Breaney Methodist chapel facts for kids
Breaney Methodist Chapel is a special church building called a Methodist chapel. You can find it in the small village of Breage, which is close to Helston in Cornwall, UK. The chapel is located on Trewithick Road in Breage, just past the local school.
It was built way back in 1829. What's cool is that it was built by and for the miners who lived in Breage at that time. There used to be many other chapels in the Breage area. Most of them have now been turned into houses, but one is now a social club.
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History of Breaney Chapel
Building and Early Days
The chapel was built in 1829 by local miners. It served as an important place for the community. For a long time, it was officially known as Troon Methodist Chapel.
Name Change and Renovation
In 1992, the chapel's name was changed to Breaney Methodist Chapel. This new name was chosen when the church groups from Breage and Sithney joined together. They took half of each name to create "Breaney."
That same year, in 1992, the chapel got a big makeover! It had a new worship area built on the first floor. New seats, carpets, and paint were added. A new electronic organ was also installed. But they made sure to keep some of the old, special parts, like the gallery pews and plaster columns.
The Chapel's Organ
Originally, the chapel had a very old pipe organ made mostly of wood. It was placed in a special area called the organ loft. However, during the 1992 renovation, this old organ was removed. It was replaced with a newer, electronic organ.
Future of the Chapel
Around 2016, there were discussions about the future of the chapel. This was part of a plan by The Lizard & Mounts Bay Methodist circuit to organize their churches. After a lot of thought and prayer, the people who attend the chapel decided to find new ways to help their community. They want to continue sharing God's love with everyone.
Special Features
Fisherman's Marker
The chapel is considered important for its design. It must always be painted white. This is because it acts as a helpful marker for fishermen out in the bay. They can see the white chapel from the sea.
Benchmark
On the bottom wall of the chapel, on one of its corners, you can find a special mark. This mark is called an Ordnance Survey benchmark. It's a small, official marker used by surveyors to measure heights and map the land.
