Introduction
The Archbishop's Palace was the medieval archiepiscopal residence in Maidstone. It came into the hands of Maidstone Council in 1904, and the site is now used as a registry office. Although not generally open to the public, there are occasional open days, and group tours can be arranged.
Alongside the River Len there is a grove of trees that is representative of introductions to Britain over 400 years. A box-edged parterre in the approach drive is a recent endeavour to relate the later Jacobean facade of the Palace to the grounds.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
- History
The Archbishop's Palace was the medieval archiepiscopal residence in Maidstone. It was rescued from demolition by the Trustees of Queen Victoria's Jubilee Fund and transferred to Maidstone Council in 1904.
Period
- 20th Century (1901 to 2000)
- Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
- Features & Designations
Features
- Palace (featured building)
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- Planting
- Description: The Infirmarer's Garden features a tunnel arbour and beds of herbs that would have been used in medieval times.
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- Grove
- Description: Alongside the River Len there is a grove of trees that is representative of introductions to Britain over 400 years.
- Parterre
- Description: A box-edged parterre in the approach drive is a recent endeavour to relate the later Jacobean facade of the Palace to the grounds.
- Key Information
Type
Garden
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Civil
Period
20th Century (1901 to 2000)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
References
- Kent Gardens Trust {A Presentation of Parks: A survey of amenity parks and gardens in Kent} (Kent Gardens Trust) 17 A Presentation of Parks: A survey of amenity parks and gardens in Kent