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Rung to celebrate the New Year, with special congratulations to Dr Robin Davies, a member of Llandegai Church, on being awarded the BEM in the New Year Honours list for his services to the Betsi Cadwalawdr University Health Board and its Neuro-Development Team. It was lovely to welcome Dr Davies and members of his family to the tower before ringing the quarter peal.

Dedicated to the memory, and in thanksgiving for the life of Mike Green, ringer at Machynlleth and committed supporter of the NWACBR.

First on five bells and of Reverse Canterbury for Christina. Christopher E Wheatley has now circled the tower. Rung on a quiet winter practice night.

Dedicated to the memory, and in thanksgiving for the life of Mike Green, ringer at Machynlleth and committed supporter of the NWACBR.

Dedicated to the memory, and in thanksgiving for the life of Mike Green, ringer at Machynlleth and committed supporter of the NWACBR & of our regular Ringing Room sessions.

Lynda Hine's first quarter peal of this method.

Most doubles methods in a QP, 3 & 4 Rung in Memory of Michael Green

In Thanksgiving for the life of William "Bill" Dulson former Churchwarden at this church. Also to mark the 65th anniversary of the casting of bells 1 - 4 and the augmentation of this ring from three to six.

Rung before the AGM of the Gwynedd and West Clwyd branch, held later this day at Holy Trinity church, Llandudno.

First in the variation for all the band.

Rung to celebrate the recent announcement that The Revd Canon David Morris is to be consecrated Bishop of Bardsey in the diocese of Bangor.

Rung to celebrate the birth this morning of Rebecca, a daughter for Zöe and Steve, and sister for Katherine.

With the best wishes of the band and all your ringing friends at Llandegai.

Rung to celebrate the birth of Rebecca, a daughter for Zöe and Steve, and sister for Katherine. Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

First Minor 2

Rung for fun.

Rung on the Liverpool Simulator.

Specially arranged and rung in memory of Mike Green a ringer at this tower since 1974 and a great supporter of the North Wales Association.

First quarter for 30 years- 2.

First of Kent - 3.

Rung on the Liverpool Simulator.

Carys’ first quarter peal of a minor method.

First of triples away from cover - 1.

Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus.

Rung to celebrate St David's Day.

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus.

3,4: First in variation.

First in more than one method - 1.

Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus.

Rung following a service of Thanksgiving for 35 Years of Marriage between Moira & Craig Griffin.

1st Quarter on 8, 1

Specially arranged and rung by a representative band to celebrate being awarded "Cluster of the Year" at the ART awards on March 2nd.

First quarter on a "Bob Bell" - 2.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

To celebrate the life of Jennifer Ann Farrell. This quarter peal was rung after her Funeral Service held at this church.

Rung to celebrate International Women’s Day 2024 in the hope of a better, more inclusive world for women.

Rung before the AGM of the North Wales Association, held later this day at St Mary’s Church, Chirk.

First of Kent - 2.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

Rung to celebrate Christina's Birthday

First quarter of Triples on an inside bell 2

Congratulations to John R Williams and Herbert M Heaton on their being elected as Honorary Life Members of the North Wales Association of Church Bell Ringers

First Surprise Minor -5

In recognition of the long service of Peter Furniss as Ringing Master of the Association.

First QP in method - 5

Rung fully muffled for Maundy Thursday.

Rung to celebrate Easter Sunday.

First in the method for all except the conductor.

First in the method as conductor.

Rung by members of the Ruthin band, including Alex’s mum, and invited friends to celebrate the life of young Alex Anderson who was much cherished and loved by his parents, Vicky and Neill, family and friends. Alex's life was tragically cut short as the result of a road traffic accident on his 20th birthday.

To celebrate Easter and as a farewell compliment to the Reverend Jane Finn and to thank her for her support for bell ringing at St.Mary`s during her incumbency.

Most m/vs - 3.

First quarter on the back six.

Rung before the service of praise which concluded the Daffodil Flower Festival held at St. Collen's Church by the Floral Committee of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod in support of the 2024 Eisteddfod (2 - 7 July)

Rung for Low Sunday

With thanks to Seki for stepping in at short notice to enable this quarter to go ahead.

