Monument record MDO47186 - Medieval chapel, Athelhampton

Medieval or later private chapel which later became the parish church. It was demolished in 1862.

The former church of Athelhampton stood near Athelhampton Hall according to Hutchins in 1774 and is described as "a small fabric, consisting of a body and chancel tiled, with a bell-cote". (see engraving on p.580-581). It appears to have been a private chapel or oratory which became a parish church after the earlier parish church, which traditionally stood 1/4 mile to the west, became ruinous and the area depopulated. (This presumably refers to Bardolfeston village - see SY 79 SE 2). Prior to the repair of Athelhampton church in 1740 there was a "chamber with a chimney in it" supposed to have been occupied by the rector. <1> The church "or more correctly, private chapel" at Athelhampton Hall was demolished together with the entrance archway and gatehouse in 1862. Part of the church or chapel is shown in a sketch of Athelhampton Hall dated 1846. (see illustration card). <2>

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Sep 26 2023 4:06PM