Gadlys Chapel, Aberdare

Gadlys Chapel, Aberdare was a Baptist chapel in Railway Street, Gadlys, Aberdare, and was formed as a branch of Calfaria, Aberdare

Early History

The cause began in 1858 as a Sunday School held in various houses until a schoolroom was built and opened on 6 February 1859.[1] 49 members were released from Calfaria, Aberdare to form the new chapel at Gadlys, which was built in 1864 on land leased from Dr J.L. Roberts of Gadlys Uchaf Estate.[1] The architect was Thomas Joseph and the building cost £675.[1] The first Baptism had taken place on 5 April 1863.

Benjamin Evans at Gadlys

The minister from 1876 until his death in 1900 was Benjamin Evans, known as the 'Bishop of Gadlys'.

Twentieth Century

In 1911 the membership stood at 195 although the chapel could seat 600. A new organ was installed in 1940.[1]

Later History

The chapel closed in 1980 and was later concerted into flats.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Jones. Chapels of the Cynon Valley. p. 115.

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