CHANTRY CHAPEL OF ST MARY THE VIRGIN

The chapel of Saint Mary the virgin is one of the most well-known and popular places to visit in Wakefield. The base of the chapel still has the original stone work whereas the upper part went through some reconstruction from 1847 and 1848.

The chapel of Saint Mary the virgin is one of the only four surviving Bridge chapels that was built in England during the 13th century. Dating back to 1356 this is one of the finest examples of a Bridge Chapel, which was constructed on a small island by the side of the river calendar.

The chapel, which is among the Grade I listed buildings, also offers a stunning view of nine other bridges that were completed the same year as it. The stunning building features five amazing carved panels that represent the annunciation, nativity, resurrection, ascension and the descent of the Holy Ghost. While visitors are allowed inside only on special occasions, those who get the chance will definitely love the stained glass windows and its beautiful spiral staircase.

Location : 3 Calder Vale Road, Wakefield WF1 5DL

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Highlights

• Explore the oldest and finest example of one of the four surviving Bridge chapels to be built in the UK in the 13th century.
• The starting of the chapel is built on a small island by the side of a nine-arch bridge.
• Visitors get to trace the beautiful Main facade which composes five stunning cart panels representing the annunciation, nativity, resurrection, Ascension and the descent of the Holy Ghost.
• The church also features beautiful stained glass windows and a spiral stairway that leads to the crypt and sacristy.