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Gurnos Ind. Chapel, Gurnos Road, Ystalyfera
Below is a part extract from the Chapels database entry on this site
https://www.peoplescollection.wales/items/886541
"The Wesleyans and Independents worshipped together at Gurnos for 17 years, but in 1856 the Wesleyans, sold the chapel to the Independents for £194.
The Rev Benjamin Thomas was the first pastor here, by 1859 membership was 200. When the chapel was rebuilt they worshipped with the Wesleyans in Seion Chapel.
The Rev B Thomas resigned in 1884 after 26 years of service on health grounds. The Rev John Thomas came next in 1886. When the chapel was being extended in 1913, services were held in the Coliseum. ......"
The following text and *photographs were copied on 1 Dec 2010 from the the site of Rowland Jones (Chartered Surveyors) who are selling the property...............
"The property comprises a large two storey Chapel constructed in the 19th century The Chapel is not listed. Internally, the Chapel comprises an entrance lobby, congregational area with a first floor gallery, a vestry and kitchen facilities to the rear and W/C which is accessed externally. There is also a small forecourt to the front of the premises. The property has been for sale from at least April 2010
*NB. These photographs are the property of Rowland Jones (Chartered Surveyors)
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