Chowbent gem on show (From Leigh Journal)

Chowbent gem on show

2:19pm Thursday 9th September 2010 in

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Atherton's oldest place of worship will be open to visitors for Heritage Weekend.

Chowbent Unitarian Chapel on Bolton Old Road will be open this weekend on Friday (September 10, 12noon-5pm), Saturday (Sep 11,10am-5pm) and Sunday (Sep 12, 12 noon to 5pm).

The present chapel dates back to 1721 and the first chapel 1645. In addition to the chapel being open, there will be a large display of memorabilia and archive material in the hall, where refreshments will be served.