Robert Collyer and Old Wesleyan Chapel, Ilkley blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Old Wesleyan Chapel. Built in 1834, a chapel until 1869. Ilkley's first museum 1882-1908, opened by Rev. Robert Collyer. A garage since 1914. Recorded plaque organisation: Ilkley Civic Society.

Rev Robert Collyer was a prominent local figure who played a key role in transforming the Old Wesleyan Chapel into Ilkley's first museum in 1882, significantly contributing to the town’s cultural heritage.