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Goodshaw Chapel

Tourist attraction β€’ Historical landmark β€’ Heritage building

πŸ‘πŸ‘ I was born within sight of the beautiful olde world village that used to be next to this great survivor. The chapel was originally built because of a wonderful revival in nearby Dean. They were then led to move to Goodshaw, and built this chapel. Their singing was glorious ; they had a small orchest... People often mention chapel,


Address

Goodshaw Ave, Crawshawbooth, Rossendale BB4 8QB, United Kingdom

Website

www.english-heritage.org.uk

Contact

+44 370 333 1181

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (41 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Jan G. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice little town. I take part in Sacred Harp singing and we have an annual gathering there. Nearby is the oldest quaker meeting house in the country, lucky that we could visit it and sing a few songs inside.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sheridan P. 1 year ago on Google
    I was born within sight of the beautiful olde world village that used to be next to this great survivor. The chapel was originally built because of a wonderful revival in nearby Dean. They were then led to move to Goodshaw, and built this chapel. Their singing was glorious ; they had a small orchestra, and the women used to wear local flowers in their lapels when they came for worship. The worship was both sacred and dynamic, in spite of the cold conditions in winter! Most of the old village was sadly demolished in the 1970's, to make way for a proposed road bypass (that never came!), but a few of the old buildings remain, such as this old Chapel, the old vicarage, the old White Horse Inn, the old farm and also St Mary's Church. If the old village had survived, it would now be one of the most beautiful preserved villages in England, complete with stunning views over the hills. This chapel is special, and is like stepping back in time to those early days. Well worth a special visit, but you will need to contact the local key-holder for an appointment to view the chapel and the graveyard.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Stephen T. 6 years ago on Google
    The Chapel has a severe beauty. It is stone cold in winter but has a wonderful atmosphere. Many generations have prayed, worshipped and sang there and their presence can almost be felt. A wonderful ancient house of prayer
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Anthony C. 9 months ago on Google
    Closed under renovations and safety reasons but there seems to be no end date for it. Travelled quite a bit to come here so very disappointed. The surroundings are very beautiful.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Melanie P. 1 year ago on Google
    The 18th century comes to life as one wanders around.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Mars Denique Victor E. 6 years ago on Google
    Hard to access

  • 3/5 Tony W. 6 months ago on Google
    If you had no sat nav this building would be hard to find, with no signage from the main road. You would have to ring beforehand to gain access, but timing of your arrival may need to be precise? Large chapel with windows threatening to fall out because of neglect. Commonwealth graves in the cemetery.

  • 5/5 Joanne P. 5 months ago on Google
    Lovely quaint box pew chapel. I visited at party of the British Textile Biennial.

  • 5/5 Peter A. 1 year ago on Google
    West Gallery Carol Service followed by mince πŸ₯§ and "mulled wine 🍷 ".

  • 5/5 Hazem S. 10 months ago on Google
    #Love Clough

  • 3/5 Paul S. 1 year ago on Google
    It wasn't open and the church gates were locked so you can't visit the grave yard if you had distant relatives buried their.

  • 2/5 David A M. 1 year ago on Google
    Was there yesterday, tried to phone the key keeper… no reply by phone… all locked up… feel cheated as I’m a EH member! a card reader to enter would not go a miss

  • 1/5 Peter W. 1 year ago on Google
    Travelled a considerable distance to see this English Heritage gem - only to find both gates padlocked and only a contact telephone number on the gate. "Ring the number for a key" but the phone was not answered.

  • 5/5 Adam H. 5 years ago on Google
    Great place

  • 5/5 Stan W. 6 years ago on Google
    It is usually cold, wet and windy but beautiful here. Check English Heritage website for opening times.

  • 5/5 Stewart W. 4 years ago on Google
    A stunning historic chapel with old pews, viewing by appointment, English Heritage

  • 5/5 carl m. 2 years ago on Google
    An interesting building, in an unassuming place.

  • 5/5 Phil L. 2 years ago on Google
    Exceptional example of chapel with brilliant commentary from the keyholder. Well worth a visit.

  • 5/5 Ian B. 3 years ago on Google
    Quaint old building with character


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