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Baptist
Chapel, Cote, Oxfordshire
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The site of Cote Chapel was acquired in 1703-4 by a group of worshippers which previously met at Longworth on the other side of the Thames. In 1739-40 the Chapel was enlarged or more probably rebuilt to its present size, the capacity being increased in 1756 by the addition of a gallery. In 1859 the pulpit was removed from the south to the west wall, the galleries were altered and rebuilt against the other three walls, and the seating was renewed. The pipe organ, built by Henry Jones, was installed in 1861. The Chapel has stone walls and a double roof covered in the local stone slate. The truncated front gable incorporates a screen wall across the central valley surmounted by a stone panel with scrolled ends, possibly added in the 19th century. In the burial ground are many 18th- century carved headstones. HCT has completed a programme of repairs including the provision of new kitchens, WCs and a committee room to return the Chapel to community uses such as concerts and conferences and to allow for the continuance of occasional services of worship. For arrangements for access please ring the office on 020 7481 0533. Visitors are welcome. Grid reference SP351031. A 14 page lavishly illustrated in colour guide is available from the London office address at a price of £4.50. Please make cheques payable to HCT.
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Chairman
Rt Hon Sir Alan Beith MP |
Copyright © 2009 Historic Chapels Trust
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Director Dr Jennifer M Freeman |