Site record MDR11827 - Site of Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, Mill Lane, Shirley

Former site of Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, Mill Lane, Shirley, built in 1855. The 1st ed. 25" OS map shows a small Wesleyan Methodist Chapel on Mill Lane, Shirley. (1) The chapel appears to be in use during the beginning of the 20th century. (2-3) 'Examination of modern maps show that the building has been demolished.' (4) 'The Wesleyan Methodist have a chapel here [Shirley]. It is neat brick building, erected in 1855, with accommodation for about 70 people.' (5) 'A Wesleyan Chapel in Shirley constructed from brick and tile with a three-bay front with splayed lintels and gabled sides Date tablet 1855.' (6) After many years of disuse as a chapel, it became a utility meeting place for Parish Council meetings. The building was sold and demolished in 1995/1996. (7) NHLE documentation (delisting report) is available. (8)