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Camden in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
 

John and Charles Wesley

 
 
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Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 25, 2026
1. John and Charles Wesley Marker
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West Street Chapel 1700

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John and Charles Wesley preached here frequently

Leased by Methodists 1743-1798

 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1700.
 
Location. 51° 30.785′ N, 0° 7.687′ W. Marker is in Camden, England, in Greater London. It is on West Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 24 West Street, Camden, England WC2H 9NA, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. Globally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Ivy (within shouting distance of this marker); Roger Keith ‘Syd’ Barrett (1946-2006) (within shouting distance of this marker); The Mousetrap (within shouting distance of this marker); John Logie Baird (within shouting distance of this marker); Earlham Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Seven Dials (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Palace Theatre (about 90 meters away); Sir John Gielgud (1904-2000) (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Camden.
 
Also see . . .
1. John Wesley (Wikipedia). Overview:
John Wesley (28 June [O.S. 17 June] 1703 – 2 March 1791) was an English cleric, theologian, and evangelist who was a principal
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leader of a revival movement within the Church of England known as Methodism. The societies he founded became the dominant form of the independent Methodist movement that continues to this day.
(Submitted on March 14, 2026.) 

2. Charles Wesley (Wikipedia). Overview:
Charles Wesley (18 December 1707 – 29 March 1788) was an English Anglican cleric and a principal leader of the Methodist movement. Wesley was a prolific hymnwriter who wrote over 6,500 hymns during his lifetime. His works include "And Can It Be", "O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing", "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today", "Love Divine, All Loves Excelling", the carol "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing", and "Lo! He Comes With Clouds Descending".
(Submitted on March 14, 2026.) 
 
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John and Charles Wesley Marker - wide view image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, February 25, 2026
2. John and Charles Wesley Marker - wide view
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on March 14, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 14, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on March 14, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
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Jun. 28, 2026