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Discover Our Town
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Set in glorious Hampshire
countryside,
Bishop's Waltham is attractive, historic and has much to offer the
visitor.
A palace was founded here in 1136 by Bishop Henri de Blois, grandson
of William the Conqueror. For centuries, Bishop's Waltham Palace
was an important residence of the powerful Winchester bishops and
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Here Henry V prepared for the Battle of Agincourt and Queen Mary I waited
for King Philip to arrive from Spain for their wedding. Under Cromwell's
orders, the palace was destroyed in 1644, but the extensive remains can
still be explored.
The town dates from the Middle Ages too, although
many lovely 17th and 18th century buildings can also be seen - some
of them housing the traditional and specialist shops for which the
town is renowned. You can also visit a working mill, a fine parish
church, a vineyard and the sources of the River Hamble.
With town and country walks, including a section of the medieval
Pilgrims' Trail, good pub food and excellent restaurants, Bishop's
Waltham is perfect for a day out, or as a touring base for a longer
stay.
Bishop's Waltham is located on the scenic country route between
Winchester and Portsmouth and is close to Marwell Zoo. |
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Getting Here
Bishop's Waltham is situated on the B2177 between
Portsmouth and Winchester.
A regular bus service operates between Winchester, Fareham and Portsmouth.
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