St Mary & St Giles Handbell Ringers

Our Handbells

We ring from a set of 37 Handbells (3 octaves) belonging to St. Mary and St. Giles Parish Church. Each bell plays a note, which corresponds to a number and we use the numbers to write the music. There are various ways of producing Handbell music, but this method suits our group the best.

Most people can ring a Handbell, no musical knowledge is required nor previous experience is necessary – but a sense of rhythm and a sense of humour are recommended! All the children at St. Mary and St. Giles Church of England Junior School get an opportunity to ring these bells. Some have gone on to be part of our team.

Throughout the year we have the chance to ring a full range of music and share it with others in churches, at gatherings, concerts, parties, and fetes. We enjoy the challenges of Handbell ringing - we may look serious while playing, but that is because great concentration is required - but we aim to have fun!

We practise in St. Mary & St. Giles Church School on Wednesday evenings from 6.30 – 7.15pm. If you would like to give handbell ringing a try, then please call Lesley Salter 01908 567404.

Our Pipe Organ Fund Concerts are listed on this website on the Events and Fundraising pages.