse
- Pinery
- Trees
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
15
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Bishopthorpe