Wesleyan Collection

South Elmsall, West Yorkshire. The town is most famous for its coal-mining past; it was the site of Frickley Colliery, which was one of the largest in the whole country

Aston Villa F. C in 1894
Team photograph of Aston Villa in First Division champions in 1894. Formed in 1874 by members of the Villa Cross Wesleyan Chapel in Aston, Birmingham

Methodist Book-Plate
Wesleyan Sunday School prizewinners book-plate awarded to A W Harris of Littlehampton, Sussex, England. What did he do to deserve it?

Ordnance Survey map: Totley, 1876
Scale: 25 inches to 1 mile.Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: Derbyshire sheet XI.15.Includes: Old Hay Brook, Grove House, Crown Inn, Hillfoot, Totley Bents, Cricket Inn, recreation ground

Southwold, Suffolk - East Green and the Lighthouse. The Wesleyan Chapel can be seen on the left. Date: 1907

Rochdale, Lancashire, England
537142 Rochdale, Lancashire, England.; (add.info.: Rochdale, Lancashire, England. Wesleyan Methodist Chapel and School, Union Street. From William Robertson Rochdale Past and Present, Rochdale, 1876)

The Rev. William Wood Stamp, president of the Wesleyan Methodist Society for 1860-61, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Rev. William Wood Stamp, president of the Wesleyan Methodist Society for 1860-61, 1860. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs. Eastham and Bassano, of Regent-street

The Rev. Charles Prest, president of the Wesleyan Methodist Society, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Rev. Charles Prest, president of the Wesleyan Methodist Society, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by John Eastham, taken by the new tannin process...Before [Prest] had completed his seventeenth

Earthenware Bust of John Wesley, Staffordshire, England
Earthenware bust of John Wesley (1703-1791) wearing a black cassock and white clerical collar, mounted on a square base with leaf pattern

Southcott, (1750- 1814), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Southcott, (1750- 1814), 1830. Joanna Southcott (1750- 1814) self-described religious prophetess, dismissed as a domestic servant she joined the Wesleyan Church

Western Australia - Wesleyan Church, Perth

RMS Titanic, Harold Cottam Collection gold pocket watch)
RMS TITANIC. THE HAROLD COTTAM COLLECTION: Hallmarked 9ct Gold Waltham gentleman's hunter pocket watch engraved Presented to Mr. Harold T

Bradford - Wesleyan Mission

Holmfirth Wesleyan Centenary 16th July 1910

Wesleyan & General Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for an Ideal Homes Exhibition stand for Wesleyan and General Assurance Society, promoting a safe way to buy houses. Date: circa 1936

A South View of the Wesleyan Mission House, Colombo on the Island of Ceylon, Erected Anno Domini 1816, c
828339 A South View of the Wesleyan Mission House, Colombo on the Island of Ceylon, Erected Anno Domini 1816, c.1816 (watercolour) by Houten, P

Wesleyan Theological College, Richmond, Surrey, recently built at the time of this illustration. Date: circa 1842

Brunswick Chapel, Balcombe Street, Marylebone, London
Brunswick Methodist (Wesleyan) Chapel, Balcombe Street, Marylebone, London. Date: 1906

Rev Peter Thompson, Wesleyan Methodist
Rev Peter Thompson (1847-1909), Wesleyan Methodist, East London Mission. Date: circa 1908

Rev. John H. Bumby, c. 1840 (wood engraving)
622703 Rev. John H. Bumby, c.1840 (wood engraving) by Dempsey, John Church (c.1803-77); 15.5x10.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: John Bumby (1808-40)

The Church Congress at Wakefield (engraving)
1055079 The Church Congress at Wakefield (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Church Congress at Wakefield)

The annual Wesleyan conference - relics of John Wesley in London (engraving)
604333 The annual Wesleyan conference - relics of John Wesley in London (engraving) by Tidmarsh, Henry Edward (1855-1939); Private Collection; (add.info)

Johns Wesleys Chapel and Statue in Broadmead, old Britol, Gloucestershire, England, the first Wesleyan (Methodist) chapel in the world. Date: built 1739

SAMUEL DREW Churchman : Wesleyan methodist preacher, metaphysician and philosopher. with his autograph Date: 1765 - 1833

Wesleyan Central Church, Westminster, London, c1915. Creator: Unknown
Wesleyan Central Church, Westminster, London, c1915. The Methodist Central Hall was commissioned as a monument to mark the centenary of the death of the founder of Methodism, John Wesley

Sudder Street, Calcutta, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Sudder Street, Calcutta, c1910. View of Sudder Street in Calcutta, (now Kolkata), Bengal, India. The Sudder Court building is on the left - the street takes its name from a sadar, (court of appeal)

M. White & Co. Menswear Store - 157 Kings Road, Chelsea, London - next to the Chelsea Wesleyan Church. Shopkeeper Miss Denton stands proudly in the doorway. Date: circa 1910s

