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Bellringing
at Hambleden and Turville
What is Bellringing?
Bellringing is a
traditional English art form where bells are rung in mathematical patterns,
known as ‘methods.' It’s a rewarding team activity — mentally stimulating,
physically engaging, and socially enriching. Many ringers participate as their
contribution to church life; others simply enjoy the challenge and the sound. No
musical ability is needed, just a willingness to learn. Ringers range in age
from around 10 years old up to eighties and beyond!
Special Occasions & Weddings:
Bellringing for weddings,
funerals, anniversaries, and celebrations is available. The bells provide a
joyful and traditional sound after the service. Contact us to arrange ringing
for your event.
Hambleden
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The Bells of Hambleden: Our
oldest bell, the 'Agincourt Bell,' dates back to the Battle of Agincourt
(1415). We have a ring of eight bells, the tenor (largest) weighing just
over 11 cwt (~600 kg). Three of the bells go back to the 18th century, all
rehung on modern fittings in the 20th century.
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When We Ring:
Practice Nights:
Fridays, 6:45-8:00 PM (Learners from 6:30)
Sunday Services: Hambleden ring
for the 11:00 AM service, from 10:30 for 25 minutes
(Normally the 2nd and 4th Sunday of
the month)
Contact: Tower
Captain Hambleden : Jon Boughton hambleden@ebsb.odg.org.uk
Turville
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The Bells of Turville: St
Mary’s in Turville has a ring of six bells. The three original bells date
from 1628 and 1744. The fourth and fifth bells (called Justice and
Peace) were added in 1997 to mark the millennium, and the sixth (Annie) was
added in 2018. The heaviest bell weighs just over 7 cwt (~400 kg).
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Practice & Service Times:
Practice Nights: Turville hosts
practices on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM for 90 minutes, learners at 5.30
Sunday Services: Turville ring
at 9:00 AM for 30 minutes before the 9:30 service on every third
Sunday of the month
Contact: Tower
Captain: Rachel Wallace rachel@markjwallace.com
Visitors & Learners
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Visitors: Visiting
ringers are warmly welcome at either tower. Please contact us in advance to
join a practice or service.
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Learn to Ring: Bellringing
is open to everyone - any age from around 10 years old to 90! It’s
accessible and offers a rewarding lifelong hobby keeping both mind and body
fit. Come to a Hambleden Friday practice or a Turville Wednesday session to
see how its done, or contact us to arrange a taster.
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Contact -
Tower Captain Turville : Rachel Wallace rachel@markjwallace.co
Tower Captain Hambleden : Jon Boughton hambleden@ebsb.odg.org.uk
Practical
Details
Contact
Information
For weddings, learning to
ring, visiting, or other enquiries:
Jon Boughton
Tower Captain, St Mary’s Hambleden
hambleden@ebsb.odg.org.uk
Rachel Wallace
Tower Captain, St Mary’s Turville
rachel@markjwallace.com
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