From the guidebook:
The chapel has been in existence since the 12th century when Alice de Romille, Lady of Skipton Castle, granted the chaplain an allowance for gowns and food which was payable at Christmas. The chapel is dedicated to St John the Evangelist and was reserved for the use of the lord and lady of the castle, and the farmer at Home Farm, 3.2km (2 miles) away. the last two recorded uses of the chapel were in 1635, when Elizabeth Clifford, daughter of the fifth Earl of Cumberland, married Lord Dungarvan, and in 1637, when her daughter Katherine was baptised.
Love the old stone architecture. Lovely photo.
Thanks MM
What fun you must have visiting the old castles–such a rich and interesting history your country has. Great minds think alike– “Come rest awhile” your bench or mine-either one would be nice. Have a lovely weekend. Mickie
Old castles are very interesting to visit
I did smile when I saw your post “Come rest awhile”
Have a great weekend.
Talk about history, Cherry. That’s my kind of place. I’d love to see it one day!
I hope you get the chance to
So much to do and so much to see in Yorkshire!
I’d love to explore that part of England more often.
This was the first time I had visited that particular area. I would certainly go back.
The window’s quite interesting.
I found the building quite fascinating.
… and when I think of today’s architectural masterpieces in 2900.
Fine photo, CherryPie. I like the colours.
I think today’s masterpieces will all have crumbled to dust before then…
Very simple and unpretentious!
And it has stood the test of time.
I sometimes take for granted the age of buildings like this and how they have survived middle ages wars and rebellions.
I always find it amazing that some of them are still standing. The structures themselves are amazing.