Come and learn to ring on Thursdays at 5pm. Or if you’re visiting and would like to join us, do come along. 

Bell ringing got off to a great start in early October, after a gap of fifteen years, and almost 20 people are currently learning. It's been wonderful to ring with Graham and Dennis, who bring continuity and community even after so long a gap. 

We had our first outing to another tower - Ambleside - which was so successful they've invited us back. We are now joining Ambleside regularly on Mondays at 7pm. Do come along even if you can't make the Grasmere practice, they are a friendly bunch and extremely welcoming. Whisper it quietly, it is even said, their bells are easier to ring than ours, making it a great place to learn.

We've hosted visiting ringers who are in the Lakes on holiday, and had master classes in bell handing from guest teachers, who travelled long distances to help us, for which we are extremely grateful. From instructions found on the internet, we've made silencers for all our bells so we can now practice without disturbing the peace. Individual sessions are now offered, to help consolidate new skills. 

In addition to bringing the bells to life and enjoying each other's company, we have begun ringing before the service on Sunday, when we can. We're also planning a programme of visits to other towers across the region, beginning next year, more details will follow.

If you'd like a go, have rung in the past, or are an active ringer, do come along on Thursdays at 5pm. We are all starting out so you'll be in good company even if it's brand new to you. Looking forward to ringing together, and please contact me if you want more information. Everyone is welcome!

Bellringing is fun and sociable and no special skills are required, come along and learn something new. For more information or to join the WhatsApp group for ongoing updates contact Kate O'Donoghue on [email protected]