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Rung half muffled by the band and friends in memory of John Harding, Churchwarden and friend of the ringers, who died suddenly on 6th January.

Rung four-in-hand in St Mary's churchyard.

Tolling in Memory of Alan Munden (30 January 1950 to 22 January 2021).

(Special permission was authorised by The Parish Priest and The Churchwardens).

Each ringer went up the tower one at a time and rang three separate bells which Alan would have rung on the most occasions, especially the 6th and the tenor. In recent months, it was the 3rd that he rang mostly.

All of The Meridian Ringers wish to be associated with this.

Rung in celebration of Brian Lawrence's 80th Birthday today, on behalf of his many friends at St. Nicholas, Ash-next-Sandwich, St. Mary's, Ashford and in the wider Kent County Association. First in Ringing Room for all.

Rung in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore.

The tenor was tolled 100 times at 12 noon in memory of Captain Tom Moore and also remembering the 100,000+ people who have died during the pandemic.

Afterwards, the fourth bell was tolled 70 times in memory of Alan Munden, ringer at Greenwich 30.1.1950 to 22.1.2021. (see Obituary in RW 5 Feb, pages 111-112).

(The other four bells were also rung up, stood and then rung down in order to check that all was in order).

The eighth bell (12-0-1, F#) was tolled 100 times at 12 noon in memory of Captain Tom Moore and also remembering the 100,000+ people who have died during the pandemic. (The bell was lowered with 100 strikes).

1st quarter on our newly refurbished handbells

The third bell was tolled in memory of Dorothy Carter (1927-2021), who was a congregation member of St Mary's for many years, and moved into a care home in Norwich near her son a few years ago.

Dorothy sadly passed away on Friday 29th January. The bell was tolled at the time of the start of her funeral today in Norwich.

With birthday compliments for tomorrow to Liz.

First touch in method; 2.

First in method for both ringers

Rung prior to the funeral of John Harding, a member of St Peter & St Paul. John was Churchwarden, Choir Master, Treasurer and a good friend of the Church and the wider community. He would have celebrated his 70th birthday on this day.

He will be sadly missed by so many.

As the coffin departed the village, the tenor was rung in the ancient 'Nine Tailors', in this case 3 x 3 indicating a gentleman of this parish. This was followed by tolling of 69 representing John's age.

Tolled in memory of David Levick ringer for over 50 years who passed away yesterday aged 66.

The tenor tolled 100 times in honour of Captain Sir Tom Moore at the time his funeral was taking place.

Tenor tolled to mark the funeral of Captain Sir Tom Moore.

In thanksgiving for the life of Captain Sir Tom Moore

Tolled at midday in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore whose funeral was today.

The tenor tolled 100 times in honour of Captain Sir Tom Moore at the time his funeral was taking place.

Tolling in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore.

Tolling for Sir Tom Moore

Rung for Captain Sir Tom Moore on the day he is laid to rest. And for our villagers that on hearing this tolling, to remember anyone that they have lost during this pandemic.

Rung at noon on the day of the funeral of Captain Sir Tom Moore

St. Mary's reopened today for Parish Communion. All six bells were rung up before the service and then rung down after the service.

Rung to remember Sarah Ford, who was learning to ring and who served this church as a youth leader for many years.

Rung to remember Sarah Ford, who was learning to ring and who served this church as a youth leader for many years.

Rung to remember Sarah Ford, who was learning to ring and who served this church as a youth leader for many years.

All six bells were raised and tolled for Mothering Sunday Parish Communion.

The tenor bell was also tolled 33 times in memory of Sarah Everard.

At 5.45pm in memory of Sarah Everard and for all victims of violence against women

All six bells rung up and tolled before and after The Service of Confirmation and Reception Into The Communion of The Church of England conducted by The Rt Revd James Longstaff, Bishop of Rochester.

Commencing at 12:01pm, the tenor bell was tolled for the National Day of Reflection, in commemoration of the first anniversary of the first Covid-19 pandemic lockdown in the United Kingdom.

At 12:01pm following the 1-minute silence for the Day of Reflection. Remembering those who have lost their lives during the pandemic

Tolling after one minute’s silence in remembrance of all those we have lost on the anniversary of the first UK lockdown.

