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Rung after meeting short for Major, Andrew J Holland kindly standing down. First peal of Minor on the bells.

Rung as a farewell to the Parish Priest, Fr L Martin Daniels, who has recently been inducted as Vicar of St Christopher & St Nicholas, Hawes Side, Blackpool.

With congratulations to Tom Metcalfe on being awarded an MBE, for services to bellringing in Cumbria.

Rung prior to the Thanksgiving Eucharist Service for the Reverend Francis Bernard Bruce, a very well thought of Rector of Croston 1961-1986, who died 13th December 2017, aged 87 years.

With the best wishes of the band to Mike Tompsett on his 70th birthday

First of 23 Spliced: 2,6

23rd peal of Smith's 23 Spliced: 3

950th peal and 650th for the Association: 3

Completes the Delight Major alphabet: 4

4 - First quarter on eight on an inside bell.

Rung to celebrate the 300th anniversary of Brennand's Endowed School, Slaidburn

3rd peal on the bells (cast 1843) and first since 1970

Rung half-muffled prior to Evening Prayer in memory of Jimmy Armfield CBE, a football legend and a true gentleman

For evensong.

50th together- 2,7

With best wishes to Willow Campling on her first birthday

Rung as an 80th birthday compliment to Robin A Merryweather.

700th peal - 2

150th together 1 and 4

A 65th Birthday compliment to the conductor.

Rung on the Feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple.

First Quarter Peal - Treble Ringer

300th different tower for a 10 bell peal - 10.

In celebration of our new 10-bell installation, the first Quarter Peal was rung on the back six on Confirmation Sunday and dedicated to those confirmed at this Church today, including one of our new ringers, Judith Scholz. Also with thanks to all those people and organisations whose support made the project possible.

A 90th birthday compliment to Revd C P R Wodeman, retired Vicar of this parish.

1st Quarter in the method - 5.

1st quarter of Major and of any Surprise method - 2!

Rung to commemorate Private John Lang Vogwill, Royal Army Medical Corps 32nd Stat. Hosp. Service No.24265, a LACR member and a ringer at this church, who died 100 years ago today aged 41. He is commemorated at Mombasa British Memorial, Kenya. Born 2nd quarter 1876. Son of Emma Vogwill (née Aggett, originally from Chagford, Devon) of Hoghton, Preston, Lancs, and the late John Vogwill (died February 1917). Emma Vogwill died in February 1918. Husband of Georgianna Vogwill (née Dye) of Newton St Faith's, Norwich, whom he married on 27/09/1906 at Holy Trinity, Hoghton. At the time of the 1911 census he was working as a domestic gardener. He died at sea of malaria and was buried at sea. Born: Preston, Lancs. Enlisted: Blackburn. Resided (1911 Census): Chapel Lane, Hoghton, Lancs.

Remembering Derek A Elliott, ringer of this Church for many years, who died 5th February 2018 and whose funeral took place at Middleton Crematorium yesterday.

Rung to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the rehanging of the bells in the Cathedral Church of St German

Rung on the back six by members of the regular Sunday service band. A farewell to Fr L Martin Daniels and a thanks for his work on establishing this peal of bells.

Rung in thanksgiving for the life of Christine Andrew who died on Sunday 18th February following a long battle with cancer.

With many fond memories of Christine Andrew, 22 November 1946 - 18 February 2018.

Included in Christine's 1,111 peals were 32 at Heywood and 93 of Bristol Surprise Major.

Local Heywood tower captain John P Partington is closely associated with this peal, as the person who first introduced Christine to both church bell-ringing and handbell tune-ringing.

Rung with the bands best wishes to celebrate the birth of Elin Grace Austin, a daughter to Sam and Sian Austin.

Also a birthday compliment to Jack Bendrey.

100th together: 6 & 7

Rung to mark the occasion of the Baptism of Elouise Margaret Chapman, Granddaughter of 4, this coming Sunday 25th February 2018.

Rung by ringers from the Bilsborrow Thursday practice.

Rung in fond memory of Christine Andrew, who rang her first peal at this tower on 5th June 1963.

In thanksgiving and to celebrate the Ministry of Canon Dr. Rod Garner, Vicar at Holy Trinity, Southport, Honorary Canon of Liverpool Cathedral and Diocesan Theological Advisor and for the help and support of Christine. Wishing them a long, healthy and fruitful retirement.

