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Lambeth Palace

London residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury

Lambeth Palace, a historic residence on the south bank of the River Thames in London, has served for centuries as the official London abode of the Archbishop of Canterbury.

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The origins of Lambeth Palace date back to the early 13th century, with the Archdiocese of Canterbury acquiring the site around the year 1200. The palace was the venue and namesake of the Lambeth Conference, a gathering of Anglican bishops, which took place here from 1867 to 1968. In 2010, the palace hosted an exhibition showcasing treasures from its library, including the private collection of Archbishop Richard Bancroft, which he bequeathed to the library upon his death in 1610.

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