Wesley's Chapel, London

Name: Wesley's Chapel
Address: 49 City Rd, London, EC1Y 1AU, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7253 2262

#653 among attractions in London

Church, Specialty museum, Museum

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Facts and practical information

Wesley's Chapel is a Methodist church situated in the St Luke's area in the south of the London Borough of Islington. Opened in 1778, it was built under the direction of John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement. The site is a place of worship and visitor attraction, incorporating the Museum of Methodism in its crypt and John Wesley's House next to the chapel. The chapel has been called "The Mother Church of World Methodism". ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°31'26"N, 0°5'12"W

Address

49 City RdIslington (Bunhill)London EC1Y 1AU United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7253 2262

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Day trips

Wesley's Chapel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Barbican Centre, Ironmonger Row Baths, Shoreditch, Artillery Ground.

~1890 ftSW
Multi-arts cultural and exhibition centre
Barbican Centre, London
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Barbican Centre stands as a celebrated hub for the performing arts. Opened in 1982, this brutalist structure is one of the most prominent arts venues in England, offering a diverse range of theater, dance, film, and music events.
0.4 miNW
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Ironmonger Row Baths, London
11 min walk • Ironmonger Row Baths were built as a public wash house and later upgraded to a Turkish Bath. They are located at Ironmonger Row, in the St Luke's district, near Old Street, Islington, London.
~1840 ftNE
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Shoreditch, London
9 min walk • Shoreditch is a district in the East End of London in England, and forms the southern part of the London Borough of Hackney. Neighbouring parts of Tower Hamlets are also perceived as part of the area.
~850 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport, Bars and clubs
Artillery Ground, London
5 min walk • The Artillery Ground in Finsbury is an open space originally set aside for archery and later known also as a cricket venue. Today it is used for military exercises, rugby and football matches. It belongs to the Honourable Artillery Company, whose headquarters, Armoury House, overlook the grounds.
~1660 ftSW
Nightlife
The Jugged Hare, London
9 min walk • The Jugged Hare is a public house and restaurant at 49 Chiswell Street, between Barbican and Moorgate underground stations in the City of London.
~740 ftW
Cemetery, Park
Bunhill Fields, London
4 min walk • Bunhill Fields is a former burial ground in central London, in the London Borough of Islington, just north of the City of London.
0.4 miE
51°31'25"N • 0°4'35"W
Boxpark Shoreditch, London
12 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~740 ftW
Cemetery
Quaker Gardens, London
4 min walk • Quaker Gardens is a small public garden in the extreme south of the London Borough of Islington, close to the boundary with the City of London, in the area known historically as Bunhill Fields. It is managed by Islington Borough Council.
~1870 ftNE
Square
Hoxton Square, London
10 min walk • Hoxton Square is a public garden square in the Hoxton area of Shoreditch in the London Borough of Hackney. Laid out in 1683, it is thought to be one of the oldest in London.
0.4 miSW
Park
Barbican Conservatory, London
11 min walk • The Barbican Conservatory is the second largest conservatory in London, located at the Barbican Centre. It houses more than 2000 species of plants and trees, as well as terrapins and koi carp. The conservatory covers 23,000 square feet, and is located on top of the theatre's fly tower.
~1870 ftNE
Museum, Art gallery
Rivington Place, London
10 min walk • Rivington Place is a purpose-built international visual arts centre in Shoreditch, London.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Wesley's Chapel open?

Wesley's Chapel is open:

Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Wesley's Chapel?

Nearby attractions include Honourable Artillery Company, London (3 min walk), Bunhill Fields, London (4 min walk), Quaker Gardens, London (4 min walk), Finsbury Square, London (6 min walk).

How to get to Wesley's Chapel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wesley's Chapel:

Metro

Old Street • Lines: Northern (4 min walk)
Moorgate • Lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (10 min walk)

Bus

Shoreditch Fire Station • Lines: 55, N55 (5 min walk)
Old Street Station • Lines: 243, 55, N55 (6 min walk)

Train

Shoreditch High Street (14 min walk)
Hoxton (19 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 10 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (21 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (27 min walk)

Ferry

Blackfriars Pier • Lines: Rb6 (29 min walk)
Bankside Pier • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2 (29 min walk)