2000th Peal - 12.

With many fond memories of Christine Andrew, her 1,111 peals included 15 on these bells.

First quarter peal for the third ringer.

Rung for the 80th birthday of the treble ringer

Rung prior to Evensong in memory of L/Cpl. George Leach, a resident of St. Annes who lost his life on 2/2/1918 whilst serving his country during WW1. Also in celebration of the life of Robert “Robin” Singleton, a former ringer, who will be received into Church this evening, ahead of his funeral tomorrow.

1st Q of Minor: 2 & 5

60th Birthday compliment to Barry Hale.

Also, to celebrate the birth of Naomi Alice Shaw, niece of David Ramsbottom (5).

Rung for the Wigan Branch Quarter Peal Week.

300th peal together: 4,10

Specially arranged as a 60th Birthday compliment to Liz Turner.

First Quarter Peal on the newly installed 10 bells.

Also in celebration of the recent Diamond Wedding Anniversary of Tower Captain Terry Williams and his wife Barbara and to recognise the enormous amount of work that Terry put into the augmentation project.

1st on 10 - 1

350th together 3 & 6.

Liz's 60th Birthday Day Out 2 of 2.

First of Major - 3

First quarter peal: 1.

Rung for the Wigan Branch Quarter Peal Week.

In memory of Barbara Salmons, who taught Lee to ring in Portsmouth in 1993

Liz's 60th Birthday Day Out 1 of 2

500th peal: 5.

First peal in the method.

Uppermill Treble Place Royal &-30-14-12-10-14-10-12-10-7890-90,12

Rung in memory of Pte. Harry Millett, son of John Millett, former ringer at this tower, who died at the Somme on 21 March 1918 and is commemorated at the Pozieres Memorial

First peal in the method

Pozieres Alliance Major: -3-456-256-6-34-45-1 lh12 (c)

Happy 7th birthday to Erin Campling

First peal of Bristol on the bells (installed 1830)

900th peal together: 4,7

Rung after Morning Service in memory of seven residents of St. Annes who lost their lives whilst serving their country during WW1: Pte. Charles Heyworth (23/3/1918), Pte. James Knowles (23/3/1918), Pte. Frank Bamford (24/3/1918), Pte. Thomas Faulkner (24/3/1918), 2nd Lt. William Muirhead (28/3/1918), Pte. Wilfred Salisbury (28/3/1918) and 2nd Lt. James Bowden (30/3/1918).

For evensong

Has 'circled' the tower to peals - 1

Dedicated to the memory of John P Partington, who passed away earlier this morning, RIP

Rung to mark the centenary of the formation of the Royal Air Force

For Easter, and for the 50th anniversary of the dedication of these bells (by the Lord Bishop of Manchester on March 31st 1968).

Also remembering John P Partington of Heywood, who passed away yesterday.

Rung to celebrate the marriage of Martha Jones and Daniel Booth.

Rung for Easter in the 190th anniversary year of the casting of the bells.

1st Peal rung on these bells since 1981.

1st as conductor in 24 years, 6.

300th peal for the Lancashire Association, 5.

1st mixed Peal, 2

70th together: 2 & 4.

Rung in loving memory of our dear friend John Partington.

65th together: 1 & 4.

25th together: 1 & 2.

1750th peal: Ian K Bushell.

F’t weddin’ of Hayley Dewhurst and Matthew Warburton, which took place in this church shortly after the peal. With the congratulations and best wishes of the rest of the band.

First Spliced Plain & Little Bob: 8.

In fond memory of John P Partington 9.9.1934 - 31.3.2018, a true stalwart of Lancashire ringing, 65 years a member of the Association and 57 years tower captain at St Luke's, Heywood

Remembering Janet Bailey, Mother to Philip on the 3rd anniversary of her passing.

In memory of Donald L Mills whose first peal as conductor was on these bells in 1953.

Also remembering Dennis R Allcock whose final peal was on these bells on 21st November 2014.

