Lambeth Palace
램버스구
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:47
Welcome to Lambeth Palace, one of London's most historic and significant 'hidden historic gems.' Located on the South Bank of the River Thames, directly opposite the Palace of Westminster, this has been the official London…
Listen in the app2Morton’s Tower: The Tudor Gateway1:33
The public face of Lambeth Palace is Morton’s Tower, the grand red-brick gateway built in the 1490s by Archbishop John Morton. This is a classic piece of Tudor architecture, featuring two massive square towers flanking a central…
Listen in the app3The Great Hall and Lambeth Palace Library1:33
Behind the gate lies the Great Hall, a building with a 'heartbreaking' history of destruction and 'resilience.' The original medieval hall was destroyed during the English Civil War when the palace was 'torn down' by…
Listen in the app4The Lollards' Tower and the Chapel1:29
At the northern end of the palace complex stands the Lollards' Tower, built in 1435. This tower is a 'saddest display' of the religious conflicts of the past. …
Listen in the app5The Private Apartments and State Rooms1:23
The 'private apartments' and State Rooms of Lambeth Palace are the 'home' part of the residence. These rooms are where the Archbishop hosts 'ladies' breakfasts,' 'philanthropic events,' and meetings with world leaders. …
Listen in the app6The Palace Gardens and the Fig Tree1:25
The gardens of Lambeth Palace are a 'breath of fresh air' in central London. Covering over ten acres, they are among the oldest and largest private gardens in the city. …
Listen in the app7Lambeth and the South Bank Connection1:28
As we conclude our exploration of the palace perimeter, we should consider its place in the wider 'culturally diverse burrow' of Lambeth. David Hill notes that Lambeth is 'centrally located' on the South side of the river,…
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As we finish our tour of Lambeth Palace, we reflect on its role as a 'house of stories' and a 'home of creative action.' We have moved from the 'ambitious' Tudor brickwork of Morton’s Tower to the 'resilient' hammer-beam roof of…
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As we finish our tour of Lambeth Palace, we reflect on its role as a 'house of stories' and a 'home of creative action.' We have moved from the 'ambitious' Tudor brickwork of Morton’s Tower to the 'resilient' hammer-beam roof of…
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What is Lambeth Palace?
Lambeth Palace is a place in 램버스구 with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 램버스구 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 12 min 40 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 51.4956, -0.1197 |
| Last updated |
