Wignall Memorial Chapel |
~ 1812 ~
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First Chapel - 1892 |
The first Wesleyan Chapel in Thornton was founded on Thornton Marsh in 1812 and was one of the first Methodist Chapels in the Fylde. It was a plain barn like building which was lime washed inside and out, and was situated on Ramper Road (Victoria Road) near to the present church. |
Road in blue. The Chapel stood across the entrance to *Lime Grove indicated by the red arrow. | Both Chapels - 2009 Clearer image to follow |
Wignall Memorial Chapel - 2009 |
In 1892 with the population of Thornton growing, mainly due to the jobs created by the Alkali Works, a new Chapel was needed. The red brick Chapel was constructed at a cost of £250 and served for the next 13 years until once again its congregation outgrew it. |
Wignall Memorial Chapel
Victoria Road East
Thornton-Cleveleys
Lancashire
FY5 5HQ
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