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Bedern Chapel bronze plaque

Commemorative plaque
Bedern Chapel bronze plaque
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This bronze commemorative plaque records: Bedern Chapel. The remains of the Chapel of the College of the Vicars Choral of York Minster. It was consecrated in 1349. Nearby is the Common Hall of the College. The name Bedern (Anglo-Saxon) means House of Prayer (Bed-aer). Recorded plaque organisation: York Civic Trust.
Bedern Chapel served as the religious center for the College of the Vicars Choral of York Minster since its consecration in 1349, reflecting its crucial role in the liturgical life of York Minster. The name Bedern, meaning House of Prayer, underscores its significance as a place of worship and community for the college members.

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