Bracknell Uniting Church

In 1863 the first building used by the Methodist's was an old barn which measured 10 feet x 10 feet. The barn was also used as a Sunday School. It was destroyed during a very windy night.

The following article appeared in the Examiner newspaper on the 31st December 1864.

OPENING OF PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHAPEL AT BRACKKELL, LONGFORD STATION.

(From a Correspondent)

According to announcement, this Chapel was opened for divine service on Christmas Day, when two excellent sermons were preached by the Rev. J. Long lately arrived from Auckland,

New Zealand.

On Monday, the 20th, about noon, vehicles conveying friends might be seen approaching from all directions. At noon, a luncheon was provided, to which ample justice was done. As the Chapel would not nearly accommodate the large company present, it was decided to hold the Public Meeting in the open air. This meeting was presided over by Sir T. Edginton, of Launceston, and interesting; addresses were delivered by the Revs. W. Tranter, J. Long, W. H. Walton, and others. After prayer being offered, the company returned to the Chapel (and a large booth which had been erected for the occasion), where a splendid tea had been provided by the ladies, to which about 250 sat down, including children. The total cost of the Chapel, including purchase of more than 2 acres of land, (part of which is intended as a burial ground), is £130 2s. 2d., towards which £80 2s. 2d. has been raised by contributions, opening services, and proceeds of tea, leaving a debt of £50 on the premises, towards liquidating which some few pounds have since been

promised. On New Year's Day it is intended to open a sabbath school in connexion with the above place of worship, books for which, have been promised by Mr. Griffiths. A neat bible and hymn book for the pulpit have been presented by Mr. Dakin, of Launceston. The building committee take this opportunity of tendering their thanks to all those friends who have so nobly assisted them in erecting this place of worship, and humbly hope that it may prove a lasting blessing to the district.

On Good Friday 1922 Mr. Basil Archer laid he foundation stone for a new church, it was opened in August 1922 with a large congregation attending. Part of the old building formed the kitchen in the church hall.

In June 1977 the Methodist amalgamated under the banner of the Uniting Church of Australia.

It is now a private residence.

See also No. 1491