Dear Members

Please note that we have changed our bank account from Lloyds to The Co‑operative Bank. Lloyds informed us that our existing account would be closed, and that the only option for remaining with them would be to move to a business account, which would incur charges. As we do not generate enough income to justify paying bank fees, the committee reviewed alternative providers. The Co‑operative Bank was identified as the most suitable option, and this decision was formally approved at a committee meeting.

Please see below the new bank details:

The Co-operative Bank

Name on account: Peterborough Branch of Bellringers

Account no: 67509845-00

Sort code: 08 92 99

If you need any further information please contact one of the committee.

Best Regards
Debs

Hilary Hardie: chairman@peterborough.pdg.org.uk

Steve Brown: treasurer@peterborough.pdg.org.uk

Deborah Bray: secretary@peterborough.pdg.org.uk

Dear Bellringers

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of ringing and good company. This session is ideal for anyone who wants to build confidence or transition to Minor methods, whether you’re wanting to try plain courses, stretching into touches, or exploring new methods. We’ll work together at a steady pace, with plenty of guidance, opportunities to ask questions, and space to try things out without pressure.

Expect a relaxed atmosphere, constructive coaching, and a chance to strengthen skills alongside experienced ringers and others who are learning too.

Time: 2pm
Date: Saturday 9th May
Location: St John the Baptist Church, Barnack, Stamford, Main St, Stamford PE9 3DN.

If you could let me know if you are planning on coming it would be much appreciated.

Best Regards

Debs

secretary@peterborough.pdg.org.uk

The next Guild 10 bell practice is on Saturday 9^th May at Peterborough Cathedral between 10:30-12:30.

All ringers are welcome to attend and will be looked after where possible from rounds and call changes to surprise royal method ringing.

Special method for the morning will be  Ardessie Surprise Royal  ( Swindon with a different front work )

The cathedral has a policy of strict numbers in the tower, PLEASE would you let me know in advance if you are hoping to attend.

Please meet at 10:20 around the Cathedral shop area for access to the tower.

Best wishes

Jim

Jim Bence

07807 561277

Guild Ringing Master

Peterborough Diocesan Guild of Church Bell Ringers

Facebook: www.facebook.com/PDGCBR

Website: www.pdg.org.uk

Apologies everyone, unfortunately we need to cancel this Sunday’s social as several key people are unavailable.

Apologies, we are cancelling this event tomorrow.

Join us this Friday the 13th for an evening of ringing on the lovely 8 bells at St Kyneburgha, Castor.
Whether you’re polishing methods, building confidence, or just fancy a good ring in good company, you’ll be very welcome.

🕰 Time: 19:30 to 21:00
📍 Location: St Kyneburgha, Castor
🎶 Focus: 8‑bell ringing (all levels encouraged)

Let’s fill the tower with sound and keep the superstition at bay with some excellent ringing. Hope to see you there!

Best Regards

Debs

Dear Members

Please find attached a poster, a set of the guild six bell striking competition rules and the note below from our Ringing Master Jim Bence.

Message:

The Spring festival six bell striking competition will be held in the Rutland branch on Saturday 11^th April starting from 3pm.

Braunstone will be hosting the method ringing competition whilst Brooke will be hosting the rounds and call changes competition.

Please would you familiarise yourself with the rules as these have been updated since the last competition.

If you are ringing in both competitions, please would you let me know asap so that I can arrange a suitable time slot.

If you have any issues you wish to discuss with me, please feel free to reach out.

I look forward to receiving a bumper list of towers for the competition which I must receive no later than Friday 3^rd April.

More details will follow from the Guild secretary in due cause.

Best wishes

Jim Bence

07807 561277

Guild Ringing Master

Peterborough Diocesan Guild of Church Bell Ringers 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/PDGCBR

Website: www.pdg.org.uk

Dear Members,

Please find attached a poster for the next guild 8/10bell dedicated practice.

I have decided to mix things up a little and introduce an 8-bell practice which will alternate with the 10-bell practice on the odd months of the year.

For those who don’t have the opportunity very often to ring on 8 bells, please come along and have a go. Ringing will range from rounds and call changes through to surprise major and may even include some simple surprise variations which can be learnt on the day.

If you would like to practice a specific method, please would you let me know in advance so I can make sure we have the support required.

Looking forward to seeing you there. 

Best wishes

Jim

Kind regards

Jim Bence

07807 561277

Guild Ringing Master

Peterborough Diocesan Guild of Church Bell Ringers 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/PDGCBR

Website: www.pdg.org.uk

Hello everyone,

Just a quick reminder that our first branch event of the year — the Surprise Minor Social — is happening this Sunday, 15 February, at St Mary’s Church, Peterborough, from 14:00 to 15:30.

The 3 surprise methods are Cambridge, Primrose and Norwich.

You don’t need to be an expert to take part. If you’re interested in trying a surprise method, this is a great opportunity — there’ll be plenty of support, encouragement, and friendly guidance throughout.

We’d love to see as many of you there as possible. If you’re planning to come along, please drop me an email at secretary@peterborough.pdg.org.uk.

Best Regards

Debs

Hello Peterborough Branch members,

We’re excited to kick off this year’s programme of events, with several already in the calendar and more on the way. Our first get‑together will be a Surprise Minor Social on Sunday 15 February at St Mary’s Church, Peterborough, from 14:00 to 15:30.

You don’t need to be an expert to join in — if you’re curious about trying a surprise method, this is a great opportunity. There’ll be plenty of support and friendly guidance.

We’d love to see as many of you there as possible. If you can come along, please drop an email to secretary@peterborough.pdg.org.uk

Best Regards

Debs