Palaces · Yorkshire & the Humber
Bishopthorpe Palace
In or near York.
Bishopthorpe Palace — a palace in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Stanley Howe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Erskine Halt · 2.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
About
Bishopthorpe Palace is a palace located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Bishopthorpe Palace serves multiple functions, including offices, meeting rooms, and worship areas. The palace and its grounds are utilized for various community events such as charity open days and village fetes.
Place summary
Bishopthorpe Palace is a residence located in Yorkshire, postcode YO23. It serves as the official home of the Archbishop of York and is a notable example of a 19th-century palace. The building is designated as a Grade I listed structure.
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- Coordinates
- 53.9231, -1.0923
- District
- York
- Parish
- Bishopthorpe
- Postcode
- YO23 2GE
- Parliamentary constituency
- York Outer
- Nearest railway station
- Erskine Halt — 2.7 km
- Official site
- www.archbishopofyork.org
Sources
- osm: way/56338502 (ODbL)
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Fisher of Dreams
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bishopthorpe Palace?
- Bishopthorpe Palace is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO23 2GE), in the parish of Bishopthorpe.
- What is Bishopthorpe Palace?
- Bishopthorpe Palace — a palace in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bishopthorpe Palace?
- The nearest railway station is Erskine Halt, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO23 2GE.
- Does Bishopthorpe Palace charge admission?
- Bishopthorpe Palace typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Bishopthorpe Palace?
- The nearest railway station is Erskine Halt, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO23 2GE.