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Heston

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Heston — a methodist chapel in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Typical visit
20 min–45 min
  • Free entry

About

Heston is a methodist chapel located in england-london, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the linked Wikipedia article for further details on its history, architecture and visiting information.

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Place summary

Heston is a chapel located in London. It serves as a place of worship and community gathering. The chapel's architectural style and historical significance contribute to its character within the urban landscape.

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Background

History

The village of Heston is north of Hounslow, and has been settled since Saxon times. It is first recorded as having a priest in the 7th century, though the present Anglican parish church dates to the 14th century. A charter of Henry II gives the name as Hestune, meaning "enclosed settlement", which is justified by its location in what was the Warren of Staines, between the ancient Roman road to Bath, and the Uxbridge Road to Oxford. Another suggested etymology is Anglo-Saxon Hǣs-tūn = "brushwood farm or settlement". Before 1229, Heston was part of the parish of Gistleworth (Isleworth) before being taken by Henry III, who subsequently granted it to the Earl of Cornwall. It covered until the…

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Coordinates
51.4852, -0.3788
District
Hounslow
Parish
Hounslow, unparished area
Postcode
TW5 0LG
Parliamentary constituency
Feltham and Heston

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Heston?
Heston is in London, United Kingdom (postcode TW5 0LG), in the parish of Hounslow, unparished area.
Is Heston free to visit?
Yes, Heston is free to enter.
How do I get to Heston?
Drivers can navigate to postcode TW5 0LG. It sits within the Feltham and Heston parliamentary constituency.