Nebo Chapel, Hirwaun

Nebo was established in the early 19th century, when the Hirwaun ironworks were in operation[1] At that time a number of members of the Independents, the Calvinistic Methodists and the Baptists lived in the village of Hirwaun.

[2] This was used until 1830, when, following a revival which drew many additional members and listeners, a larger chapel was required.

[2] In early 1836, John Davies of Llantrisant became minister at both Ebenezer and Nebo, and he remained until 1840, when he moved to Mynyddbach, near Swansea.

[4] A number of ministers officiated at his funeral, including Thomas Rees of Swansea.

[4] During the Revival of 1904-05, the leading evangelist Evan Roberts visited Hirwaun and services were held at several chapels, including Nebo, The chapel was said to be full at 9.00 a.m. and the congregation remained in the crowded building until Roberts finally arrived in later afternoon.