Ifield Friends Meeting House

Ifield Friends Meeting House is a Quaker meeting house built from sandstone with a Horsham stone roof located at Langley Lane. The structure features two bays with half-hipped gable designs and retains its original entrance and early masonry details.

The building was constructed in 1676 following a bequest from Robert Robinson, a local blacksmith who supported the Quaker community. Its original stonework and entrance from that era remain visible throughout the structure.

The meeting house serves as a gathering place for the Religious Society of Friends, who gather here for worship and community events. The simple interior design reflects Quaker values and traditions that are still practiced today.

The meeting house is accessible by foot along Langley Lane and clearly visible from the street. Recent improvements to accessibility make it easier for visitors of different mobility levels to explore both the exterior and interior.

William Penn, who later founded Pennsylvania, regularly attended services here while living in the local area. This connection to a historical figure who shaped an entire region gives the place special significance for visitors interested in early American history.

Location: Crawley

Inception: 1676

GPS coordinates: 51.12670,-0.21170

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:20