St Julien's Church, Southampton facts for kids
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St Julien's Church, Southampton
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 St Julien
Location in Southampton
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| 50°53′47″N 1°24′13″W / 50.8965°N 1.4036°W | |
| OS grid reference | SU4204110951 |
| Country | England |
| Previous denomination | Anglican |
| History | |
| Status | Chapel |
| Founded | 1185 |
| Dedication | St. Julien |
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| Functional status | Preserved; privately owned |
| Heritage designation | Grade I listed |
| Designated | 14 July 1953 |
St. Julien's Church is located on Winkle Street in Southampton, England. It was once the chapel for the Hospital of St. Julien, also known as God's House Hospital. This hospital was started around 1197. It served as a place for people in need (an almshouse) and a guesthouse for travelers. Many of these travelers were on a pilgrimage to Canterbury.
From the 1500s until 1939, French Protestants used the church regularly. Because of this, it is also called the French Church. While some people might call it "St Julian's," the correct spelling is "St Julien's." This is confirmed by Southampton City Council and on official maps.
In 1343, the church's ownership was given to The Queen's College, Oxford. This college still owns the church today.
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History and Features of St. Julien's Church
The church is a very important historical building. It has a special status called "Grade I listed" since July 14, 1953. This means it is considered a building of exceptional interest.
Building and Restoration Details
The church building was greatly repaired and updated in 1861. It is made of stone and has a tiled roof. There is also a short, square tower.
Inside the church, you can find a special monument. It is called the Leper's Squint Stoup Monument. This monument remembers people involved in the Southampton Plot of 1415. The plot was a historical event where some people were accused of treason. The monument itself was likely built in the 1800s.
Public Access to the Church
Since the chapel is privately owned, it is not always open to the public. You can usually visit it on special open days. Also, official tourist guides for Southampton sometimes include it on their guided walks.
Notable Burials
A famous person buried at St. Julien's Church is Richard of Conisburgh, 3rd Earl of Cambridge.
