One Thousand Origami Cranes

An exhibition of one thousand origami cranes, made by Bristol children attending out of school play schemes, will be on display in the chapel throughout August. This exhibition is in partnership with BAND (Bristol Association for Neighbourhood Daycare). BAND will also be hosting two free origami workshops, so come along and have a go.

Exhibition on display in the chapel:  1-31 August (Monday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm)

Origami workshops: Tuesdays 8 & 15 August 11am-12pm

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John Wesley's New Room

John Wesley’s New Room is a heritage site in the heart of Bristol. It houses a museum, library, café, events and hire space. It is home to the original 18th century chapel that started the Methodist movement.

It also houses an award-winning Café and a vast reference Library. John Wesley’s New Room hosts a range of art, music and family events and is also available to hire.

Explore the Museum of John & Charles Wesley’s life and work in Bristol.

John Wesley’s New Room is the oldest Methodist building in the world, located right in the heart of Bristol city centre. Founded in 1739 by John Wesley, the New Room became the cradle of the worldwide Methodist movement.

This is the place that completes the story of Bristol. This is the Room that changed the World.

It is a place where everyone is welcome to explore, step back, take time, reconnect and recharge.

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