Rung as birthday compliments to Rachel and Gusto today, and Lynda yesterday.

Harvey’s first quarter peal conducting spliced methods.

First Reverse Canterbury inside: 2

Birthday compliment to Sophie Winter (daughter of 5)

Inaugurating the North Wales Association Quarter Peal Week

First of Double Oxford -3

Rung to celebrate the birth of baby Beau, son of Andrew (Ellesmere ringer) and Chloe Morris.

First quarter peal for Ellesmere ringers 1, 7 and 8.

For the North Wales Association Ringing Week in memory of and thanksgiving for the life of David Stockton of Pulford who rang here often.

Rung to wish Jo Kember, Church Warden at St Mary’s church, best wishes for the future.

Also to celebrate Wrexham A.F.C.’s promotion to division one.

First quarter peal 6 - loyal Wrexham supporter.

Specially arranged and rung in thanksgiving for the life of David Stockton, a ringer at this tower, who died on March 27th aged 82 years. The ringers of 1,2,4,5 are members of the local band. First of Minor - 1.

Rung in loving memory of Diane Burgess, wife of Andy and mother-in-law of Paul.

Diane was a member of the handbell group at this church.

First quarter - 6. 50th quarter - 2.

Esme’s first quarter peal on eight bells.

Rung to celebrate the birthdays of Angela Howes (29/4), Paul R Parker (2/5) & the 2nd wedding anniversary of Kat & Harry Collins

Leah Jefferis’ 50th quarter peal.

#gomental

First on eight - 1.

Dedicated to the memory of David Stockton, ringer at this tower who died on March 27th aged 82 years.

Rung to Celebrate the Licensing of Revd Vince Morris as Vicar and Ministry Area Leader of the Tudno Ministry Area.

Christina's first quarter of Major

Rung by members of the local band for May Day.

First quarter in the variation for all.

With thanks to Stephen Marshall for facilitating Zoë's return to ringing after the birth of their daughter.

Rung for Ascension Day.

First in the method for 1, 3, 4, 5, 6.

First in the method on tower bells for 2.

For Ascension Day.

Recognizing the contribution of all nurses on International Nurses Day

Rung in memory of Phil Greaves, Tower Captain at Rhyl, who passed away on 14th May 2024. Rest in peace.

Rung as a farewell compliment to Mary Williams who is moving from the Parish after living in the same house for 50 years. Mary has been a ringer at Halkyn for about 10 years. Rung to thank Mary for her support to the church and the ringers.

50 Fires rung to celebrate all that Mary Williams has done to support the church for the last 50 years. Also as a farewell compliment to Mary who is moving from the Parish after living in the same house for 50 years. Mary has been a ringer at Halkyn for about 10 years.

Rung in memory of Phil Greaves, tower captain at this church, by a group of ringers which included all members of the local band.

Rung in memory of Phil Greaves, tower captain at Rhyl, and John Jefferis, grandfather of Leah.

Rung to celebrate the 67th Wedding Anniversary tomorrow of Herbert M and Megan Heaton. Ecclesiasticus 26:1-2

First blows in method - 3

To wish a speedy journey to Hermione Emma Victoria Davidson (sister of 2) who is starting the North Wales Pilgrimage from Basingwerk Abbey to Ynys Enlli today.

First of Plain Bob Triples - 4.

Ringing out for Peace and to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Ringing to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Ringing out for Peace and to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

First in variation for all.

To mark the 80th Anniversary of D Day

Rung to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

Esme Anstice and Layla Griffiths, who joined our practice later, would like to be associated with this performance.

Rung in commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy

Ringing for Peace

Ringing Out for Peace

Rung for 'Ring Out for Peace'. First quarter 4.

Ringing Out for Peace - to commemorate 80th anniversary of D-Day. 5 - Visitor from America (first time ringing)

Ringing out for peace and to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Ringing out for Peace and to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Rung before the North Wales Association’s annual striking competition, held later this day at St Beuno’s church, Berriew.

