Outlane Bethel New Connexion Church

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Also known locally as Outlane Lower Methodist Church.

Established early 1800s, using John Ainley’s house for meetings.

Later used James Cockshaw’s house in New Row.

Chapel built on north side of New Hey Road near junction with Mulehouse Lane 1832.

Sunday School established 1832.

Chapel enlarged 1870.

Chapel rebuilt on same site 1892.

Closed 1964; congregation officially joined Outlane Trinity Methodist Church, but some members went to Mount Methodist Church .

Chapel demolished by 1977.

Records relating to this collection can be found at WYAS: Kirklees under the reference numbers:

NM/HSC, KC808/2/20 and WYK1089.