Sherborne (Abbey Church of St Mary the Virgin)

Sherborne abbey from the south west with the medieval almshouses in the foreground
Photo: Andy Waring

Local conditions can affect ringing times greatly so you are advised to contact the tower first if you are planning to visit.

Branch: West Dorset 
Bells:8 bells. 46‑0‑5 cwt (5,157 lb, 2,341 kg) in Bb.
Practice:Tues 19:30 - 21:00. No access after 19:30. 
Sunday:08:30 – 09:30. 
Access:Access via stairs or steps 
Location: Grid ref: ST638165
Lat/long: 50.946762,-2.516671
Post code: DT9 3LL
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Dove:dove.ccbr.org.uk
BellBoard:bb.ringingworld.co.uk
Felstead: felstead.cccbr.org.uk
Links: Sherborne Abbey Bellringers
Deanery: Sherborne 

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