What is recorded here
The public map records this plaque for Charles Wesley & Samuel Wesley. Its recorded inscription reads: Charles Wesley, hymnwriter, lived here 1749‒1771. Samuel Wesley, organist and composer, son of Charles, born here 1766
Charles Wesley was a key figure in the Methodist movement and wrote over 6,000 hymns, significantly influencing Protestant worship. Samuel Wesley, his son, became an eminent English organist and composer, contributing to classical music with his compositions and performances.
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