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750 Year Anniversary Bell Ringing and Service – St Andrew’s Church, Bishop Auckland
On Sunday 28th April, St Andrew’s Church in Bishop Auckland, marks a sensational milestone as it reaches 750 years of heritage. In honour of this the church will host a quarter peal of eight bells, which have been ringing out over the community since the 15th Century.
The ringing of the bells will start at 1pm and continue for a full hour, a feat of true athleticism, filling the town with their harmonic melody. Following this, a special service will take place at 2pm, accompanied by the Lord Lieutenant of County Durham Mrs Sue Snowdon, the Dean of Durham Very Revd Dr Philip Plyming and St John’s School Choir.
The rededication of St Andrew’s church bells and blessing of the new ropes will be a unique occasion, inviting people from all walks of life to join in the festivities, regardless of faith.
After the service, hospitality and refreshments will be provided and guests will have the opportunity to visit the ringing room to watch the bell ringers in action as well as being invited to ring handbells. The Northeast Bell Ringing community will be making the pilgrimage to also take to the ropes under their new vestiture.