Royal Chapel of St Katherine-upon-the-Hoe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Katherine-upon-the-Hoe |
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| Royal Chapel of St Katherine-upon-the-Hoe |
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| 50°21′50″N 4°08′15″W / 50.3640°N 4.1375°W | |
| Location | Royal Citadel, Plymouth |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
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| Founded | 1371 |
The Royal Chapel of St Katherine-upon-the-Hoe is a special church located inside the Royal Citadel in Plymouth, England. It serves as the church for the soldiers stationed there.
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History of St Katherine's Chapel
The very first church on this spot was approved for services in 1371. This approval came from the Bishop of Exeter, a religious leader named Thomas de Brantingham.
Rebuilding the Chapel
Between 1666 and 1671, the original church building was taken down. A new church was then built in its place. This new building included the main hall (nave), the area around the altar (chancel), and the sacred space (sanctuary).
Later, in 1845, more parts were added. These included upper seating areas (galleries) and side sections (transepts). These additions made the church look like a cross when viewed from above.
Royal Recognition
In 1927, King George V visited the Royal Citadel. During his visit, he officially gave the church back its special name: Royal Chapel.
What is a Garrison Church?
St Katherine-upon-the-Hoe is known as the Garrison Church for the Royal Artillery and 29 Commando units in Plymouth. A garrison church is a church specifically for military personnel. It provides a place of worship and community for soldiers and their families.
Listed Building Status
This chapel is also a Grade II listed building. This means it is an important historic building that needs to be protected. Buildings with this status are recognized for their special architectural or historical interest.
