Canute's Palace, Norman ruins in Southampton, England.
The stone walls of this former merchant's house showcase Norman architectural elements with round-headed windows and uncoursed rubble construction methods.
Built between 1170 and 1200, this structure initially served as a merchant's residence and warehouse before becoming part of the King's Customs House in the 1400s.
The name originated from Sir Henry Englefield's 1805 assumption that the building belonged to King Canute, though no actual connection exists.
The remains stand at Porter's Lane in Southampton's Town Quay Park, offering visitors a look at medieval commercial architecture.
The structure originally included a private quay before the construction of Southampton's southern defensive wall altered the waterfront layout.
Location: City of Southampton
Architectural style: Norman architecture
GPS coordinates: 50.89700,-1.40487
Latest update: March 9, 2025 07:36
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