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Words from the Chair – March 2025

I was in York recently to attend the ART (Association of Ringing Teachers) annual conference. It was a busy couple of days with presentations covering a range of different topic linked to the topic of ‘Making a Difference’ aimed primarily at the difference that tower leaders and ringing teachers can Read more…

By Neil Jones, 3 months27th March 2025 ago
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Printed Handbooks – Final Requests

Just a reminder that the final day to request a printed copy of the 2025 Handbook is this coming Sunday 30th March.  Every tower will receive a single copy, all members are entitled to request a single free copy and if anyone would like any additional printed copies they need Read more…

By admin, 4 months ago
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Annual General Meeting 2025

This year’s Annual General Meeting is being hosted by the Tonbridge District on Easter Monday, 21st April at Sevenoaks. All AGM papers include the brochure detailing the plans for the day are now available on the AGM page.

By admin, 4 months ago
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The KCACR Inter-District 8-Bell Striking Competition 2025

The KCACR Inter-District 8-Bell Striking Competition 2025 will be held at Ss Peter and Paul, Bromley (BR1 1HE) on Saturday 21st June. The test piece is a touch of Double Norwich Court Bob Major (see below) and the draw will be at 09:45. 224 Double Norwich Court Bob Major 2345678 Read more…

By Neil Jones, 4 months17th March 2025 ago
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Words from the Chair – February 2025

In my December Words, I mentioned a project that I had been working on with the Central Council linked to the Ringing 2030 initiative. This is going to take the form of a Ringing Discovery Day and will be based in the Medway area. The reasons for choosing this area Read more…

By Neil Jones, 4 months25th February 2025 ago
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CCCBR Business Plan and Budget 2025

The Central Council have just published their Business Plan and Budget for 2025, which is available via the documents below and on their website: Business Plan 2025 Budget 2025

By admin, 5 months ago
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Words from the Chair – January 2025

2025 is now well underway and the festivities of Christmas and the New Year are well behind us, although perhaps the self-imposed diets are a small reminder of the overindulgences in that period. The start of a new year always tends to make us look forward to what could be Read more…

By Neil Jones, 6 months ago
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Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme – Update

News received from Brian Butcher, Bell Restoration Officer: Labour has been accused of introducing a “worship tax” by slashing funds to repair ancient churches and save them from closure.  The Government announced on Wednesday that it would halve the tax relief paid out for repairs to listed places of worship, Read more…

By admin, 6 months ago
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Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme

Dear all, This is a little bit late, but I have heard that the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme, which repays the VAT on repair and maintenance costs to listed buildings, is up for renewal and being debated on Wednesday 22nd January. If it is not renewed, or a Read more…

By Neil Jones, 6 months20th January 2025 ago
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Words from the Chair – December 2024

Another year is drawing to a close and, as ever, gives an opportunity to reflect on the past 12 months. During the year, we lost several notable members of the Association including Rev’d David Cawley (a highly regarded authority on the history of Kent bells), Davd Manger (twice Association Chairman Read more…

By Neil Jones, 7 months20th December 2024 ago

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This year, the Council Executive set up a small task group to look at the Councils membership categories. They have now submitted a report to the Executive, and will be bringing forward proposals in a motion to the Annual Council Meeting in September at Sheffield. Before the deadline for submission of motions on 26th July, ... Read moreMembership Categories Open Meetings [...]

Calling all teachers who ring!

The Central Council Young Ringers for Ringing 2030 Workgroup is creating a suite of school lesson plans to raise awareness of ringing in schools. This will contribute towards delivering a sustainable pipeline of young ringers, as well as creating an awareness of ringing for when a young person goes to university or moves somewhere new ... Read moreCalling all teachers who ring! [...]

VJ Day

On 15th August, the UK marks VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day), commemorating the end of World War II in 1945. As part of the nationwide remembrance, bellringers are encouraged to ring at their local tower, beginning at 6:30pm, to honour those who served and sacrificed in the Far East. This symbolic act of bell ... Read moreVJ Day [...]

Open Meeting on the affiliation of University Societies 11th May 2025

The Council will be holding the next in our series of open meetings on Sunday, 11th May 2025 at 8pm, by Zoom. The meeting will be hosted by the President, Tina Stoecklin. The topic will be the affiliation of University Societies to the Central Council. All University Societies, both currently affiliated societies and societies that ... Read moreOpen Meeting on the affiliation of University Societies 11th May 2025 [...]

Bell Sunday 2025 – Ringing Out the Message

Bell Sunday is a national opportunity to recognise and celebrate the unique contribution that bell ringers make to the life of the church and to the soundscape of our communities. In 2025, Bell Sunday will be marked on Sunday 18th May, and bellringers across the country are invited to ring for the occasion. Timed near ... Read moreBell Sunday 2025 – Ringing Out the Message [...]

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Rung on Monday, 7 July 2025 at Eltham (St John the Baptist), Kent. [...]

5040 Spliced Surprise Minor (41m)

Rung on Monday, 7 July 2025 at Stone by Dartford (St Mary), Kent. [...]

1260 The Ball Was Out Doubles

Rung on Sunday, 6 July 2025 at Birchington (All Saints), Kent. [...]

1500 Stedman Doubles

Rung on Sunday, 6 July 2025 at Canterbury (St Dunstan), Kent. [...]

1440 Cambridge Surprise Minor

Rung on Sunday, 6 July 2025 at Canterbury (St Dunstan), Kent. [...]

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