After Henry de Blois returned from exile in 1158 the palace was rebuilt, probably with further development under his successor, Richard of Ilchester. In the late 13th and 14th centuries, it was regularly used by the Bishops of Winchester as they travelled, along with Farnham Castle and Wolvesey Castle.
Upon Henry de Blois's return from exile in 1158, the palace underwent reconstruction, possibly with further expansion under his successor Richard of Ilchester. During the late 13th and 14th centuries, it was a regular destination for the Bishops of Winchester as they journeyed, along with Farnham Castle and Wolvesey Castle.