Rung to commemorate Lance Bombardier Thomas Clayton MM, Hoghton, Lancashire. Died 09/04/1918 age 31. Royal Garrison Artillery 157th Siege Bty. Service No.66322. Commemorated at Ploegsteert Memorial, Belgium, Panel 1. One of seven children; six surviving at the 1911 census. Son of the late James Clayton and the late Sarah Jane Clayton of Hoghton, Lancs. At the time of the 1911 census, he was working in the local cotton mill as an overlooker. Born: Hoghton, Lancs. Enlisted: Blackburn. Resided (1911 Census): Riley Green, Hoghton, and it is believed he later moved to Hadleigh, Suffolk.

A practice night in memory of our Tower Captain John P Partington, a ringer at this church from 2nd January 1952 until 12th March 2018 who passed away 31st March 2018.

In memory of Donald L Mills who has very recently died and who granted permission for this peal.

Rung after meeting short for major, John J Proudfoot kindly standing down.

A 70th birthday compliment to John J Proudfoot.

First peal on the bells since 1992

In loving memory of our dear friend John P Partington a supporter of Rochdale practices over many years. On the day of his funeral at St Luke's Heywood. Local ringers Alan Stancliffe, Julie King, Jane Giles and Angela Collins would like to be associated with this ringing. "Called home to rest at last..."

Rung as a 70th Birthday compliment to Diana Piper, wife of Martin, local ringer.

A thanksgiving for the life of John P Partington, 9 Sept 1934 - 31 March 2018, rung immediately after his funeral service in this church. John rang on these bells for over 66 years and had been tower captain since 1961. Remembered by all with affection and respect.

Geoffrey S Mills and Ian G Mills wish to be associated with this peal.

First peal in the method

Partington Alliance Major: -3-4-256-6-2-5.34.5 lh 12 (f)

Rung in fond memory of John P Partington, a former member of this peal band. John rang his final peal here at Middleton on 8th October 2004.

First peal on 8 and first peal inside: 3.

Rung in solidarity with the people of France and Notre Dame

6 1st quarter and dedicated to his 34th wedding anniversary. 2 1st as conductor.

For the installation of Rev'd Dr Chris Bracegirdle as Vicar of this parish (18/4/2018).

Rung in honour of the birth of a son to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Rung for the installation of the new Vicar.

Rung to celebrate the birth of a son to The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Also, a birthday compliment to Mrs. Shirley Vernon.

Circled the tower to peals: 1

Rung as a 92nd Birthday compliment to H.M. the Queen and Joe Thornley, former tower captain at this Church.

Welcome to the new Vicar, Rev. Lucie Lunn.

Rung prior to Evening Prayer and in memory of ten residents of St. Annes who lost their lives whilst serving their Country during WW1: Cpl. Joseph Duckworth (9/4/1918), Cpl. Robert Greaves MM (9/4/1918), Pte. Charles Steeden (9/4/1918), Pte. Gerald Singleton (13/4/1918), 2nd Lt. Norman King (18/4/1918), Pte. William Wardman (20/4/1918), L/Cpl. John Christal (22/4/1918), Gunner Robert Cartmell (25/4/1918), Sapper Herbert Pickup (25/4/1918) and Pte. Harold Sharrock (28/4/1918).

1st QP of Minor: 4 & 5

First quarter of surprise minor – 2 and 4.

Rung to celebrate the birth on 23 April 2018 of HRH Prince Louis Arthur Charles of Cambridge.

During LACR Lancaster Branch quarter peal month.

Rung on the front six immediately following the Royal Society of St. George Service. First quarter peal of Surprise Minor on an inside bell: 3 & 4. By a joint Blackburn town centre band.

Rung to Welcome HRH Prince Louis of Cambridge, born 23rd April 2018.

First of Spliced 7.

In Memory of Second Lieutenant Charles Frederick Saunders, a ringer at Miles Platting, Manchester. Died 18/04/1918 age 25. Sherwood Foresters (Notts and Derby Regiment) 2nd Bn. Commemorated at Haringhe (Bandaghem) Military Cemetery, Belgium, Grave I F 6.

A muffled peal was rung to his memory at Miles Platting on 04/05/1918.

First peal in the method

Miles Platting D Royal

-3-4-56-6-34-5-36-1-34-9 le 12

100th Quarter Peal: 3.

To give thanks and to celebrate the ministry of Reverend Philip Green, and his wife Jan, for 20 years service to the church and community. Wishing them a long, happy and healthy retirement.

Rung in memory of Elspeth Stears, who died in May 2015. Also for the 70th birthday of the treble ringer.

