Bell Ringers
Bell ringing in St Oswald’s AshbourneSt Oswald’s has a ring of eight bells, the weight of which ranges from 14cwt (for the heaviest bell, called the tenor) to 5cwt ( for the smallest bell called the treble). The bells are unusual in that they are rung from the crossing at ground level, the ropes being 75 ft long with terylene tops to reduce their stretch and make for easier handling; A metal frame provides guides through which the ropes pass,which also helps to make handling the bells easier.
You can see you in operation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LB6dFAill0 Bell practice is on Wednesday evenings and anyone who would like to join the bell ringers, whether novice or experienced, is welcome to join us.
Jackie Burns, tel 370782, ej.burns@tiscali.co.uk Tower captain: Peter Dickinson 01335 418341 |