Castleton Methodist Church

	Castleton is in the Peak National Park and the Methodist Church is situated on the main road out of the village towards Blue John Cavern. Visitors are most welcome to share in worship with us or come to any of the events. Castleton Church was built in 1898 at a cost of £2,000. The builder being Mr Albert Wheat. It has beautiful woodwork and excellent acoutics. The opening service on June 23 was conducted by Rev C.H. Kelly, ex President of Methodist Conference. In the 1930's the beautiful window of the Good Shepherd was donated by J.A. Stead, a Sheffield Cutler.
Adjoining the Church is the Walker Community Room. An attractive venue for church and community events. An excellent and well equiped kitchen is also available.The Blue John Font and Cross were presented to the church on the 50th Anniversary by Mr John Walker.
Events in the Walker Room Art Group - Every Monday at 2pm Drop in Centre - Tuesday in the Walker Room 11-16 years 7pm - 9pm Fellowship - First Wednesday in the month at 2pm Tea Dance - Third Wednesday at 2pm, come and join Jane's music and singing Prayer group - Thursdays at 10am Storykeepers - Children's After School Club, for any child of primary school age, Thursdays at 3.30pm Photgraphic Society - Second Thursday in the month at 7.30pm Historical Association - Third Thursday in the month at 7.30pm	Dates for your Diary April 17th - Palm Sunday - Walking Witness starting at St. Edmunds Church at 10.45am Saturday June 11th 7.30pm return visit of Offerton Summer Concert by special request. An Evening you will all enjoy. Come andjoin us.
The Walker Room is available for bookings The facilities have been enjoyed by many groups for away days, students, art and photographic exhibitions. Contact: Miss Sheial Reynolds tel: 01433 620670 or Email