Great Meeting Chapel: Open Days, Tea in the Garden and special exhibition
East Bond Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 4SX
Take an informative tour of the Grade II listed non-conformist Chapel, garden and medieval boundary wall. Admire the peaceful 'time capsule' interior with its recently restored 1786 octagonal, half-dome plaster ceiling and experience its excellent acoustics. Learn about the unique oak-with-iron-strapping roof structure. Learn fascinating anecdotes about people associated with the Chapel and its place in Leicester's history, including political reform, the Chapel's school, its 19th century Domestic Mission and its connections to the anti-slavery movement. Children can participate in a special trail. Check out the tombstones in Swithland and Welsh slate with revealing inscriptions.
On Saturday 13th September join us for afternoon tea from 1400-1630 with homemade cakes accompanied by live music. This year we will be hosting an art exhibition by local artist Shaun Crane, entitled ‘Connections’. Shaun’s work, using acrylic, charcoal, pencil and watercolour, explores the deep and mindful connections between living beings and the natural world.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1000-1700 with Tea in the Garden 14-14.30
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1200-1500
- Wednesday 17 September:
- 1100-1500
- Thursday 18 September:
- 1100-1500
- Friday 19 September:
- 1100-1500
- Saturday 20 September:
- 1100-1500
- Sunday 21 September:
- 1200-1500
Location & directions
East Bond Street, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 4SX
- Directions:
- Next door to 'Cherry Tree' pub. Only disabled parking available, otherwise suggest Highcross or Mansfield Street
- Contact on day:
- michael drucquer
- Telephone number:
- +447792289366
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
Chapel is very close to Highcross shopping centre and within city's central area. If no time for a tour you are welcome to pop in for a look around
- Max no of people per tour:
- 12
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
