John Wesley blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: John Wesley (1703-1791) Founder of Methodism. Visited Whitehaven on 25 occasions between 1749 and 1788 preaching in numerous outdoor and indoor venues including the Market Place, the Ginns and later, the town's first Methodist Chapel in Michael Street. From Whitehaven harbour, he made several visits to his followers in Ireland and the Isle of Man. Recorded plaque organisation: Whitehaven and District Civic Society, Cumbria Wesley Historical Society.

John Wesley was a prominent Anglican cleric and evangelist who founded Methodism, a major Christian movement within Protestantism. His frequent visits to Whitehaven highlight his extensive missionary efforts across Britain, contributing significantly to the spread of Methodist teachings.