The King's High Table at the Palace of Westminster

Archaeological and engineering work in Westminster Hall (2005–6) uncovered additional remnants of the King's High Table, complementing earlier discoveries from 1960. This Purbeck marble table, a symbol of English monarchy for four centuries, played pivotal roles in coronation feasts and legal proceedings. The study reconstructs its original form and later expansions using recovered fragments while tracing its historical evolution within Westminster Hall and the Palace of Westminster. It also examines evidence for its construction, usage, and eventual destruction, contextualizing these findings against the site's broader history. Recent rediscovery and exhibition further highlight its significance.

Collins, M., Emery, P., Phillpotts, C., Samuel, M., & Thomas, C. (2012). The King’s High Table at the Palace of Westminster. The Antiquaries Journal, 92, 197–243. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0003581512000662