Chantry Chapel of St Mary the Virgin, Wakefield, Medieval bridge chapel in Wakefield, England
The Chantry Chapel of St Mary the Virgin extends over the River Calder, featuring a restored stone structure with intricate carvings and stained glass windows.
Built between 1342 and 1356, the chapel served as a mass house until the Reformation, when it transformed into various commercial spaces including a cheese shop.
The chapel represents one of three remaining bridge chapels in England, where priests offered prayers for souls transitioning through purgatory during medieval times.
Visitors can access the chapel during heritage open days and arrange group visits by appointment, with facilities available for walkers and cyclists.
The chapel's base integrates with the bridge structure, making it an essential component that, if removed, would compromise the entire bridge's stability.
Location: Wakefield
Inception: 1350
GPS coordinates: 53.67668,-1.48945
Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:23
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