The Chapel of St Mary Magdalene is a Grade I listed ruined Norman chapel located inside the inner bailey of Ludlow Castle, Shropshire, England. It is notable for its Norman Doorway, and was partially restored in 2018.Chapel doorway at historicengland.org.uk Retrieved 3 May 2026
History
The Chapel of St Mary Magdalene dates from the 12th century and is a rare survivor of a church with a round nave. The chancel, which does not survive (though its remains are visible), was rectangular.Chapel of St Mary Magdalene at www.ludlowcastle.com Retrieved 4 May 2026 The chapel was built in the first half of the 12th Century, most likely by Gilbert de Lacy.Ludlow Castle and Chapel at historicengland.org.uk Retrieved 4 May 2026
The chapel was remodelled in the early 16th Century, most likely around 1502 for the installation of the eldest son of King Henry VII, Arthur, Prince of Wales.
Over many centuries, like Ludlow Castle, the chapel fell into ruin. The ruins underwent extensive restoration in 2018; a new roof was installed, and the chapel today serves as a wedding venue.Chapel of St Mary Magdalene Official website Retrieved 3 May 2026 Much of the original Norman carving survives, including the arches of the door openings, as well as a variety of capitals and moulded arches.
See also Grade I listed buildings in Shropshire Ludlow, Shropshire
Notes
References St Mary Magdalen at www.crsbi.ac.uk Retrieved 4 May 2026 Ludlow Castle and Chapel at historicengland.org.uk Retrieved 4 May 2026
External links Chapel of St Mary Magdalene Official website Retrieved 3 May 2026