Dr. Thomas Coke, who was the Church of England curate of the village in 1772-76 and went on to become an important figure in Methodism and one of the founders of the Wesleyan Missionary Society.

[3] The original scheme, which proposed raising £5,000 to build a new chapel, minister's house and two schools, was launched in 1875 under Rev.

[5] With the unresolved need for improved educational facilities, a schoolroom to accommodate approximately 200 children was included as part of the scheme.

Workman, placed the top stone on the spire of the church, as the building approached completion.

[6] The church opened for Divine worship on 24 August 1882 and a dedication service was held at midday in the presence of a large congregation and local ministers.

The front window's stained glass, created by Mr. Swaine Bourne of Birmingham, was gifted by Mrs. Masters of Devizes in memory of her father.

The polished steps are of Pibsbury stone, sourced from the quarries of Messrs. Bradford & Sons, and laid as a memorial to Rev.