by Ade Bowen | Aug 4, 2019 | Mid Cheshire Branch News, BRF, BRF Grappenhall
The new ring of ten bells for Grappenhall, cast by John Taylor & Co earlier this year, were delivered to the church on Friday 5th July and placed on display in the church for visitors to see alongside their new wheels. The 6th bell of the new ring was donated by...
by Ade Bowen | Jun 11, 2019 | Mid Cheshire Branch News, BRF, BRF Grappenhall
The new ring of ten has been cast, tuned, and have been test-assembled in the frame at the bellhanger’s. Electrical work has recommenced in the tower, and preparations are underway for the arrival of the bells in late June. A video of the bells being sounded...
by Ade Bowen | Jun 7, 2019 | Guild News, BRF, BRF General
At the June meeting of the Executive Committee, the following applications for a grant from the Guild BRF were successful: Chester Cathedral for replacement clappers; Christleton for clapper refurbishment and roller box replacement Hyde for clapper refurbishment;...
by Ade Bowen | May 22, 2019 | Guild News, In Memoriam
Basil Jones, a past Master of the Guild, passed away on May 7th. Although he had lived in Hertford for many years he spoke fondly of his time in the Chester Guild and ringing at Hazel Grove.Basil’s funeral will be at St Mary, Hertingfordbury on Thursday 30 May at 2.00...
by Ade Bowen | Apr 26, 2019 | Mid Cheshire Branch, Competitions, Mid Cheshire Branch News, 6-bell competition
A sunny day in the charming village of Weaverham was the background for the Mid-Branch’s 6-bell competition, which was a little different to normal this year. Two competitions were run simultaneously: the usual 6-bell competition (referred to as the Experienced...
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