Esme Anstice’s first quarter peal of these methods.

Rung to celebrate the centenary of the Welsh Women's Peace Petition, when over 390,00 Welsh women called on the USA to join the League of Nations, and the opening of an exhibition marking Llangollen's contribution.

With glorious evening sunshine and the sound of the bells over mountain, town, beach and sea, this ringing was dedicated to Peter and Marion Morgan of Dolgellau, whose son died earlier this week. Rest in peace, Richard.

Rung on the Summer Solstice to congratulate Clare Morris the tower captain at Overton, who is taking early retirement today.

Rung for the Summer Solstice which fell at 21h50 yesterday evening.

A warm up for Lundy.

Most methods as conductor.

First of Grandsire Triples - 3. First of triples away from cover - 1

Ring as a birthday compliment to Robin Ellis, daughter of 2.

First of Bob Minor inside - 2.

Rung with get well soon wishes for our Tower Captain, Rick Keeves.

Rung also on the occasion of Armed Forces Day, and Bangor University’s June Open Day.

Esme Anstice’s first quarter peal inside of minor; and 10th quarter peal.

Rung as part of the 2024 Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod and to welcome Dr.Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Wales and Canterbury, immediately before he delivered the Annual Peace Lecture.

Also rung as a get well compliment to Beverley Furniss.

1,000 quarter recorded on Bellboard, 543 as conductor - 2. Actual totals unknown.

First quarter outside Australia - 5. Specially arranged and rung to return, in some small way, the hospitality shown to UK ringers in Australia.

First quarter for more than 30 years - 4.

50th quarter - 1.

Rung as a farewell and best wishes compliment to Rev Canon Dr Jason Bray, his wife Laura and family. Leaving Wrexham after 9 years ministry to become Dean of Llandaff Cathedral.

First of Surprise Major on the bells which have a peal ringing history of nearly 300 years.

Also rung as a compliment to Geoff Parting who rang the tenor to the only other peal of major on the bells, DNCBM in August 1966.

For Megan Heaton who has reached fourscore years and ten. Proverbs 31:25-31

First of Grandsire Doubles - 3

Rung in thanksgiving for the life of Gwenda Mai Lloyd (2nd May 1949 - 20th June 2024) a long-time resident of this town.

Daioni a thrugaredd yn ddiau a’m canlynant holl ddyddiau fy mywyd: a phreswyliaf yn nhŷ yr Arglwydd yn dragywydd. Salm 23:6

Rung to celebrate the ordination of Kathryn Hall on 29 June at St Asaph Cathedral. Kathryn is curate at St Mary and St David, Flint and rings at Halkyn. Ten rows were rung for each year since Kathryn's first call to ministry.

Rung to celebrate the life of J Robin J Dyke, brother in law of the Conductor, who died on 27th June 2024, and Chris Kippin who died on 18th July 2024.

First on five for Tomas.

In memory of Chris Kippin, Bangor University Student 2011/12.

The ringers of 2, 3 and 4 rang in a Bangor Students’ Society peal with Chris at St David’s Church, Glanadda, Bangor in 2014.

First Cambridge Minor for Christina.

Rung before Sunday morning service.

Rung in memory of Steve Cooper (9th June 1951 - 10th July 2024), tower captain at Abergele.

Esme Anstice’s first quarter peal ringing inside to the methods Stedman Doubles and Grandsire Doubles.

Martin Brown and Zoe Seymour’s 50th quarter peal together.

Layla's first quarter on an inside bell

Halkyn band rang Rounds, Back Rounds, Queens, Kings, Whittingtons, Tittums, Rounds in Parallel on 6, Rounds in Parallel on 4, Bow Bells in Parallel on 4, and firing for the entrance of the bride. Rung at the wedding of Sekki Tabasuares (a Halkyn ringer) to Iain Jones to celebrate their marriage today.

With thanks to Rev Dr Jason Bray and Laura Bray for their years at St Giles'. Best wishes for their future at Llandaff. First of Minor for 1

Rung to celebrate the licensing yesterday of Rachel Tombs, a ringer at this church, as a Lay Eucharistic Assistant.

