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The Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace

Description

The earliest visible parts of the Bishop’s Palace date to the 12th century. The imposing round tower was added to the hall-house about 1550 and further modifications were made around 1600. It has been described as the most accomplished piece of Renaissance architecture left in Scotland. Open summer only Summer 1 April to 30 September Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 6.30pm Last tickets sold at 6pm (5pm in winter) Christmas and New Year Period Closed 25th, 26th December and 1st, 2nd January. Adult £3.00 Child £1.30 Concessions £2.30

Address

Kirkwall

Orkney Isles


Tel

+44 (0)1856 871918

Website

http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk

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