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What year did the Bishop of St. David's transfer their residence from St David's to Abergwili?
What year did the Bishop of St. David's transfer their residence from St David's to Abergwili?
What was the original purpose of the building that became the Bishop's Palace in Abergwili?
What was the original purpose of the building that became the Bishop's Palace in Abergwili?
Which of these historical figures added a chapel to the Bishop's Palace in Abergwili?
Which of these historical figures added a chapel to the Bishop's Palace in Abergwili?
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Bishop's Palace, Abergwili
Bishop's Palace, Abergwili
The Bishop's Palace in Abergwili, Wales, has been the home of the Bishop of St David's since 1542. Its history dates back to the 13th century.
Historical Use of the Palace
Historical Use of the Palace
Originally built as a college of priests in the 13th century, the Bishop's Palace in Abergwili became the official residence of the Bishop of St David's in 1542.
Rebuilding of the Palace
Rebuilding of the Palace
In 1903, the Bishop's Palace in Abergwili was almost entirely rebuilt after a fire destroyed the original structure.
Chapel in the Palace
Chapel in the Palace
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Modern Use of the Palace
Modern Use of the Palace
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Study Notes
Abergwili Bishop's Palace
- The Bishop's Palace in Abergwili has housed the Bishop of St David's since 1542.
- Bishop William Barlow moved the palace from St David's to Abergwili in 1542, adapting a pre-existing priest college.
- The building's construction is estimated to have occurred between 1283 and 1291 during the tenure of Bishop Thomas Bek.
- Originally a college, the building was merged with another to form Christ College in Brecon.
- Damaged by a fire, the palace was mostly rebuilt in 1903.
- The chapel, added by Archbishop Laud in 1625 when he was Bishop of St David's, remains.
- Carmarthenshire County Council purchased the palace and transformed it into a museum in 1974.
- A new episcopal residence, "Llys Esgob," was built on the palace grounds along with Diocesan offices.
- This maintains the Bishop's link with Abergwili for over 400 years.
- The river Towy once flowed behind the palace before changing course, creating an oxbow lake.
- The oxbow lake is now a large lily pond supporting various wildlife.
- The palace grounds are on the Cadw/ICOMOS Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales (Grade II).
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Description
Explore the fascinating history of Abergwili Bishop's Palace, which has served as the residence for the Bishop of St David's since 1542. From its origins as a priest college to its transformation into a museum, this quiz covers key events and architectural changes through the centuries. Test your knowledge on the palace's significance in the Diocese of St David's and its historical context.