Rung as a birthday compliment to Steve Broughton.

1st of treble bob hunting - 1.

Rung after the baptism service of Efa Wyn Llewelyn Atkinson.

Rung to celebrate the wedding of Lorna Williams and Neil Grief immediately following their wedding at this church.

First "inside" - 2.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

To celebrate the birth of Christina's first Grand Daughter Ada.

Specially arranged by Clare Morris, with the help of ringing friends, to wish The Corbet School, Baschurch Class of 1980, a very happy 60th birthday. Especially Pauline McKie, Jo Menhinick and Mandy Clarke.

Rung to celebrate the life of Rebecca Signe Danby, who died suddenly aged 18 years on 24 July 2024. Rebecca is the daughter of the treble and fourth ringers. Richard and Jill Danby, grandparents of Rebecca, wish to be associated with this quarter peal.

Rung on the 2nd Anniversary of King Charles III's accession to the throne.

First conductor of minor - 6. Congratulations to 1's mother on her birthday.

Rung to celebrate the wedding of Rowena and James Cameron

Specially arranged and rung by members of the Sunday Service band to celebrate The Reverend Matt, Sarah and Hannah Wilkinson`s 10 years of ministry in the Parish of St.Mary`s Chirk and St.David`s Froncysyllte.

Circled the tower - 1.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

266 blows in remembrance of those lives lost in the Gresford Colliery Disaster, 90 years ago

Rung at the invitation of St.Oswald`s PCC as part of the celebrations for the 150th anniversary of the refurbishment of the church. The church was in St Asaph Diocese in 1874 hence the invitation to the North Wales Association to ring this quarter.

First of Major - 2.

Tolling 266 to commemorate each life lost 90 years ago in the Gresford colliery disaster.

All the band at Ruthin wish to be associated with this performance.

Also, in remembrance of the 8000 British soldiers killed or taken prisoner at the Battle of Arnhem 80 years ago, September 1944.

Half muffled call changes followed by the tenor being tolled 266 times to commemorate 90th anniversary of the Gresford Mining disaster, 22nd September 1934.

266 people lost their lives including two from Ruabon:

Fred Duckett of Beech Terrace aged 29

Richard Henry Jones of Bryn Terrace aged 21

Rung to commemorate 90 years since the Gresford colliery disaster where 266 people lost their lives.

Overton ringers Clare, Sam, Liz, David, Jim and Gareth wish to be associated with this tolling.

Remembering Gresford and the 266 lives lost.

Remembering Gresford colliery disaster - 266 tolls, one for each life lost 90 years ago today with Welsh flag at half mast.

Rung to commemorate 90 years since the Gresford colliery disaster where 266 people lost their lives.

First Quarter 1 & 6

266 Tolls of the tenor - one for each of the 266 lives lost in the Gresford Mining Disaster, 90 years ago to the day

Tolling 266 times to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the Gresford Mining Disaster. 266 lives lost.

Rung following the funeral of Violet Williams (1927-2024), granddaughter of James H Midwinter, who rang in the first peal on these bells at Llandegai in 1908.

2. First in method

Rung in memory of Rebecca Danby and to celebrate the 88th birthday of Michael Howes, brother of the Conductor.

Rung as a compliment to the Reverend Sue Huyton immediately following her last service at this church. The bells were re-hung and restored during her incumbency.

First of Minor - 1. Most minor methods - 3.

Rung to celebrate the Christening today of Anna Elizabeth Collins, daughter of Kat, (a Mold ringer), & Harry Collins.

1. & 5. First Quarter Peal on 8 bells

Rung to celebrate the wedding of Sekki Tabasuares and Iain Luke Jones which took place on August 3rd.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

Rung to celebrate the licensing of the Reverend Marcus Pipe as a priest in the Maelor Mission Area.

Most methods/principles 2,3,4.

Rung on behalf of the Estuary and Mountain Mission Area to celebrate the opening of the new Well-being centre at St James Holywell. Rung by ringers from around the Mission Area for half an hour before the start of the dedication service at St James. Flint and Halkyn bells were also rung at the same time.

