The Congregational Church, dates back to 1842 and maybe even earlier. The Church originally started in a house in Exeter Road which is still standing and called Trehill Lodge. Later the Church moved to a room behind the Bridge Inn or Bridge Cottages and it was during this period that is was officially recognised by the Congregational authority.
The church on this site was built by John Allen, who owned the paper mill, donated the land and in June 1868 the foundation stone was laid. The church was opened in June 1869, at the time there was no pulpit and music was played on a harmonium.
In more recent times, the church pews have been removed and replaced with comfortable chairs and smart carpet laid. The reception area has a glass partition making it suitable for smaller groups to meet.
The cache is not at the published cordinates which will take you to the church. You will need to gather some information here to find GZ which is just a short walk away.
A is the number of green crosses on the side gate
B is the number of window arches down either side of the church
C is the number of black hinges on the left front green door
The cache can be found at N50 23.(A+C)(A+B+C)B W003 55.(A-A)(B+B)(C+C)
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This cache is being released on the Church Micro 10th anniversary, FTF Honours go to all who find it on the 7th November 2017
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