Primitive Methodist Church

The Primitive Methodist Church was in Darling Street, Redan.

History
In March 1886 a plan was devised to clear the church's debts: "In order to clear off a debt of £40 on the Skipton street Primitive Methodist Church, the officers have requested Mr C. E. Jones, M.L.A., to deliver three lectures in aid of a fund for that purpose. Mr Jones having consented, the committee chose as the three lectures those on “General Grant,” 'Lincoln and Garfield,” and “ The Mormons.” The lectures will probably be delivered next week; and the well-known ability of the lecturer should secure audiences that will more than wipe off the debt."

In November 1887 the church held a fund raising sale: "The sale of gifts in the Skipton street Hall, in aid of the Primitive Methodist Church, was continued yesterday afternoon and evening. The Ballarat Christian Brass Band performed selections of sacred music. The sale will be brought to a close this evening. In order to clear off the goods large reductions have been made in the prices, and this evening no reasonable offer will be refused. To prevent overcrowding a small charge will be made for admission, but this will be returned on purchases. During the evening an entertainment will be given, consisting of songs, solos, and choruses."

A new weatherboard church was built in 1889, by Richard Alexander Dixon: "NEW PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH, REDAN. LAYING THE CORNER BLOCK. The ceremony of laying the corner block of the new Primitive Methodist Church, Darling street, Redan, was performed by the Mayor of the City (Cr Little) in the presence of a fairly large assemblage. The structure, which will be of weatherboard, will be 40 feet x 30 feet, and capable of seating about 200 persons. The interior will be boarded, and a handsome rostrum will be constructed. The cost is expected to reach about £500. The architects for the church are Messrs Figgis and Molloy, who have prepared plans for a very neat little building. The contractors are—building, Mr R. A. Dixon; plumbing; Mr Ramsay; painting, Mr Ludbrook; seating, Mr Beckman. It is expected that the church will be ready for occupation by about the middle of December."