1: First quarter peal.

Rung immediately prior to the installation of the Revd. Canon Dr. Sue Jones as the 8th Dean of Liverpool Cathedral.

For the monthly Choral Evensong.

To celebrate Scorton Bikes and Barrows Festival today.

In commemoration of the centenary of the death of Private William Brierley, Machine Gun Corps (infantry) Service Number 125807, a ringer at this Church.

He died aged 29, on 8th May 1918. Commemorated at Rochdale Cemetery.

500th peal together: 2,5

To mark the birthdays of Jan and Tom White.

Rung on the back six in memory of Rev. James Haslam.

100th together : 7 and 10.

Rung to celebrate the forthcoming wedding of HRH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Rung as a birthday compliment to Geoff Sumner.

The number of changes is significant!

First quarter peal on the treble for Geoff.

For Royal Wedding

Rung at the request of the Dean and Chapter to celebrate the wedding of Prince Harry and Megan Markle.

1st of Maximus - 6,8

First peal: 1

Rung for the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry & Meghan Markle.

Also in memory of J.M.Brook, father of 3.

First peal on these bells since the 2015 restoration.

Rung with the best wishes of the Blackburn ringers in Celebration of the Royal Wedding of HRH Prince Harry & Meghan Markle.

A farewell and good luck to the 4th ringer, who is leaving for London.

To celebrate the wedding yesterday of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, their Royal Highnesses the Duke & Duchess of Sussex.

No 3, first in method.

Treble First 720 Attempt,

To Commemorate The Spirit of Manchester for the first anniversary of the Arena Bomb

#spiritofmanchester

Rung in memory of Victor Gethin, a lifelong member of St John's Church and Church Warden for over 20 years, who died 11th March 2018, aged 68. RIP.

For evensong

1,000th peal: 5

With best wishes for a long and happy retirement to Rev Howard Pask, vicar of Heptonstall 2003-2018, in appreciation of his support for our ringing activities throughout this period, including the refurbishment and rehanging of the bells in 2012. Also, with the best wishes of the rest of the band to Brian Owen on his 70th birthday.

With best wishes to Helen Wilson (Ashley's sister) and Daniel Lenz, to be married at Holmes Mill, Clitheroe on Saturday 2 June.

Rung in memory of James Jackson Hughes, who died 100 years ago today of injuries sustained whilst fighting in North East France during World War I.

A “Grandparents“ Quarter to celebrate the arrival of Isaac Henry Deane (14/11/17), a grandson for 5, Lysander Henry Wilson-Barry (29/3/18), a grandson for 4 and Rory Henry Aitken (21/5/18), a grandson for 1 & 6. Rung during the baby shower for the upcoming arrival of a granddaughter for 3. Deo Gratias.

For evensong

1:1st Major, 2:1st in method.

Rung to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the ordination of Canon Paul Warren, Priest in charge of Silverdale St John's (not ringer of 5)

A 12th birthday compliment to Harry Keinzley, grandson of 5.

1st quarter in method, 2,3 & 6

Following playing of the Last Post, two minutes silence, and Reveille at the war memorial, this half-muffled quarter peal was rung to commemorate the lives of the following men from Dalton-in-Furness who died on the 15th June during WWI:

Tom Bell (a bellringer at this church, aged 24),

Thomas Patrick Blake (40),

John Thomas Brocklebank (21),

Wilfred Clark (24),

Joseph Hillyard Hall (34),

Joseph Lamb (20),

Richard Newsham (21),

Edward Nicholson (27),

Frank Postlethwaite (29),

Richard Henry Prisk (19),

George Quayle (32),

Philip Connolly Roberts (30)

50th Birthday Compliment to 3rd Ringer.

Rung for Fathers Day.

* First quarter of Spliced Major.

The Quarter was rung to celebrate the birth of Thomas James Blackley on 11th June 2018, Great nephew of 4.

For Evensong, in lieu of the scheduled branch quarter peal

Rung to celebrate the wedding of Jessica Burton and Cale Ward. Also a birthday compliment to Janet Hopwood and Barbara James.

Rung on and for Ray and Donna Hutchings's wedding anniversary.

Rung to celebrate the Golden Wedding Anniversary of Geoff and Joan McMillan, who were married at this church on the 24th June 1968.

