The tin workers often used the building as a reading room, using the Bible in their endeavours to improve their moral outlook.
The building was often used as a meeting place for local Baptists and also for social events, including magic lantern slide shows and national elections.
The tinplate industry moved to the lower works, and over time the building and its grounds became the property of Dr Prell. He used the school room as his surgery and was followed in succession by Dr Thomas. The building was occupied as a surgery until 1968.