Lane Green and Bilbrook were originally 2 separate hamlets, and the Old Village Green on the corner of Bilbrook Road and Joey’s Lane was the original Bilbrook green. It was here that John Wesley came on at least 9 occasions to preach. The first of his visits was in April 1751. The painting below depicts Wesley preaching and is believed to be one of his visits to Bilbrook. The photograph shows the Old Green as it is today.