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St Davids Bishop's Palace
The Close, St Davids, Haverfordwest,
Dyfed SA62 6PE
Tel: 01437 720517
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This imposing medieval palace stands in a grassy hollow next to purple-stoned St
Davids Cathedral. Even in ruins, the palace - unequalled anywhere else in Wales
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still conveys the affluence and power of the medieval church. It is largely the work of
the energetic Bishop Henry de Gower (1328-47). No expense was spared in creating a
grand residence fit for a major figure of both
Church and State. De Gower's palace boasted two complete sets of state rooms ranged around
a courtyard, one for his own use, the other for ceremonial entertainment. The palace is
richly embellished throughout with lavish stone carvings.
Particularly fine are its arcaded parapets - de Gower's trademark
- decorated with chequered stonework.
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