As I write this it’s Good Friday afternoon, the hot cross buns have been eaten, the sun is out and in many ways it seems not much different to normal. We haven’t rung this week, but that’s usual too in Holy Week. But of course it’s nothing like normal at Read more…
The new 2020 Handbook has gone to print, and is now available for download! In a change to the usual process due to these extraordinary circumstances, simply head to the 2020 Handbook Download page and follow the instructions to receive your digital copy.
Dear members and friends, The recent advice from HM Government to avoid all unnecessary social contact has been followed today by a call from the Archbishops to put all public worship in the Church of England on hold. It follows that all ringing should now cease no matter what that Read more…
It is with sadness that I must inform you all that Christine Butcher, Brian’s wife, passed away yesterday evening. Funeral arrangements may well be difficult at this moment in time but as soon as details are available they will be shared. Brian and the family thank you all for your good Read more…
A pdf brochure has now been added to the AGM page with details of the AGM to be held this year at St Nicholas, Chislehurst on Easter Monday, 13th April.
I’ve just had an email from Brian Butcher to advise that unfortunately his wife has been taken seriously ill, so for the time being any ringing/bell restoration work that he is involved in is on hold. Let’s all send positive thoughts and prayers to Brian & his family at this Read more…
The salient points from the General Committee meeting held on 22nd February 2020 can now be found on the Resources page, and below for reference: Full details of the AGM day and lunch booking process are on the website at https://kcacr.org.uk/association/agm/ Five Central Council Representatives and nominations for General Committee Read more…
Just a final reminder that there are only 3 weeks left for you to request a copy of the new 2020 Handbook for yourself or on behalf of the members of your tower – no more requests can be taken after Sunday 22nd March. To put in a request, go to Read more…
The AGM page has now been updated with details of the AGM to be held this year at St Nicholas, Chislehurst on Easter Monday, 13th April. This includes details for requesting lunch and the open tower list.
The Kent County Show provides a great opportunity for the public to understand a little more about bell ringing, and hopefully sparks some interest to explore further. On July 10th/11th/12th Steve Fitton is organising a mini ring for the three days of the fair, and needs volunteers to help demonstrate Read more…