Epworth Old Rectory was built in 1709 to replace the earlier Rectory which had burned down earlier that year. John Wesley was then aged 5 and was rescued at the last minute from the fire. This was the childhood home for John and Charles Wesley and their siblings. This was where they had their earliest education from their remarkable mother, Susanna and their father Samuel, who often struggled with life in Epworth. It is a fascinating house with a fascinating story. There is also a physic garden containing the plants John Wesley used in his ‘Primitive Physic’ – home-spun cures for people who had little access to professional medical care. We have a schools programme, catering available, special events and a shop. There are costumes that children can wear!
Access Information: Ground floor accessible for wheelchair users (unfortunately first and second are not accessible), disabled toilets, guide dogs are welcome and disabled parking can be arranged at the front of the house.
One free child for every full paying adult. How to Redeem: Present your Max Card on arrival. Terms and Conditions: • Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
• Family ticket admits two adults and three children.
