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Handbell Ringers of Great Britain
The aim of the Society is 'to advance, provide and encourage for the public benefit the art of hand bell tune ringing in all its forms'. The Society presents to its members a wide range of activities and music designed to show the many aspects of hand bell tune ringing. They are organised into 8 regions giving access to a nationwide network of groups of hand ringers from all walks of life and of varying abilities. Each region holds rallies where teams have the chance to ring individually or to combine to ring the same piece of music in 'massed' ringing. Workshops are also organised in the regions for teams to try out other ringing methods or techniques. In addition, an annual rally is held. [Research and observations associated with the Council Library Certificates Collection by Chris Ridley.]
founded 1967 [Research and observations associated with the Council Library Badge Collection by Chris Ridley.]
Place of Birth: Derby Began ringing at: Acle, Norfolk First peal tower: Halvergate, Norfolk Towers: Subsequently attached to Great Yarmouth, Newcastle upon Tyne Cathedral, St Albans Cathedral, Chester le Street. Location mentioned in obituary: Chester-le-Street Location mentioned in obituary: St Albans Abbey
Ancient Society of College Youths Central Council of Church Bellringers Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Association University of London Society
