Old Barkerite chapel
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Old Barkerite chapel
Image: © Gordon Hatton Taken: 10 Oct 2010
This small building was once a Barkerite chapel and probably dates from the mid 19th century. The Barkerites were a non conformist sect formed by Joseph Barker, a native of Bramley, Leeds [1806-75], who had been a member of the Methodist Church and was expelled from the Methodist New Connection in 1841 on theological grounds. It was after this that he formed his own church. Barker appears to have been a controversial figure, known also for his political views and for producing a number of publications. He was also an advocate of teetotalism, so maybe was in conflict with the nearby CB Inn.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.429356
Longitude
-2.005053