Introduction
This is a place me and @JakeV50 had seen pictures of in the past so we decided to visit as part of our Wales trip back in May.
Information & History
This lovely rural chapel is marked on OS 2nd Edition Maps as Capel Beer-seba and is an example of many chapels in Wales that were built as part of the Welsh Congregational Independents. Many of these Chapels were built in both urban and rural areas varying in size.
This particular chapel was originally constructed in 1805 and was later rebuilt in 1843. It is an example of Vernacular architecture which in simple terms is a building constructed of local materials. The chapel was thought to have become derelict at some point in 2002 and thankfully, it has avoided any signs of vandalism mainly due to its remote location.
The chapel consists of the main room of worship with a beautiful organ and many of the remaining features are intact. To the rear there is a small two-story building attached with some sheep bones scattered across the floor, hence its nickname 'Dead Sheep Chapel'.
The Explore
There is some lovely natural decay here and I really enjoyed photographing this little place. Unfortunately, there are no proper parking opportunities for a good mile or so we opted for the ‘dump it on the side of the road’ method. Not ideal as it is on an A-road but the car was still in one piece upon our return. I also completely forgot to get some closer shots of the sheep bones.
Anyway, onto the photos:
The Chapel in December 2002, shortly after its closure:
Considering it has laid derelict for over two decades it has fared pretty well.
The old organ:
An overview shot, I liked the old hanging light fixtures and the decay on the walls. It's a shame some of the pews are looking a bit worse for wear now though.
Some peel in the building out the back:
Plaque on the external wall on one side:
Thanks for looking!
This is a place me and @JakeV50 had seen pictures of in the past so we decided to visit as part of our Wales trip back in May.
Information & History
This lovely rural chapel is marked on OS 2nd Edition Maps as Capel Beer-seba and is an example of many chapels in Wales that were built as part of the Welsh Congregational Independents. Many of these Chapels were built in both urban and rural areas varying in size.
This particular chapel was originally constructed in 1805 and was later rebuilt in 1843. It is an example of Vernacular architecture which in simple terms is a building constructed of local materials. The chapel was thought to have become derelict at some point in 2002 and thankfully, it has avoided any signs of vandalism mainly due to its remote location.
The chapel consists of the main room of worship with a beautiful organ and many of the remaining features are intact. To the rear there is a small two-story building attached with some sheep bones scattered across the floor, hence its nickname 'Dead Sheep Chapel'.
The Explore
There is some lovely natural decay here and I really enjoyed photographing this little place. Unfortunately, there are no proper parking opportunities for a good mile or so we opted for the ‘dump it on the side of the road’ method. Not ideal as it is on an A-road but the car was still in one piece upon our return. I also completely forgot to get some closer shots of the sheep bones.
Anyway, onto the photos:
The Chapel in December 2002, shortly after its closure:
Considering it has laid derelict for over two decades it has fared pretty well.
The old organ:
An overview shot, I liked the old hanging light fixtures and the decay on the walls. It's a shame some of the pews are looking a bit worse for wear now though.
Some peel in the building out the back:
Plaque on the external wall on one side:
Thanks for looking!
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