Leper Chapel, Cambridge, Medieval church chapel in east Cambridge, England
The Leper Chapel stands near Newmarket Road at Barnwell Junction, featuring Romanesque architecture with original sections in its east wall from 1125.
King John granted permission in 1199 for the chapel to organize a three-day fair, which grew into the largest medieval fair in Europe.
The Friends of the Leper Chapel organization promotes educational programs and hosts theatrical performances, including Shakespeare plays by the In Situ theatre group.
The chapel grounds remain open for exterior viewing, while interior access requires attendance at scheduled events or participation in pre-arranged group visits.
The position of priest at this chapel became one of England's most financially profitable church roles due to revenue from Stourbridge Fair.
Location: Cambridge
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 52.21390,0.15260
Latest update: March 6, 2025 08:13
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