Epworth Old Rectory

Welcome

This impressive Grade 1 listed house was the childhood home of John and Charles Wesley, founders of the Methodist Movement. Built in 1709, Epworth Old Rectory will transport you back in time to discover their life and legacy. You are welcome to join us for a guided tour of the house and gardens or just explore at your leisure.

WE ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR THE WINTER SEASON – EXCLUDING PRE-BOOKED GROUP TOURS.

WE WILL REOPEN ON THE 1ST APRIL 2026

NEW for 2026

Become our new Gardener.

This exciting post is a key member of the Epworth Old Rectory team, responsible for caring for the historic grounds of the Old Rectory, cultivating plants in a historically sensitive way, keeping the whole garden area tidy and usable by visitors, managing and working with volunteers and being involved in the life of the Old Rectory. It is important that the Gardener works closely with our Volunteer team, who will help them to deliver the wide-ranging remit of this role.

If you are interested in applying have a look through the JOB DESCRIPTION and find out about HOW TO APPLY HERE

Become a Friend of Epworth Old Rectory

Join us us as a Friend who HELPS – Explore our new Friends packages

Borrow a Loan Box

If you are teaching pre-history, The Romans or Anglo-Saxons and Vikings this year then borrow one of our unique loan boxes for a Half-term for just £35. Plus explore more through one of our workshops or outreach sessions.

Explore John Wesley’s Physick Garden

Discover John Wesley’s book a Primitive Physick through our Walled Garden and new web pages that detail herbal remedies and ways to live well in the 18th century, some of which is still surprising relevant today (and not so much so!). Funded by The Royal Society.