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Wasn’t this church once known as Eaton Park Wesleyan Chapel? Winchmore Hill Methodist Church stands before you a testament to faith and community. It wasn’t always called that you see. In 1879 a man named Thomas Kelsey a Congregationist and property developer had a vision. He built Highfield House. He wanted a place of worship for the workers building the Bowes Park and Eaton Park Estates. He offered land to the Finsbury Park Methodist Circuit. The condition was simple: build a chapel and hold regular services. On November 30 1880 the foundation stone was laid. The chapel opened in 1881. Reverend Charles Moore led the first services. The original chapel stood some distance from both Winchmore Hill and Palmers Green. Hence the name Eaton Park Wesleyan Chapel. By 1906 the area boomed. The Methodist congregation grew. The trustees decided it was time for a bigger church. They established a new trust and a building fund. Five years later in 1912 they held the new church’s stone-laying ceremony. The grand opening was September 28 1912. The records show exciting details. They include minutes from the trustees teachers and finance committee. They also cover the building of the new church. You can find these records at The London Archives. There are also minutes about the ‘Envelope system’ of free-will offerings. The church choir’s minutes are there too. So are records from overseas committees and the Sunday school. The original building tender from 1912 survives as well. This shows you the incredible detail of the archives. Even Gladys May Howard’s Sunday school certificates and medals are preserved. They showcase her dedication to religious knowledge. This is more than just a building. Winchmore Hill Methodist Church is a living history. It is a story of faith community growth and perseverance. It’s a place where generations have worshipped and found solace. The story of Winchmore Hill Methodist Church continues to unfold. Its legacy lives on within these walls and within the hearts of its members.

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