Chapel of Our Lady of the Crag
A 600-year-old mini shrine guarded by a sword-wielding knight hides in a crumbling cliff face in Knaresborough, England.

πŸ“œ Early 15th-century chapel carved from sandstone cliff face in Knaresborough.
πŸ” A Marian shrine, also known as Our Lady of the Quarry, featuring a knight carving.

Why Go

πŸ™ Site of pilgrimage dedicated to the Virgin Mary and quiet prayer.
πŸ—Ώ Admire medieval gargoyles, intricate carved ceiling, stone altar, and unique medieval carvings.
βš”οΈ See the imposing carving of an armored crusader.
🌳 Enjoy the small, beautifully maintained garden and views of Nidd Gorge and surrounding nature.
πŸ›οΈ Recognized as a Grade I Listed Building.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Limited opening hours, mainly summer Sundays.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Access via a narrow path with a few steep steps. cramped interior due to small size.
🚽 No toilet facilities on site.
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking is about half a mile away.

Hours

πŸ•’ Sundays, 2-4 p.m. during summer months (April to September). Visits can be arranged outside regular times.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking Public car park on Waterside, about half a mile away.

🚻 Toilets None on site, available in nearby pubs.

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