Commencing at 12:01pm, the tenor bell was tolled for the National Day of Reflection, in commemoration of the first anniversary of the first Covid-19 pandemic lockdown in the United Kingdom.

At the end of the minute's silence on the National Day of Reflection

At 12:01 - For the National Day of Reflection.

For the National Day of Reflection.

The front five bells were rung up just after 1130am.

The clock struck the tenor for 12 noon. This was followed by silence with about 30 members of the parish attending in the churchyard, followed by prayers by The Rector Revd Napo John. Afterwards, the front five bells were tolled and rung down.

Rung for The Induction Service of Revd Simon Winn as Vicar of St Alfege's.

(By request and with permission of the Parish Clergy and Churchwardens; on distanced bells, a well ventilated ringing chamber, masks worn etc, and all the ringers having had their first vaccinations).

Also, marking the National Day of Reflection.

Commencing at 12:01pm, the 7th bell was tolled for the National Day of Reflection, on the first anniversary of the first Covid-19 pandemic lockdown in the United Kingdom.

Remembering all those who have lost their lives to COVID-19 and been affected by the events of the past year.

At the end of the minute's silence on the National Day of Reflection

National Day of Reflection 2021

5 minutes' tolling following the silence at midday to mark 1 year since the start of the first lockdown. Part of the Marie Curie Day of Reflection.

5 minutes' tolling following the silence at midday to mark one year since the start of the first COVID lockdown. Part of the Marie Curie Day of Reflection.

Following the 1 minute silence for the Marie Curie National day of reflection. Marking the 1st anniversary of the first lockdown due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Remembering all loved ones lost.

Tolled in memory of Diana Hambrook. Born 1947. Diana has a long association with St Michael and All Angels. She learnt to ring here as a teenager and was confirmed. In 1967 she was married at the church. Her funeral was on Wednesday 25th March in Portsmouth.

Rung at 6pm to mark 40 years since the reinstatement of ringing at St Luke's by a local band in March 1981. Rung by founder members of that band.

To mark the new guidelines on Covid-19 restrictions.

We were in the tower to inspect and remedy a problem with an ill fitted ladder in the 7th pit, recently installed for assisting maintenance of mobile phone equipment higher up the tower.

As you will see in the photos the new ladder is far too close to the wheel and the bottom of the clapper flight catches the ladder.

The remedy, for the time being: the ladder has been removed so the bells can be rung for Easter Sunday.

Our report and recommendations have been submitted to the clergy and churchwardens and further action to be carried out.

Rung as a birthday compliment to Tina Betts, who lives next door: the Bromley handbell band's biggest fan!

A 3rd birthday compliment to Lincoln, Ray's grandson.

For Easter Sunday service

To celebrate the Feast of Easter, rung before Choral Eucharist.

For the Easter Day Service.

Rung for The Feast Of Easter before the Morning Eucharist.

Rung on 2,4,6,8 before the Easter Sunday service.

For Easter Day Service.

Rung in celebration of the reduction of KCACR peal fees to £0, cheers Dickon!

Rung for the funeral service of Melvina Elmina Ducasse (19th November 1919 to 11th February 2021).

Rung by request and with permission from the clergy and church authorities, with the necessary safety measures in place.

Rung half muffled in memory of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Rung in memory of:

H.R.H Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Half-muffled in memory of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, whose death was announced this morning.

My thanks to Ellen Jones for her assistance.

In memoriam HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - the tenor tolled 99 times.

Tolled in memory of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who died today aged 99. 10 June 1921 - 9 April 2021.

The Treble and Tenor bells were tolled 99 times each and the tenor was lowered in 99 blows in memory of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who died today aged 99. 10 June 1921 - 9 April 2021.

Tenor tolled 99 times on the day of the death of H.R.H. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

For the passing of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

In memoriam - HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - the tenor tolled 99 times,

Rung in memory of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who passed away today aged 99.

Rung on the day of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh’s passing.

In memoriam HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who sadly passed away today aged 99.

The tenor was tolled at 7:30pm in memory of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh who passed away today in his 100th year.

Rung to commemorate the life of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh whose death was announced earlier today.

For the passing of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

At 12 noon to mark the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. May he have Fair Winds and Following Seas.

