Holyrood Palace, James V Tower

Category

Library Item

Item no

16424

Title

Holyrood Palace, James V Tower

Artist / maker

Murphy, Bernard

Date

2006

Size

10.1 x 14.9 cm

Type

Photograph

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh is the Queen's official residence in Scotland. The site was founded as an Augustinian monastery in 1128 by David I, after he had a vision of a stag with a rood or cross on its forehead. In 1501 James IV built a palace close to the Abbey. James V made extensive additions, starting in 1528 with the James V Tower, at the north-west corner of the Palace, which is the oldest part of the Palace surviving today. The Palace was home to Mary Queen of Scots from 1561-1567. It also played host to Cromwell's troops during the English Civil War, during which time it suffered extensive fire damage. It was significantly rebuilt and extended by Charles II, though he never stayed there. In 1745 Bonnie Prince Charlie held court there after seizing control of Edinburgh. Queen Victoria revived its use as a royal residence.

Exhibitions with this item

Other views of this item

Related images

Related subjects

Architecture > Architectural features > Balustrades

Architecture > Architectural features > Towers

Places > Edinburgh areas > Holyrood

Places > Edinburgh Landmarks > Holyrood Palace

Places > Scotland > Edinburgh

Plants > Trees > Trees

Read how our collections have inspired people taking part in events, visits and community groups. Use the slider or navigation arrows to see more responses.