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Box Tree Cottage, Wall, Gwinear, Cornwall. Late 1800s
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Box Tree Cottage, Wall, Gwinear, Cornwall. Late 1800s
View of the thatched cottage, Box Tree Cottage, where John Wesley, the Methodist preacher, slept when he visited Wall in 1743. The Methodist Chapel is in the background. A group of people, including a pony and trap, are in the foreground. Photographer: Probably Samuel John Govier
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Media ID 15403874
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This print takes us back in time to the late 1800s, capturing a picturesque scene of Box Tree Cottage in Wall, Gwinear, Cornwall. The thatched cottage stands proudly as the focal point of this image, its charm and history evident in every detail. It is here that John Wesley, the renowned Methodist preacher, found rest during his visit to Wall in 1743. As we gaze upon this snapshot from the past, our eyes are drawn beyond the cottage towards the background where we catch a glimpse of the Methodist Chapel. This humble place of worship serves as a reminder of the profound influence Wesley had on this community and his lasting legacy. Intriguingly, our attention is also captured by a group of people gathered near the foreground. Among them stands a pony and trap—a common mode of transportation during those times—adding an element of movement and life to this still frame. The photographer behind this remarkable piece is believed to be Samuel John Govier—an individual whose talent for capturing moments has allowed us to travel through time and witness glimpses into Cornwall's rich history. This print not only serves as a visual delight but also offers us an opportunity to reflect upon days gone by when faith played an integral role in shaping communities like Wall. Let it transport you back centuries ago and immerse yourself in the beauty and significance held within these ancient walls.
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