The Bishop’s Palace in Hereford stands overlooking the water on the banks of the River Wye. The much-altered palace is situated to the south of the cathedral, and originally of the 12th Century. Built by William de Vere, its Great Hall measures 95 feet by 55 feet. The palace was used by the bishops, powerful marcher lords, as their main residence. The building today conceals its timber arcading, which was constructed on an immense scale, though this can be seen within the hinged Georgian pilasters.