Rung at 12 noon with the tenor half muffled to mark the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

The tenor bell was tolled half-muffled 99 times commencing at 12:00 noon, to commemorate the life of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (10th June 1921 - 9th April 2021).

At noon today, in memoriam His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

In honour of the late Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, may you rest in peace kind sir, and thank you for your service to this country. Also, my first time ringing in over a year and a half of not ringing.

Rung half-muffled In Memoriam HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

In thanksgiving for the life of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. 10 June 1921 - 9 April 2021

Rung on Ellacombe Chime at noon in thanksgiving for the life of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung at noon to mark the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who died yesterday.

At noon, in memorium HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Tolling of the Tenor 99 times in memory of the life and service of HRH Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh

The tenor was tolled half-muffled at noon in memory of His Late Royal Highness the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

My thanks to Ellen Jones for her assistance.

Tolled in memory of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

At 12 noon to mark the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

In memory of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who died yesterday at Windsor Castle. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.

For Duke of Edinburgh

At noon in memoriam — HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

For Duke of Edinburgh

In memoriam Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh

To mark the passing of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.

Half muffled in memoriam of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who died yesterday.

Rung at noon to mark the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who died yesterday.

The bells were tolled 99 times in memory of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh who died yesterday, aged 99. 10 June 1921 - 9 April 2021.

In memoriam HRH Prince Phillip

At 12 noon to mark the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung half-muffled at midday in memoriam HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh after his death the previous day. Assisted by Lindsay J Powell-Williams and Jean Easley who rang down afterwards.

In memory of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh

In thanksgiving for the life of His Royal Highness the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who died yesterday aged 99.

In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

In Memoriam HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - the tenor chimed 99 times at noon.

In memoriam - HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

Tolling in memory of HRH Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung as a compliment to Ben and Ellen Barnes on their marriage last Saturday.

In Memoriam, HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

The tenor was tolled by Matthew Jerome, Duke of Edinburgh Scheme Gold Award holder. Kent Young Handbell Ringers were in attendance.

Link to the video of the ringing: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WVmy9FiCgYpXQWdEAJSSx5TbDIa9Cf-6/view?usp=sharing

In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung on the day of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh’s passing.

For HRH Prince Philip

For HRH Prince Philip

Half muffled tolling at noon for the passing of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.

With Rung half-muffled in memory of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Half muffled, to mark the passing of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung at noon to mark the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

To honour the service and life of HRH The Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh. May he rest in peace.

10/06/1921 - 09/04/2021

Half-muffled at noon in thanksgiving for the life of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who died yesterday.

Rung by request and with the authorisation of the Clergy and Churchwardens, before the special Service of Prayer and Thanksgiving for the life of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.

Prince Philip was made Baron Greenwich in 1947, which is just one of his many connections to the borough.

He began his naval career in 1939 as a cadet and eventually attended the Royal Naval Staff College at Greenwich for training in 1948.

He was appointed a trustee of the National Maritime Museum in 1948 and opened or visited countless projects at Royal Museums Greenwich.

A keen naval historian, he was instrumental in bringing the Cutty Sark to Greenwich in 1954 and served as the president of the Cutty Sark Trust. The Duke was also heavily involved in facilitating renovation works to the Cutty Sark, after it was almost destroyed by a fire in 2007.

Prince Philip played a central role to Greenwich becoming a Royal Borough on 3 February 2012.

In 2012, he was awarded the Freedom of the Royal Borough of Greenwich for rendering eminent services to the borough – this is the highest award the Council can give and is an honour bestowed on very few people.

At a special council meeting held on 12 March 2012, Prince Philip was awarded the Honorary Freedom, in recognition of his special relationship with the borough as Baron Greenwich, his work on behalf of the Cutty Sark Trust and as an expression of the high regard in which he is held by Members of the Council and fellow citizens.

Prior to morning service to mark the passing of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

In memoriam of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

First peal in the method in hand: 7-8.

Rung in memory of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

In memoriam HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh

Tolled half-muffled in memoriam - HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

In thanksgiving for the life and service of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Half - muffled tolling between 2pm and 2:55pm for the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Rung in relay by Phil Barnes, Liz Barnes, Michèle Clement, Simon Davies and David Beach.

