The 15th Century Chapel is all that is left of Padley Manor near Grindleford. The remains of the manor are behind the chapel.
The chapel is best known for the story of the 'Padley Martyrs'; two priests Nicholas Garlick and Robert Ludham, who were arrested here in July 1588, and subsequently executed for high treason. Their crime was simply being ordained Catholic priests.
The Manor was owned by John Fitzherbert. He was a
catholic, and as such refused to accept Elizabeth I as head of the church. The
two priests were only visiting him, and were unfortunate enough to be there
when the house was raided by the authorities, who were probably checking up on
Fitzherbert.
The chapel is still the subject of a pilgrimage which
takes place each July to honour the martyrs.
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