Padley Chapel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Padley Chapel |
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The chapel and remains of Padley Hall
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| General information | |
| Town or city | Grindleford, Derbyshire |
| Country | England |
| Coordinates | 53°18′25″N 1°37′52″W / 53.3070°N 1.6311°W |
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Listed Building – Grade I
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| Official name: Padley Chapel | |
| Designated: | 29 September 1951 |
| Reference #: | 1335033 |
| Official name: Padley Hall: a medieval great house | |
| Designated: | 29 January 1998 |
| Reference #: | 1017587 |
Padley Chapel is a special old building in Grindleford, England. It stands where a much larger old house, called Padley Hall, used to be. Today, the chapel is a very important historical building. It is known as a Grade I listed building. This means it is protected because of its history and unique architecture.
The Story of Padley Hall
Padley Hall was once a big house with two courtyards. In 1588, two Catholic priests, Nicholas Garlick and Robert Ludlam, were found there. At that time, being a Catholic priest who had been trained abroad was considered a serious crime against the country.
The two priests were put on trial and found guilty. About two weeks later, they were executed in Derby. They became known as the 'Padley Martyrs' because of what happened to them at Padley Hall. Today, most of the old Padley Hall is in ruins. It is now a Scheduled Monument, which means it is an important historical site protected by law.
About Padley Chapel
A part of the original Padley Hall still stands today. This part was probably the main gatehouse of the old house. In 1933, this section was turned into a Catholic chapel. It was made to honor the 'Padley Martyrs'.
The chapel is a Grade I listed building, just like the old hall. It is located not far from the railway line. You can find it a short distance west of Grindleford railway station. Every year in July, people visit the chapel for a special event called a pilgrimage.
Images for kids
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Padley Manor and chapel
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Inside the chapel
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The memorial window
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The altar inside the chapel
See also
- Grade I listed churches in Derbyshire
- Grade I listed buildings in Derbyshire
- Listed buildings in Grindleford