Most methods/variations for Zoe and Leah.

Kyle has circled the tower in six quarter peals.

Rung on behalf of the Estuary and Mountain Mission Area to celebrate the opening of the new Well-being centre at St James Holywell. Rung by ringers from around the Mission Area for half an hour before the start of the dedication service at St James. Flint and Ysceifiog bells were also rung at the same time.

Rung (on Sunday 20 October 2024) in belated commemoration of the 90th anniversary of the Gresford Colliery disaster on 22 September 1934, where 266 people were killed as a result of the pit explosion.

Rung on behalf of the Estuary and Mountain Mission Area to celebrate the opening of the new Well-being centre at St James Holywell. Rung by ringers from around the Mission Area for half an hour before the start of the dedication service at St James. Halkyn and Ysceifiog bells were also rung at the same time.

Dedicated to the memory of Rebecca Danby.

Rung on the Liverpool Simulator.

Rung with the best wishes of the band for a speedy recovery to Marina Midolo, Geoffrey Spencer and Neil Bennett.

Many thanks to Richard for joining us at the last minute to make up the band.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

Rung half muffled before the Service of Remembrance.

Rung half muffed on Armistice Sunday to remember those who lost their lives in the two World Wars and more recent conflicts.

6: first ring for Armistice Sunday.

Rung to commemorate those who gave their today, for our tomorrow.

Rung after the village act of remembrance and two minute silence.

Rung to welcome Gary Anderton, appointed to the Offa Mission Area and Curate at this church.

Rung immediately before the Licensing service, conducted by Bishop Gregory, for the Reverends Daniel Morgan, Samantha Quilty and Mike Haslam.

100th quarter - 2. Rung as pre-birthday compliments to 3 & 4 and to wish Nigel Crocombe a speedy recovery.

Rung on the Liverpool Simulator.

Rung as a farewell to Helen, moving to Cornwall, with the best wishes of all the band. First on 8 - 1. First of triples inside - 6.

Most methods as conductor - 3

Rung on the eve of the Feast of St Andrew before the service of celebration of the life of Bryn Jones.

Also to celebrate the Golden Wedding anniversary of Roger and Angela Howes 16th November

For Advent and before the Christingle Service.

Rung for the first Sunday of Advent, and after Beaumaris’ Victorian Christmas Weekend.

Rick Keeves’ first quarter peal of Kent Treble Bob Minor in 40 years, last rung for his wedding to Julia.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

First conducting of Bob Minor 6

Rung in memory of Gordon Anstice.

First known all female band to ring for a wedding at this tower this century. And proberly much longer, as no living person associated wityh this tower, past and present can remember such an event.

First quarter in the method for all except the conductor.

Joyfully rung for Gaudete Sunday in a very wet tower.

Rung for the annual Community Carol Service.

First quarter - 6. Also 70th birthday compliment to the tenor ringer!

For Christmas.

First of Grandsire 5 & 6. First of triples on the bells.

First in the variation for all the band.

Rung before the service of Carols by Candlelight.

For Christmas.

Rung on the Feast of Saint Stephen, the first Christian Martyr.

First in the variation for all the band.

First of Southrepps for Kyle and Esther.

The fiftieth quarter peal together for Martin and Leah.

Fiftieth quarter peal as conductor.

For Christmas and as a compliment to Keith and Joan Overthrow on their 70th wedding anniversary. Keith was a ringer and Tower Captain at this church for many years.

First on eight "inside" 2 & 6.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

Rung on the Liverpool simulator.

For New Year and dedicated to the memory of Dave Marriot, husband of Sue, who rings at Bangor on Dee.

Numbers in brackets are number of quarters rung in 2024.

Rung in celebration of Peter Furniss achieving 100 quarter peals in 2024 and of Ian Wiltshire ringing 95.

Rung to mark the end of 2024.

25th quarter together for 1 and 3.

75th quarter together for 1 and 6.

115th quarter this year. 3.

300th quarter for 1.