rev james (jimmy) butterworth and clubland

Looked to attract young people to church. Set up Clubland in Walworth in the 1920s. A crusading voice for club work within Methodism.

His youth work approach involved four elements: Young people deserved good quality facilities.

There should be a strong emphasis on participation and involvement in the governance of the club or group.

Members should make an adequate contribution to the cost of the facility.

All members should take their part in the life of the church. 'Church loyalty' and 'all-round fitness'  were central aims.

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