Monument record MDR4911 - Chapel of St Thomas The Martyr (possible site of), St Mary's churchyard, Crich
Type and Period (1)
- CHAPEL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
In 1280 there was a dispute between the parishioners of Crich and the abbot of Darley, part of which related to the serving of the chantry within the Chapel of St. Thomas the Martyr, situated in the churchyard at Crich. (1)
The 1280 dispute is recorded in the cartulary of Darley Abbey and the phrasing suggests a chapel separate from the church. The hill on which the church stands is believed to have been known as St. Thomas's Hill many years ago. The origin and function of the chapel is unknown; it may have been the predecessor of the 12th century church or, more probably, a chantry chapel. It has been suggested that the present coke-stove in the churchyard was the chapel [at SK 34835463] but there is no supporting evidence. (2)
No trace of a chapel was seen in the churchyard. The coke-stove is a small stone building, with modern roof, the east wall following the line of the churchyard wall - suggesting it to be of comparatively recent date. (3)
No change. (4)
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Location
| Grid reference | SK 348 546 (point) (Centre) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | CRICH, AMBER VALLEY, DERBYSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (3)
- EDR874
- EDR1427
- EDR1453
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Record last edited
Dec 1 2015 2:34PM