St Stephen’s Chapel, Westminster

St Stephen’s Chapel, located within the Palace of Westminster and adjacent to Westminster Abbey, played a pivotal role in shaping both English medieval architecture and British political life before its destruction by fire in 1834. The chapel's design innovations set precedents that influenced subsequent architectural styles, while its political significance as a venue for parliamentary proceedings underscored its importance in the evolution of governance. This essay contextualizes St Stephen’s Chapel within the broader history of the medieval Palace, highlighting its enduring legacy despite its eventual loss.

Goodall, J. (2020). St Stephen’s Chapel, Westminster. Westminster, 111–119. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781315630762-5