The ‘stump bed’ is typical of the time and currently on show in the Best Chamber.
The holes show where ropes would have supported the straw mattress.
This ‘Bolton Quilt’ shown was made by the Bolton sisters of Oxford, with whom John stayed on his travels.
If you would like a taste of what it is like inside the
'My favourite item' by Keith Abel - Guide 'My favourite object in the
‘My Favourite Room’ by Keith Drakes - Guide 'In Jeffreys Chamber we ask
1800
This wonderful portrait of Samuel Wesley is part of our collection and is
Epworth Old Rectory,
1 Rectory Street, Epworth,
North Lincolnshire
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