Methodist Chapel
Methodist Chapel.
The old chapel in Scosthrop closed in 1896 as it was too small. Negotiations for a new building had begun in 1893 but to no avail. William Illingworth, newly arrived at Newfield hall, took up the case in 1895. Plans to enlarge the old building were made but agreement with the owner of the land at the rear of the building could not be reached. Suddenly a new plot of land became available, it was bought and Mr. Illingworth gave it for a new chapel. The original intention of including a burial ground was abandoned because of the close proximity of houses
On August 11″ 1896 the memorial stones were laid. Including one by Sir Isaac Holden of Oakworth – his last public appearance. On that day 400 people sat down to a tea in a marquee. The Sunday School was opened on Christmas Day, 1896 and the services began in the new church on 22 January 1897. Seating had been increased to 170
1999 – The church has continued to provide worship and Fellowship throughout the years since 1897. The Centenary was celebrated with a display and tea and special services.
For more details see https://www.kirkbymalham.info/KMI/malhamdale/churchandchapel.html
Update – The chapel closed at the end of 2007. It has subsequently been converted to a dwelling.
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