Welcome to the
fascinating world of bell ringing!
http://amershamringing.org.uk/
It may have originated here in the 16th century but it is still
very much a hidden, yet loved, part of English life. Church bells
rung in “scientific” fashion conjour up the joy of weddings and the
solemnity of remembrance and provide a characteristic back-drop to
English Sunday mornings in Old Amersham.
And at St Mary’s it isn’t a recording! There is a team of ringers
aged between 10 and 80 ringing to set sequences and patterns.
So, what is this pastime? It is music without an instrument to
carry around; logic without a maths teacher; team-work without
sides and community service without collecting tins. Come along and
see for yourself if you fancy having a go – sign up for your free
taster session at the Amersham Ringing website!
Copyright St Mary's Church Amersham 2011