In Colby two Methodist chapels stand opposing one another on opposite sides of the main thoroughfare. There was great rivalry apparently to see who could open their chapel first, the Primitives achieved this by not waiting for seating and simply made the congragation stand.
Colby Wesleyan Methodist Chapel - Station Road
Both Methodist chapels opened their doors in 1833 after donations of land from two local families. Captain Watterson donated land for the Wesleyan chapel and the land for the Primitive chapel by the Kermode family.
When built the entrance to the gallery of the Wesleyan chapel was by means of an external staircase, sadly now long gone.
Colby Wesleyan chapel has recently undergone a major refurbishment with the addition of a glass atrium and coffee lounge and the chapel is now well equipped for its role as a centre for community activity within the village of Colby. The worship area has preserved its traditional feel in contrast to the modern glass and steel of the new extension. Access is excellent with lift facilities between the atrium and chapel. The chapel despite its traditional appearance is fully equipped with projection and sound reinforcement facilities.
The Primitive chapel was rebuilt in 1867 and finally closed it's doors to worshippers in 1950 and is now a private dwelling.
Colby was an early centre of Methodism on the Isle of Man, especially Primitive Methodism as John Butcher made it his base.
Cache contains logbook only, please bring your own pen.
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