by Site Editor | Oct 22, 2018 | Guild News, 10-bell Competition
For over 400 years, change ringing has been a unique feature of the British soundscape. While most countries in the world have church bells, none are rung in Britain’s very distinctive fashion. In the last 8 months, bellringing has been revived at St...
by Site Editor | Oct 13, 2018 | Guild News, 6-bell competition
Weaverham (Mid Branch) won the 2018 Guild 6-bell striking competition at Thurstaston St. Bartholomew (6, 6-2-15) on 13th October 2018. Thanks to judges Neil and Anne Westman. Also to local tower captain Peter Robson and his team for making the event a success. —...
by Site Editor | Aug 31, 2018 | Editor's News
The fine 1923 Gillett and Johnston bells of Glossop All Saints Parish Church in Old Glossop, have recently undergone refurbishment by TLB Services. The 1830’s wooden frame, thought to be a Harrison frame, has been preserved with structural galvanised steel...
by Site Editor | Aug 28, 2018 | South Cheshire Branch News, In Memoriam
I am sad to report the death of a former Nantwich ringer, Robert (Bob) Greenwood. The funeral is to be Thursday 6th September at 1.30pm. If anyone can help with ringing before the service, it would be greatly appreciated. Mary Stanwell.
by Site Editor | Aug 19, 2018 | South Cheshire Branch News, In Memoriam
I am sad to have to tell you that Michael Orme passed away 17th August 2018 after a short illness. Anne Orme is planning to organise a celebration of Mike’s life and will give us details in due course. Mike was a great guy and good friend to me. His contribution to...
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