Congregational Chapel, Bere Alston in Devon
N 50° 28.762 W 004° 11.342
30U E 415636 N 5592606
A long established chapel in Fore Street, Bere Alston, Devon.
Waymark Code: WM3XA1
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/30/2008
Views: 5
The building was dedicated in 1811 by the Independents (also known as Congregationalists).The original building was enlarged in the 1820s with the erection of a gallery and being pewed through out. There was an influx of farmers into the congregation following a disagreement between the Rector and themselves follow the passing of the Tithe Commutation Act. This increase in the congregation proved to be lasting and as a result the chapel was further enlarged in 1831. It was further enlarged in 1871, when the schoolroom was added.
Pew rents continued until well into the 20th century as was normal in chapels. This practice was finally discontinued in 1954. The United Church was formed when the United Reformed and Mount Zion Methodist churches in Bere Alston joined together in 1989. During renovation work in 1995 a vault containing the lead coffins of the main benefactress of the original church (Mary Stephens) and her sister-in law Jane was discovered.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 08/14/1811
Age of Church building determined by?: Other reliable source
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: United Reformed & Methodists
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 10:30 AM
Street address of Church:
Bere Alston United Church
Fore Street
Bere Alston, Devon United Kingdom
PL20 7AA
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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