King John's Palace is the remains of a former medieval royal residence in Clipstone, north-west Nottinghamshire. The name "King John's Palace" has been used since the 18th century; prior to that the site was known as the "King's Houses".

The earliest reference to the King's Houses dates back to 1164 during the reign of Henry II (1154–1189). The first period of significant building took place between 1176 and 1180, when Henry ordered £500 to be spent, and also created a deer park at Clipstone.

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Location: Kings Clipstone, Newark And Sherwood, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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King John's Palace Ruins, Clipstone

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The Major Oak – River Maun loop from Kings Clipstone

#2.

Golden Hand Sculpture – Vicar Pond loop from The Garibaldi School

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Rufford Abbey and Gardens – River Maun loop from Kings Clipstone

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