Rung to celebrate the 80th birthdays of David and Myra Roughley

Also congratulations to Ralph and Pam Rigby on their Golden wedding anniversary tomorrow

First as conductor in triples

1 first in triples

Rung on the Eve of the Feast of SS Peter and Paul.

First peal on the bells for 10 years (to the day)

200th together 2 and 3

99th together 4 and 6

999th together 4 and 5

Rung to commemorate Private Reginald Blackwell, Whittle-le-Woods, Lancashire. Died 30/06/1918 age 19. East Lancashire Regiment 11th Bn. Service No.31562. Commemorated at Aval Wood Military Cemetery, Vieux-Berquin, France, Grave I C 10. Born 2nd quarter 1899. One of five children; four surviving at the 1911 census. Son of James Blackwell and Martha Blackwell (née Mossop) of Preston New Road, Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire. He was at school at the time of the 1911 census. A memorial peal of Kent TB Major was rung at Whittle-le-Woods on 21/04/1923; two of his brothers, Victor Bootham Blackwell (4th) and Arnold Ainsworth Blackwell (Tenor), took part. Born: Clayton-le-Woods, Lancashire. Enlisted: Chorley, Lancashire, initially in the Manchester Regiment, Service No.63042. Resided (1911 Census): Preston Road, Whittle-le-Woods, Lancashire.

Rung on the back 8 after meeting short for Caters.

Get well compliments to Mike Orme.

Thanks to Pauline Campling for standing down.

Rung on the back six to mark 25 years, today, of the dedication of the new Saint Jude's Church.

First of minor: 1. First quarter on the bells: 2, 3 & 4.

100th peal together 2 and 6

1000th peal together 2 and 7

With fond memories of Alan Flood and best wishes to Kathleen Cornock for her 92nd birthday

500th peal of Maximus - 12

1600th peal together: 1,3

First peal: 3

First inside and for the Association: 4

Rung as an upcoming birthday compliment (same day and year) to 1 and 4

Rung prior to the Friends of Liverpool Cathedral AGM Service.

Matt's 34th Birthday Quarter, rung on a 34cwt bell.

In memoriam, Richard White, brother of 1.Died Norway.

10th birthday compliment to Ben Keinzley, grandson of 1.

1st in method, 3 and 4.

First quarter for 1 and 6

300th peal together: 1 and 3.

Rung on the 50th Anniversary of the first 8 bell peal on the bells with the same method, composition, conductor and with ringers of 1, 3, 4, 5, 7 and 8 ringing the same bells. The band wish to remember John P Partington and Michael J Platt ringers of 2 and 6 in the original peal who both passed away earlier this year.

Best wishes to Norman Smith on his 85th birthday.

600th together:- 5 & 6.

Trevor’s 1,000th peal.

400th together: 1, 2.

£5

In memory of Private William (Billy) Bennett, Welsh Regiment, 2nd Bn, who died 20 July 1918 and is commemorated at Cambrin Military Cemetery, France. He was a ringer at Monksilver, Somerset and rang a number of peals in local towers, including at least two at Minehead. Also in memory of Alec Freeman, former tower captain at Minehead, rung on the day of his funeral.

Rung for the tower open day.

Rung in memory of Keith Entwistle, Churchwarden at Farnworth, who passed away last week.

Rung prior to Evening Prayer for the Ruby wedding anniversary (today) of Gerald and Fiona Wilson, both ringers at this Church and also to welcome Ava Florence Newton-Whalley, born on 24/6/18, first granddaughter for the ringer of 4.

For Evensong

First of Caters inside - 5

Rung prior to Evensong in memory of nine residents of St. Annes who lost their lives whilst serving their country during WW1: Pte. Joseph Bibby (15/5/1918), Pte. Edwin Crowther (27/5/1918), Pte. Oliver Riley (27/5/1918), Pte. Reginald Pryor (1/6/1918), Pte. Stanley Poole (9/6/1918), Cpl. Sydney Revett (14/6/1918), Sapper Alfred Gillett (15/6/1918), 2nd Lt. Burton Critchley (26/6/1918) and Sergeant George McDonough (11/7/1918).

A belated 85th birthday compliment to Ian Taylor and to celebrate his 70 years' membership of LACR

Arranged and rung as a Diamond Wedding anniversary compliment to Les and Kath Miller, ringers at this Church.

