Union Chapel

Union Chapel is a non-conformist chapel located on Church Road in Combe Down, built in 1815 and altered in 1880 and 1909. The chapel is constructed from limestone ashlar and features slate roofs. The main structure has a plain gabled design, with a later gabled hall range added to the right around 1900.

The exterior of the chapel includes a small arched light above the cornice at the gable, and tall segmental headed lights flanking a central porch. This porch is adorned with pilasters, a deep frieze, and a cornice, with a raised blocking course at the center above a pair of panelled doors. The second gable features a lean-to porch with cambered arch lights flanking a flush panelled door with a fanlight. To the left of the main front, there is a later flat-roofed extension that matches the porch. The gables are raised and coped, while the rear has two-light pointed windows and a small rose window.

Inside, the chapel includes pews and south-facing windows, with one original window retaining 15mm ovolo moulded glazing bars. The ceiling features a circular grille with a moulded plated frame.

Historically, this chapel was established to serve the artisanal community of Combe Down, reflecting a common practice of its time. The term "union" refers to the mix of Baptists, Independents, and Wesleyans who worshipped here. Extensive repairs were made in 1880, during which the box pews were removed. Originally, a schoolroom was located to the right, with a larger one added to the left in 1891 and further enlarged in 1909. The adjoining burial ground was in use from 1828 to 1916.