St Thomas Becket chapel, Bodmin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Medieval chapel of St Thomas Becket |
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| Type | Chapel |
| Location | Bodmin, Cornwall, United Kingdom |
| OS grid reference | SX0736267025 |
| Area | Central Cornwall |
| Built | 1377 |
| Architectural style(s) | Medieval |
| Official name: Medieval chapel of St Thomas Becket 45m east of the church, Priory Road in Bodmin | |
| Designated | 1950 |
| Reference no. | 1002937 |
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Listed Building – Grade II
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| Official name: RUINS OF THE CHAPEL OF ST THOMAS BECKET | |
| Designated | 1972 |
| Reference no. | 1195280 |
Imagine a very old chapel, now just ruins, standing near St Petroc's Church in Bodmin, Cornwall. This is the medieval chapel of St. Thomas Becket. Even though it doesn't have a roof anymore, this chapel is super important! It's protected as a 'Scheduled Ancient Monument' and a 'Grade II listed building'. This means it's a special historical place that the government wants to keep safe for everyone to learn about.
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What is a Scheduled Ancient Monument?
A Scheduled Ancient Monument is a really important historical site or building. It's like a special list of places that are protected by law. This protection helps make sure these old places are not damaged or changed. The chapel of St. Thomas Becket was added to this list in 1950.
What is a Grade II Listed Building?
A Grade II listed building is another way to protect old buildings in the United Kingdom. It means the building is important because of its history or special design. The chapel was given this protection in 1972. Both of these protections show how valuable this old chapel is.
History of the Chapel
This chapel was built a very long time ago, in the 14th century. That's over 600 years ago! It was officially allowed to be used in the year 1377. The chapel was built as a single-story building. It also had a secret room underneath, called a crypt.
Special Windows
One of the coolest things about this chapel is its windows. The way the stone patterns are carved in the windows is called "decorated window tracery." Experts say these window designs are very special and rare, especially for Cornwall. They show off the amazing building skills from medieval times.
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St Thomas Becket chapel
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Inside the chapel