Rung to welcome Rev Dr Sheena McMain as Vicar of Barnoldswick and Bracewell

Rung to welcome visitors to the town on the occasion of the annual Clitheroe Food Festival

A birthday compliment to Charlotte, ringer of the 2.

First blows in method, 2 and 6.

First quarter in the method for all the band.

First as Conductor (4)

Rung in memory of John Norman Halewood (13 Jan 1933 - 11 Aug 2017), grandad of the fifth ringer. The Halewood family wish to be associated with this quarter.

For evensong

Rung prior to Morning Service in memory of four residents of St. Annes who lost their lives whilst serving their country during WW1: Lt. John Martindale (1/8/1918), Pte. John Willder (10/8/1918), 2nd Lt. Edwin Grundy (19/8/1918) and Pte. Stuart Brooks (25/8/1918).

Rung as a wedding compliment to Amy Longmore and Ryan Battersby. Also as congratulations to Ann Thompson, on achieving 3 "A"s and one "A*" at A level.

Rung for Evensong, in memory of C Michael Orme

In Memory of Private William Scholes Suffolk Regiment 2nd Bn., a former ringer at this church, who died 30th August, 1918, he is commemorated at Ecoust-St Mein British Cemetery. (See RW 2018 p742).

Also, in affectionate memory of C Michael Orme and thinking of Anne, who was due to ring in this peal.

Circled the tower: 5.

Rung to celebrate the forthcoming wedding of Barry and Lorna Lewis.

Rung in affectionate memory of our friend Mike Orme

Rung to commemorate Private Edgar Irving Robinson, Penwortham, Lancashire. Died 25/08/1918 age 19. Manchester Regiment 1st/6th Bn. Service No.57204. Commemorated at Warlencourt British Cemetery, France, Grave VI H 26. Born 4th quarter 1898 and baptised 01/01/1899 at Penwortham. One of four children; all surviving at the 1911 census. Son of William Robinson and Caroline Robinson of Elm Villas, Penwortham, Lancashire. He was at school at the time of the 1911 census. Born: Penwortham, Lancashire. Enlisted: Preston, Lancashire. Resided (1911 Census): Elm Villas, Penwortham, Lancashire.

Rung on the back six. In memory of Private Harry Pearce, Rishton, Lancashire. Died 25/08/1918 age 31. Somerset Light Infantry 1st Garrison Bn. Service No.39686. Commemorated at Delhi Memorial (India Gate), India, Face 1, but buried at Peshawar (Right) British Cemetery, India, Grave XXV 732. Born 4th quarter 1887 and baptised 16/10/1887 at Swinton, Lancashire. Son of Richard Pearce and Mary Pearce (née Farnworth) of Swinton. At the time of the 1901 census, he was working as an office boy, and by 1911, as a book keeper. His brother, Lance Corporal William Arthur Pearce, Northumberland Fusiliers, not known to be a bellringer, also fell, on 20/10/1918, and is commemorated at Belgrade Cemetery, Namur, France. Born: Swinton, Lancashire. Enlisted: Rishton, Lancashire. Resided (1911 Census): Boarding with John Wolstenholme and Alice Wolstenholme at 48 Commercial Street, Rishton, Lancashire.

1,750th peal: 3

For evensong

In memory of Jimmy McIlroy MBE (25 October 1931 - 20 August 2018), Burnley FC legend

100th peal together 6, 7

In Celebration of Melanie Chapman's 19th birthday and Elouise Chapman's 1st birthday, (Granddaughter of 6).

First quarter of Surprise, 4.

First quarter of treble bob, 1.

First of Surprise as conductor, 6.

For Evensong

100th peal together: 5,7

400th peal: 3

To mark the centenary of the Diocese of Coventry, where 4 and 6 learnt to ring.

700th peal on tower bells - 1

250th peal together - 2 and 5

Remembering John P Partington on what would have been his 84th birthday. Also a silver wedding anniversary compliment to Allison and Keith Bamford.

Has rung and conducted peals on all 366 days of the year - 5

* 1st peal at first attempt.

Rung as a farewell compliment to the treble ringer, as she is leaving to study at Nottingham University.

In memory of Private John Dewhurst, a former ringer at this tower. who died on 27 September 1918, aged 28, and is commemorated at the St Sever Cemetery, Rouen, France