Thomas Champness blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Champness Hall Opened 8th September 1925. This hall bears the name of Thomas Champness (1832-1905), a methodist minister and pioneer in lay training and community projects. His friend, Charles J.P. Heap founded the "Rochdale Mission" which was housed in this building, so named in commemoration of Champness. Regular worship sessions were held in the Art Deco auditorium, the centrepiece of the hall. Recorded plaque organisation: Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council.

Thomas Champness (1832-1905) was a Methodist minister pivotal in lay training and community projects; the Rochdale Mission, founded by his friend Charles J.P. Heap, honored him with this building's name for his contributions to religious education and social initiatives.