Ely Methodist Church
| Ely Methodist Church | |
|---|---|
 Ely Methodist Church in Cardiff, Wales | |
| Location | Ely, Cardiff, Wales |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Methodist |
| History | |
| Status | Active |
| Architecture | |
| Style | Free Gothic with Arts and Crafts influences |
| Administration | |
| District | Cardiff Methodist Circuit |
Ely Methodist Church is a Grade II listed Methodist church in the Ely district of Cardiff, Wales. Built in 1911, the church is designed in a Free Gothic style with Arts and Crafts influences.[1]
History
[edit]The church was constructed in 1911 to serve the growing Methodist community in Ely, which expanded as a residential area of Cardiff in the early 20th century. The building reflects the architectural transition between Victorian ecclesiastical design and early 20th-century styles.[2]
Architecture
[edit]The church is noted for its Free Gothic design with Arts and Crafts elements. Key features include:
- Asymmetrical composition typical of Free Gothic design
- Arts and Crafts-influenced detailing in stonework and woodwork
- Pointed arch windows with decorative tracery
- Steeply pitched roofs
The interior retains original features, including joinery and decorative elements reflecting Arts and Crafts principles.
Listing
[edit]The building was listed Grade II by Cadw on 20 May 1975, recognizing its architectural and historical significance.
Current use
[edit]The church remains an active Methodist place of worship, part of the Cardiff Methodist Circuit.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Listed Buildings - Full Report - HeritageBill Cadw Assets - Reports". cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net. Retrieved 2025-04-14.
- ^ Stuff, Good. "Ely Methodist Church, Caerau, Cardiff". britishlistedbuildings.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-04-14.