This 30 page A5 paperback book helps those who are new to ringing understand something of the history and culture of the activity as well as answering some of the common how, where, why and when type questions that new ringers ask. It also gives a taste of how new ringers can develop their interest in ringing.
It can be given or lent to new ringers as well as being used for those showing an interest on tower open days or other such occasions. In easy language it gives information on the history of ringing, how bells are made and hung, what change ringing is and how it’s done, the stages of learning to ring, safety hints and a taste of who and why people ring.
There is space to record a ringer’s first few towers and performances, information on tower and association details and guidance on where to find out more.
Produced by the Association of Ringing Teachers (ART) it costs £6.50 and can be ordered directly from their website. They can be ordered individually and there are also discounts for purchases of 5 or more.
https://shop.bellringing.org/books/30-discover-bell-ringing.html
Andy Waring