The Wesleyan Centenary Hall and Mission House, Bishopsgate, City of London, 1840

View of the Wesleyan Centenary Hall and Mission House, Bishopsgate, City of London, 1839

A Wesleyan church conference group from the South Yorkshire town of Mexborough, 1963

A Wesleyan church congregation, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1963

The Wesleyan Theological College, Richmond, Surrey, mid 19th century. Artist: WM Dore
The Wesleyan Theological College, Richmond, Surrey, mid 19th century. A print from Dugdales England and Wales Delineated

Wesleyan mission house, Uva Province, Ceylon. House in what is now Sri Lanka

Reverend Robert Newton, Wesleyan Methodist minister

William Morley Punshon, English Nonconformist divine, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin
William Morley Punshon, English Nonconformist divine, c1890. A lithograph from The Modern Portrait Gallery, Cassell, Petter and Galpin, London, Paris and New York, c1890

Wesleyan Institute, Richmond, 19th century. Artist: Henry Adlard
Wesleyan Institute, Richmond, 19th century

Wesleyan Methodist chapel and school, Union Street, Rochdale, Manchester, 1876. In the 18th and 19th centuries Rochdale was a centre of cotton manufacture

Liverpool - Wesleyan Methodist Chapel Mount Pleasant Liverpool - Chapel Building -people in Front. Part of Box 62 Boswell Collection - Liverpool. Date: circa 1900

Hammond House Girls Home, Reddish, Stockport
A view of Hammond House, Reddish, a girls home opened in 1881 by the Wesleyan Mission. Date: Date unknown

Plan of freehold and leasehold property situate at Sharrow Head and Heeley to be sold by auction, 1851
Full details are recorded in the sale particulars.Lot 1 freehold capital; mansion house, outbuildings, pleasure grounds and garden, known as Sharrow Head

Cover of programme for the anniversary sermons at Burngreave Road Wesleyan Sunday Schools, 1884
Original at Sheffield Archives (X636/1 page 74a)

Church at Kimberley, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Trinity Wesleyan Church at Kimberley, Northern Cape Province, South Africa. Date: circa 1906

Builders of the Wesleyan Chapel, Milford Haven, Wales
Group photo, builders of the Wesleyan Chapel (Priory Road Methodist Church), Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales. The building was officially opened on 5 June 1902 by Mrs J A Turner. Date: circa 1902

China - School Children playing Oranges and Lemons - a group of well-favoured children at the David Hill Memorial Girls Boarding School at Hanyang (one of the districts of modern-day Wuhan)

Wilbur Fisk
WILBUR FISK American churchman, Wesleyan Methodist, founded Wesleyan Academy, president Wesleyan University. Date: 1792 - 1839

John Farrar - 2
JOHN FARRAR Churchman : Wesleyan Methodist, president of the Conference 1854 and 1870. with his autograph Date: 1802 - 1884

John Farrar - 1
JOHN FARRAR Churchman : Wesleyan Methodist, president of the Conference 1854 and 1870. with his autograph Date: 1802 - 1884

Adam Clarke & Buddhists
ADAM CLARKE Wesleyan methodist minister and bible commentator, depicted comparing beliefs with two Buddhist priests. Date: 1762 - 1832

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"Wesleyan: A Journey Through Time and Places" Discover the rich history of Wesleyan, a name that has left its mark in various locations across the globe. From South Elmsall, West Yorkshire to Southwold, Suffolk; from Western Australia to Bradford, this caption takes you on an intriguing journey. In 1894, Aston Villa F. C proudly embraced their Wesleyan roots in South Elmsall, West Yorkshire. The Methodist Book-Plate symbolized their strong connection to faith and community values. Traveling further east brings us to the picturesque town of Southwold in Suffolk. Here lies East Green and the Lighthouse - a serene spot where Wesleyan principles of spirituality and enlightenment resonate with visitors. Across continents we venture next to Western Australia's capital city, Perth. The grandeur of the Wesleyan Church stands tall as a testament to religious devotion and architectural splendor. The story takes an unexpected turn as we delve into maritime history aboard RMS Titanic. Harold Cottam Collection gold pocket watch serves as a poignant reminder of those who perished on that fateful night – individuals who may have carried their Wesleyan beliefs close to heart. Back on land in Bradford, we encounter the impactful presence of the Wesleyan Mission. This institution brought hope and assistance to those in need during challenging times. Celebrations abound at Holmfirth's Wesleyan Centenary on July 16th, 1910. It was a momentous occasion marking one hundred years since John Wesley's influential teachings took root within communities worldwide. Advertisements played a crucial role in spreading awareness about Wesleyanism throughout generations. The iconic "Wesleyan & General Advertisement" captured attention with its compelling message promoting financial security for all. Artistic expressions also pay homage to John Wesley's legacy. An earthenware bust crafted in Staffordshire captures his likeness while serving as a tangible reminder of his profound impact on society.