Public art & sculpture · London
John Wesley
In or near City of London.
John Wesley — Public artwork (statue).

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Old Street · 0.2 km
- Free entry
About
John Wesley is a place of interest in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Public artwork (statue).". Coordinates: 51.5238°, -0.0869°.
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Official information
John Wesley's House and the Museum of Methodism provide insights into the history of Methodism and its impact on British society. Visitors can explore Wesley's home, a Georgian townhouse, and learn about the development of Methodism through various exhibits.
Place summary
John Wesley is located in the Islington area of London, EC1Y. This site is significant for its association with John Wesley, the founder of Methodism. It is a key historical location reflecting the development of religious movements in Britain.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5238, -0.0869
- District
- Islington
- Parish
- Islington, unparished area
- Postcode
- EC1Y 1AU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Islington South and Finsbury
- Nearest railway station
- Old Street — 0.2 km
- Opening
- Tuesday to Saturday, 10.30am - 4pm; last entry to the House at 2.45pm
Sources
- osm: n1701292818 (ODbL)
- commons: Tomb of John Wesley in the Burial Ground of Wesley's Chapel 2013-09-20 15-30-35.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is John Wesley?
- John Wesley is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC1Y 1AU), in the parish of Islington, unparished area.
- What is John Wesley?
- John Wesley — Public artwork (statue).
- How do I get to John Wesley?
- The nearest railway station is Old Street, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EC1Y 1AU.
- How do I get to John Wesley?
- The nearest railway station is Old Street, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC1Y 1AU.