Listed Building record MDO9419 - Former Methodist Church, Tolpuddle
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Summary
A Methodist Chapel built in 1818 (Local Methodist Society Records) and later altered and used as a store. It is situated to the east of Martyrs' Cottages. The building is constructed of cob on a brick plinth, with a double Roman tile roof. It is two bays in length, one-storey in height with an inserted loft, and stands with its gable end facing the road. Five of the six Tolpuddle Martyrs were Methodists, and it is presumed that they worshipped in this building.
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Type and Period (4)
Full Description
Former Methodist Chapel. Now Stone. Fine of the six Tolpuddle Marty's were Methodists, and it is presumed that they worshipped in this building. See list for description. <2>
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SWX1197 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1:2500 scale. 1:2500. 1981.
- <2> SDO20174 Scheduling record: Department of the Environment. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest: amendment. 04-JUL-1989.
- <3> SDO16430 Unpublished document: Robinson, David M. 1999. A Report on the Former Methodist Chapel at Tolpuddle, Dorset.
- <4> SDO14738 Index: Historic England. Historic England Archive. BF106209.
- <5> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 977407.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 79515 94412 (8m by 11m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY79SE |
| Civil Parish | Tolpuddle; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 79 SE 56
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 977407
Record last edited
Sep 27 2023 11:23AM