Rung half-muffled on the day of the funeral of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

The tenor bell was tolled half-muffled from 2:40pm to 3:00pm on the day of the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Tolling for the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh

Rung before the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Tenor rung half muffled before the funeral this afternoon of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

In honour of the late Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, may you rest in peace kind sir, and thank you for your service to this country

Prior to the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, held at St George's Chapel, Windsor

Rung in memory of HRH Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh following his funeral.

Tolling took place in intervals, with suitable precautions, all on the 6.

Tenor tolled 99 times prior to the funeral service for HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Rung half muffled in memory of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh on the morning of his funeral.

On the day of the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

In memoriam HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - tolling prior to his funeral.

Rung prior to the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung prior to the funeral of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung prior to the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh

Rung prior to the funeral this day of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

The service bell was tolled 99 times, and then tolled for a further ten minutes, prior to the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Rung prior to the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh

Rung during the hour before the funeral in Windsor of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Tolling prior to the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip at Windsor today

Rung half-muffled on the day of the funeral of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

The fifth bell was tolled for the church being opened at 10am for prayers and lighting of candles in memory of Prince Philip.

The bell was then tolled 99 times at 230pm and then at 245pm was tolled 41 times, in lieu of a 41 gun salute, prior to Prince Philip's funeral service at Windsor.

Rung half muffled for 15 minutes prior to the funeral of H.R.H. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

On the day of the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

On the day of the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh

On the day of the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung in the hour before the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, at St George's Chapel, Windsor.

Assisted by Lindsay J Powell-Williams and Jean Easley.

Rung before the funeral service for HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

On the day of the funeral of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

In memoriam HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - tolling 99 times and the Nine Taylors prior to his funeral.

Tenor tolled half-muffled before the funeral of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

Rung prior to the funeral of H.R.H. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Rung prior to the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, held this afternoon in St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.

Rung prior to the funeral of H.R.H. Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Rung half muffled before the Funeral Service for The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Tolling immediately prior to the funeral of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Rung half-muffled on the day of the funeral of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

To celebrate the life of HRH the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh preceding his funeral today at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle. May he rest in peace.

Rung by members of the Canterbury Cathedral Company in celebration of the life of Brian Lawrence of Ash. RIP.

Rung by request and with the authorisation from the Clergy and Churchwardens for the Revd Caroline Risdon's final service at St Alfege. Revd Caroline is to be the new Vicar of St John's, Eltham from June 2021.

First Quarter on the new tower simulator.

Rung to celebrate the birthday of Robert Edwards (04/05).

Even bigger Screen! Thanks Lindsay.

First on this pair: 3-4

A tribute to Brian Lawrence from the band of ringers at Ash on the day of his cremation. Farewell Brian as you pass along on your journey, you will always be with us in the tower.

Rung following the Service of Thanksgiving for the life of Pauline Mitchell, donor of this bell

This performance was rung using simulated sound.

First of Major in hand: 7-8.

First peal in the pub. With thanks to Siobhan and Chris for the use of their beer garden.

Rung in the Nave prior to Evensong with best wishes from the Company to Jamie Carmichael.

First Quarter Peal since 15 March 2020. Rung in memory of all those who have died from the effects of Covid 19 and all those in the NHS for their dedication.

Rung to commemorate the life of Malcolm Lowe, late of this parish

Rung for St Dunstan's day with best wishes from the band to Jamie Carmichael.

"... Ring out the grief that saps the mind

For those that here we see no more;

Ring out the feud of rich and poor,

Ring in redress to all mankind.

... Ring out old shapes of foul disease;

Ring out the narrowing lust of gold;

Ring out the thousand wars of old,

Ring in the thousand years of peace...".

First in the method in hand: 7-8.

In memorial of Emma Cundiff & Christine Talter-McCluggage.

For Pentecost Sunday. First quarter on front 6.

Rung to commemorate the life of Raymond Chitty.

Also for the 40th birthday of Mark Chittenden-Pile

Rung to commemorate the lives of Iggy and Alexandra Zembashis

74th birthday compliments to John Bonney (27.5.1947)

First in hand: 1-2.

The first peal on the bells.

Rung for morning service on Trinty Sunday. Also birthday compliment to Sue Brett.

Rung in the nave prior to evensong on Trinty Sunday.