Good to escape the bustle of the surrounding Broadmead area, nice quiet well-designed museum that's not too big, but you'll probably enjoy it if you're already interested in the history
We visited the John Wesley Museum in Bristol on a Friday with our Sunday School children and their families, and it was a truly inspiring experience. John Wesley, such a powerful missionary in the UK, has left behind a rich legacy that continues to encourage both young and old. Our Sunday School lessons often focus on missionaries, so this trip brought the stories to life in a wonderful way. The children were especially excited to explore the exhibits—reading about natural remedies used in those times, seeing pictures from the old era, and learning more about John Wesley’s family. Parents were equally inspired, finding it both educational and spiritually uplifting. This museum beautifully preserves the old Christian heritage and culture of Britain. I highly recommend that everyone visit at least once—you will come away with a deeper appreciation of history, faith, and the lasting impact of John Wesley’s mission.
What an incredible visit to the John Wesley Museum! So powerful to walk through the history and realise just how far the Methodist movement has come. The space is beautifully preserved and really brings his story to life. It’s interactive, thoughtful, and actually great for kids too a brilliant way to engage all ages in such a meaningful legacy. Truly inspiring.
I am not a Methodist but came away with increased respect for the Methodist religion after visiting the church and museum. The displays in the museum do an excellent job of explaining who John Wesley was and his contribution to establishing what became known as the Methodist religion.
A really nice cafe recently built in what used to be an outside area. Extremely freindly staff the prices are very good too amazing coffee aswell about half the price of the well known ones. Excellent disabled access to most areas. A very historical Church well worth a look, the history of the place makes it feel very welcoming, if Church isn't your thing don't worry from what I experienced they treat everyone with respect no matter what. They were playing Taylor Swift in the cafe not what I expected at all it was great. So if you are in Broadmead then its a great find.
A lovely little chapel in the heart of the city nice to come to sit and take some silent the. They have books in the corner and a lovely cafe staff are friendly and helpful.
I’m giving this a 3 star because of modern adaptations. I love the place, the history is incomparable. The issue is that they are using this space in advertisements for anti-Christian events. For example they are openly welcoming LGBTQ+ couples attending the church and hosting pride events. I’m all for LGBTQ+ events happening outside the church because why should everyone have to live a Christian life that’s not a Christian? But the issue comes when churches try to change the bible to adapt to the current world. John Wesley lived to spread the gospel, the gospel is the same yesterday, today, and forever. We must stop changing the bible to fit the world - but change the world to fit the bible. As it’s commanded in the bible. It’s Christian 101.
A splendid little museum dedicated to John Wesley, a dead chap of many talents. Guides/volunteers have a wealth of knowledge and are very helpful. I enjoyed learning about the Methodist church and John's outdoor preaching. I continue to live in hope that one day there'll be a museum all about me in Bristol, but I seem to have a bit of an image problem at the moment. I'm working hard to rectify that.
evangelist, who was a leader of a revival movement within the Church of England known as Methodism. The societies he founded became the dominant form of the independent Methodist movement that continues to this day.
Wonderful Methodist Church, were John Wesley preached. This was the very first Methodist Church. Lovely cafe at the back of the chapel were wholesome snacks can be had. Nice shop and well worth having a look at the museum. 10/10
John Wesley's New Room is located at John Wesley's New Room, 36 The Horsefair, Broadmead, Bristol BS1 3JE, UK
You can contact John Wesley's New Room at +44 117 926 4740
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