The Pre-Reformation Endowments of the Magdalen Chapel, Cowgate, Edinburgh

Abstract

The chapel was founded in 1541 and is thought to be the only one in Edinburgh which retained all of its pre-Reformation endowments. By a provision in the original Charter of Foundation and Mortification the Incorporation of the Hammermen of Edinburgh were appointed patrons and the chapel became their meeting place at the Reformation. A description of the various endowments, some of which were still paid at the time of writing, is provided.