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Chantry Chapel of St Mary the Virgin

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The Chantry Chapel of St Mary the Virgin, Wakefield, is a chantry chapel in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England, and is designated a Grade I Listed building by English Heritage. It is located south of the city centre on the medieval bridge over the River Calder. It is the only survivor of four chantries in Wakefield and the oldest and most ornate of the surviving bridge chapels in England. Others are at St Ives, Cambridgeshire, Rotherham and Bradford-on-Avon. The chapel has had three west fronts, the original medieval façade having been removed to Kettlethorpe Hall in 1832. The medieval bridge is a scheduled ancient monument.HistoryWakefield had four chantry chapels, three of which dated from the 13th century. They were built outside the medieval town on the roads leading to Leeds, Dewsbury, York and Doncaster. The Chantry of St John the Baptist was on Northgate, the road to Leeds, where Wakefield Grammar School stands today. The Chapel of St Mary Magdalene was on Westgate where it crossed the Ings Beck on the road to Dewsbury. St Swithun's Chantry Chapel, on the York road, was near Clarke Hall. In the 14th century the Chantry Chapel of St Mary the Virgin was built on the medieval bridge across the River Calder on the road to Doncaster and the south.

Address: 3 Calder Vale Rd, Wakefield WF1 5DJ, UK
Phone: 01924 372748
State: West Yorkshire
City: Wakefield
Zip Code: WF1 5DJ


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Curious little piece of history and an insight into how things were done in the era of the Platagenets. Its a tiny space comprised of the Chapel and the crypt below. The roof was off limits sadly when the Chapel was open as part of the programme of Heritage events. On street parking on the industrial estate is limited, there is a council car park 5 mins walk away, or the Bridge pub. It's probably the best place for refreshments and facilities close by.
This Chapel is cared for by volunteers and is well kept. It's an interesting place to visit with an informative video playing to explain the history. I am glad the Chapel is used for worship.Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
A little gem packed with history, lots of information and a volunteer on hand to answer any questions. If you fancy the tight squeeze you can go look downstairs. Could just do with a bit more information when it is open. There is a few carpark spots on the North side of the bridge. Also a good place to watch wildlife in the river
Great bit of history & architecture right on our doorstep, well worth a visit, one of Wakefield's hidden gems.
Beautiful little place and medieval bridge but spoiled somewhat by the amount of litter in the vicinity, also the chapel was locked so could not gain entry.Visited onWeekend
Chapel with glorious stained glass windows. Went to the first fine dining experience there last night, 5 course meal and drinks prepared by top chef. Highly recommended.Small but very nice quaint church. Over weir at side love hereLovely little Chapel. Enjoyed going down into the crypt.
What a stunningly beautiful Chapel with glorious stained glass windows. Went to the first fine dining experience there last night, 5 course meal and drinks prepared by top chef. Highly recommended.
Very rare and cherished landmark. Still in use today.
A lovely little church often overlooked!! Has a lot of history and is well worth a visit!! Still used as a place of worship though not every week!!
The history of of chantry chapel and its surroundings is absolutely fascinating and full of educational knowledge I would say it's a brilliant day out for adults and children of all ages
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