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The perfect way to see the best of This beautiful grade 1 listed building dates from the St Andrew’s Church has Epworth’s Wesleyan heritage is to put 12th century and has very strong connections to been through some on your walking shoes and explore the Wesley family. extensive re-ordering work the town’s Wesley Trail. Follow the over the last few years and is trail boards as they take you back in For many years St Andrew’s Church acted as the now back open to the public time and discover how this once centre of faith for the Wesleys. Samuel Wesley was and should not be missed when quiet town has shaped world the rector of the church between 1695 and 1735, and visiting Epworth. religion as well as shedding light on was buried in the grounds near the south porch. When other stories from Epworth’s fascinating John was denied permission to preach in the church St Andrews Church, Church Walk, Epworth DN9 1ES history. because of his innovative beliefs he did this from his  01427 872080 father’s tomb. Come and see the place where so many were  [email protected] Discover St Andrew’s Church hidden up the tree inspired and where ideas were shared which formed the  www.standrewsepworth.co.uk lined Church Walk and Vinegarth, the site of an foundations for the worldwide Methodist movement. Open daily 2.30pm till 4.30pm. ancient manor belonging to the powerful Mowbray Guided tours by prior appointment. family. Beside the church lies another secret from Epworth’s mysterious past. Why not pay a visit to Epworth Old Rectory, the Vinegarth was the site of an childhood home of John and Charles Wesley and ancient manor house belonging then take in the beautiful architecture and sights of to the powerful Mowbray the Wesley Memorial Church? family, a medieval dynasty that our present Take time to soak up the atmosphere in the Market day royal family Place. Here you will find the Market Cross where are descended John Wesley delivered many of his rousing sermons. from. Find the Only a few steps rearing lion of the away you will find Mowbray’s crest in the statue erected the North porch of in 2003 to celebrate the church. the tercentenary of John’s birth.

We recommend that you Car allow at least four hours for park your visit to Epworth. That will give you plenty of time to explore the trail and enjoy tours of the churches and Epworth Old Rectory.

As Epworth’s most famous sons and founders of the worldwide Methodist movement, a spectacular memorial to John and Charles Wesley stands in the streets of their home town. Built in 1889 and set in beautiful formal gardens the Wesley Memorial Methodist Church is an inspiring reminder of the achievements of these remarkable men.

Come and see the unique chancel window where three colourful panels illustrate the story of Christ and his disciples. Above the panels you can find a portrait of John and his hymn writing brother Charles, both facing towards their childhood home, Epworth Old Epworth Old Rectory was the busy home of the Rector Special tours and events are held throughout the Rectory. Encircling the portrait are John’s most Samuel Wesley, his wife Susanna and their ten children. year, groups and schools are welcome. It is a grade 1 famous words “the best of all is, God is with us”. The house was rebuilt in 1709 following the devastating listed building, an accredited museum, funded and fire from which the young John Wesley was rescued. As run by the Methodist Church. A development project Just across the road is another link to the town’s you take a tour you can see the restored 18th century “Welcome Home” is in progress to return the house to strong spiritual heritage. Alexander Kilham fireplaces and impressive entrance hall, bedrooms, the its early 18th century state. Discoveries such as early was the son of an Epworth linen weaver study, nursery and the kitchens. The Fore kitchen may wallpaper and a concealed shoe have been made and rose to found the Methodist New have been the site of Susanna Wesley’s home-school for along the way. Connexion. her children and her worship services which, it was reported, 200 people attended. This was the methodical Epworth Old Rectory, 1 Rectory Street, Wesley Memorial Methodist Church, inspiration which lay behind John Wesley’s ministry. Epworth DN9 1HX High Street, Epworth DN9 1EP  01427 872268  01427 872319 Take a walk through the Rectory’s peaceful Physic Garden  [email protected][email protected] to see many of the plants John used in his “Primitive  www.epwortholdrectory.org.uk Open daily from 10am till 4pm. Physic” or just take a moment to relax in this haven of Open from March to October, Tuesdays to Saturdays An introductory talk on the church and town are tranquillity. and Bank Holiday Mondays, please see website for available by prior booking. more details.