Cirencester Friends Meeting House

Built in 1673, Cirencester Meeting House is one of the oldest meeting houses in the world. Once visited by the founder of the society, George Fox and also by William Penn (founder of Pennsylvania).
The meeting house retains many of its original architectural features and has a small library of ancient books. The building is a haven for peace and worship.
Visitors can have a tour of the building and burial ground/garden, meet Quakers and learn about the turbulent history of The Religious Society of Friends. On Saturday from 11.30- 1.00pm.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

11.30am - 1.00pm

Location & directions

Quaker Meeting House, 53 Thomas Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2BA

Contact on day:

Jane Talbot

Telephone number:

+447769974521

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The floors are of stone and uneven throughout and the path to the building is slippery when wet. There is a ramp and handrail to the meeting room for wheelchairs but the uneven floor means that it can be a tripping hazard.

Additional information

There is no allocated parking for the meeting house and visitors are advised to make use of the town car parks and visit us on foot or bicycle.

Est. tour duration:

0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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