Why this matters

The Bishop's Palace at Downham was built in the 13th century by the Bishops of Caithness, who held the area during the medieval period. It is remembered as an important ecclesiastical residence reflecting the influence of the Church in northern Scotland.

What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Downham, Bishop's Palace as Bishops Palace (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.

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