Old Palace, Canterbury
Old Palace, Canterbury, Grade I listed building in Canterbury, England
The Old Palace is a Grade I listed building within Canterbury Cathedral's precinct, featuring curved walls and multiple stories that rise above the street. The structure preserves sections of an underground vault that once belonged to the monastery's western wing.
The building served as the Archbishop's residence starting in the 11th century. The English Civil War brought dramatic change when Parliament seized control of the complex in 1647.
The building stands within Canterbury Cathedral's precincts, forming part of the ecclesiastical complex that defines the religious heritage of Canterbury.
The palace underwent major renovation work completed in 2006 and now houses the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Bishop of Dover. Access to the building is limited since it remains an active residential and administrative center for church leadership.
The Great Hall, built between 1200 and 1220, was once Britain's second largest medieval hall after Westminster Hall. This remarkable structure was demolished in 1650, leaving a gap in English architectural history.
Location: Canterbury
Part of: Christchurch Priory and Archbishop's Palace
GPS coordinates: 51.28030,1.08168
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:45
Chair of St Augustine
116 m
The Corona, Canterbury Cathedral
115 m
Christ Church Cathedral Priory
115 m
Library of the Canterbury cathedral
84 m
1, The Cathedral Precincts
105 m
Cloister To Christchurch Cathedral
34 m
Chapter House To Christchurch Cathedral
88 m
47, Palace Street
55 m
52-54, Palace Street
49 m
22-24, Sun Street
83 m
20 And 21, Sun Street
94 m
4, The Cathedral Precincts
91 m
8, Palace Street
58 m
7, Palace Street
59 m
6 And 7, The Cathedral Precincts
77 m
6, Palace Street
63 m
Wall And Gate Piers Between Archbishop's Palace And Cathedral
27 m
11A And 11B, The Cathedral Precincts
114 m
4 And 5, Palace Street
65 m
9, The Cathedral Precincts
48 m
55 And 56, Palace Street
55 m
5, The Cathedral Precincts
85 m
3, The Cathedral Precincts
96 m
2, The Cathedral Precincts
101 m
The Archdeacon Of Canterbury's House
81 m
60 And 61, Palace Street
68 m
2, Palace Street
71 m
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