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We are the organisation for church bell and handbell ringers in South Wales, UK.

The Calendar is the definitive reference of what is happening, where and when. Please consult it before attending events and practices to check arrangements. Better still, add the Calendar to your PCs and smartphones for your own copy which automatically updates as and when changes are made.

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In Memoriam

Arthur W "Bert" Thomas
We are sorry to advise that Bert Thomas of Cowbridge passed away peacefully in hospital last week.

We have no details as to funeral arrangements but will update this page when we know more.

Christine M Lucas
Christine Lucas, formerly of Llanishen, passed away on Friday 15th May 2020. We understand that her funeral will take place on Thursday 28 May at Thornhill Crematorium at 12:30pm. Due to the current restrictions, it will be close family and invited friends only but the Service is being live-streamed:

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A memorial service is being planned for a date in the future when more people can come together and remember Christine. Rev Stuart Lisk is taking the funeral at Thornhill and the memorial service will be at Rumney when the situation allows.

Covid-19 Update: Current Situation

Updated 21st May 2020
There is no ringing anywhere in the UK at the moment. This will be the case for the foreseeable future and there are no events or practices on the Calendar beyond the end of May 2020 (other than Management Committee Meetings).

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Central Council of Church Bell Ringers Information:
Information for towers
Ringing and Covid Health Risks

 

Monmouth Branch Newsletters

Updated 14th May 2020

The Monmouth Branch publishes a quarterly Newsletter for its membership.

A copy of each edition of the Newsletter is sent to each Branch tower via the notified tower correspondent. Email copies are also sent to those who've asked to receive them that way.

Association 200 Club

Updated 6th May 2020

The Association has a "200 Club" which is run both as a bit of fun for the membership and to raise funds for the Bell Restoration Fund.

Since its inception in 1994, the 200 Club has been a most valuable source of regular income for the Bell Restoration Fund (BRF). By end of 2019, the Club had given the BRF £22,450 - an impressive and valuable contribution.

Llandaff Branch Newsletters

Updated 29th February 2020

The Llandaff Branch publishes a quarterly Newsletter, copies being sent to each tower.

The latest four Newsletters are available for download below in PDF format. The most recent Newsletter is at the top. Earlier editions (from February 2002) are available from the Webmaster.

Safeguarding and Health & Safety

Updated 17th February 2020

The Church in Wales Safeguarding Policy was published in April 2016 and it considers this Policy to be mandatory. PCCs are now implementing the Policy which supersedes previous guidance on Young People (2007) and Vulnerable Adults (2011). There are several sections in the Policy which are applicable to ringing and to members of the Association and the activities which our members undertake.