The Wesleyan Chapel in Grantham is a Grade II* listed building that was built in 1842. It was founded by the Methodist movement, which was founded by John Wesley in the 18th century. The chapel was built to serve the growing Methodist community in Grantham, and it quickly became a popular place of worship.
The Thatcher family were regular attendees of the Wesleyan Chapel. Margaret Thatcher's father, Alfred Roberts, was a lay preacher at the chapel, and she herself attended Sunday school and youth group there. The chapel played a significant role in her upbringing, and she has spoken about how her faith influenced her political views.
The Wesleyan Chapel closed in 2006
it was reopened in 2012 after being converted into a community centre.
Christchurch.
The Baptist Church and the United Reformed Church in Grantham have been sharing the Wesleyan Chapel since 2015.
The Wesleyan Chapel will be open during the Lincolnshire Heritage Open Days on September 8th to 17th, 2023. Visitors will be able to learn about the history of the chapel and its role in the community.