Wesley's Chapel
Wesley's Chapel, Methodist church on City Road, London Borough of Islington, England
Wesley's Chapel is a Methodist church on City Road in London with characteristic Georgian features. The exterior displays brown brick walls accented with yellow brickwork and stone details, while the interior maintains similar architectural qualities.
The chapel was designed by George Dance the Younger and opened in 1778 following John Wesley's successful land acquisition in the City of London. It became a center for the Methodist movement and documents the movement's development in England.
The chapel served as a gathering place for early Methodists and remains a center for their community today. Visitors can see how this space continues to function for worship and meetings.
The building is typically accessible to visitors and offers access to various areas including a museum in the basement level. The location on City Road is easily reached by public transport and provides visitor information.
The museum in the crypt displays personal belongings and documents from early Methodist leaders and preachers. The garden behind contains graves of significant figures from the movement that remain visible to visitors today.
Location: London Borough of Islington
Inception: 1777
Architects: George Dance the Younger
Architectural style: Georgian architecture
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-16:00; Sunday 12:00-14:00
Phone: +442072532262
Website: https://wesleyschapel.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.52360,-0.08694
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:42
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