There is a ring of 8 bells at St Mary’s and were recast in 1927. The tenor bell, the heaviest, weighs 17cwt (882kg in new money!) and is inscribed: Henry Lewis Churchwarden 1735. The bells are rung from the floor of the church, in the choir area, so ringing must end and the bell ropes raised before the service can begin.
Our dedicated band of ringers, led by Tower Captain Mr Peter Harris, ring before our main Sunday services and for the special services throughout the year. They also travel to assist at other local churches who cannot muster enough ringers.
The bells are much in demand for weddings; if you would like book the ringers for your wedding please contact their Secretary, Mrs Barbara Lyne, on 01285 713148 or baa.lyne@gmail.com. Practices are held on Friday evenings between 7.30pm and 9pm.
Updated 17th February 2024