
What is recorded here
The Old Palace in Lincoln is a scheduled monument, yet the modern lodge beside it occupies the former church of St Michael on the Mount. Guests now sleep where worshippers once gathered, taking breakfast beneath stained glass that still catches the light. The palace itself remains closed to casual entry, preserving its ancient boundary while the converted church invites people inside.
The National Heritage List for England records The Old Palace as a scheduled monument. The saved point comes from the centre supplied by the official record. Listing does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
The Old Palace was built in the 13th century as a royal residence by King John or his successors. It is important as a well-preserved example of medieval palace architecture and as a site with historical associations to the English monarchy.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
Places near here
Bishops Palace (remains)Listed building · 32 yd
Section of Roman town wall S of the Bishop's PalaceScheduled monument · 46 yd
Portion of Roman fosse and mound W of the Temple GardensScheduled monument · 124 yd
The Usher GalleryGallery · 143 yd
Great monument to love divineMonument or public art · 153 yd
Steep HillMountain / peak · 213 yd
Visitor Information CentreVisitor information · 215 yd
Lincoln Eleanor CrossMemorial · 317 yd
King George IIIMemorial · 389 yd
Lincoln Castle (except modern buildings)Scheduled monument · 411 ydOther information
Photo: David P Howard · CC BY-SA 2.0