Ringers Collection

Church Bell Ringers
Ringing the changes in the belfry of an English parish church at Christmas time

Six owl bellringers on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Swinging on Ringing Bell
The bell ringers of Seville - a rather unusual method where the ringers are swinging on the bells themselves

Bell Ringers
People You See. From Teddy Bear (date unknown)

Bray near Maidenhead, Berkshire
The village of Bray near Maidenhead, Berkshire. The Hinds Head pub (at rear) is now owned and run by Heston Blumenthal and The Ringers (on right) is now his celebrated restaurant The Fat Duck

Christmas Bell Ringers
Christmas bell ringers Date: 1869

Feline Bell-Ringers 1875
These five cats have been taught - entirely by kindness - to ring bells in sequence, though whether they themselves enjoy the sound they make is open to question

In the Old Belfry -- bellringers in action. 1893

Blessing the Bells of St. Pauls Cathedral, 1878
Engraving showing the ceremony held to bless the newly installed bells of St. Pauls Cathedral, London, in 1878. The image shows a group of clergy, kneeling in prayer, and the ringers

Acme clothes wringer
From an advertisement for Acme clothes ringers from the 1930s Date: 1931

Bell-ringing Presentation, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. February 1992
Simon Brewer (4th from right), who has served 40 years a a bell-ringer at St Bartholomews Church, Lostwithiel, was presented with a clock-barometer by his colleagues

Boy church bell ringers, young campanologists Date: circa 1890s

Photograph of Five Ringers PH, Deal, Kent. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1950

Valor stove
From an advertisement for Valor stoves ringers from the 1930s Date: 1931

Circus (b / w photo)
6002671 Circus (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Circus. Illustration for Around the World with a Camera (Leslie-Judge Company)

Supposed Crypt under Ringer s, 22 High Street (w / c on paper)
2831743 Supposed Crypt under Ringer s, 22 High Street (w/c on paper) by Rowbotham, Thomas Leeson the Elder (1783-1853); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums

Christmas frieze, Bell Ringers in the snow

Christmas frieze, Bell Ringers and Carol Singers in the snow

Christmas Bells, the Ringers at the Church Porch (engraving)
2785895 Christmas Bells, the Ringers at the Church Porch (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Bells, the Ringers at the Church Porch)

Bell ringers, Ringing In The New Year (colour litho)
5998056 Bell ringers, Ringing In The New Year (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bell ringers, Ringing In The New Year)

Bell ringers - illustration by Birket Foster
3783600 Bell ringers - illustration by Birket Foster by Foster, Myles Birket (1825-99); (add.info.: Bell ringers - illustration by Birket Foster, 1872. Christmas with the Poets, 1872)

Ringing in Christmas (engraving)
5209357 Ringing in Christmas (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ringing in Christmas)

East Bergholts unique 16th century Bell Cage and bells
circa 1910s

Belles of St Clement s! Girl bell ringers, 1926
A band of female change ringers at St Clement Danes church in the Strand, London. The Illustrated London News deemed the sight of female bell ringers sufficiently interesting

Bell ringing pug dogs
An imaginative portrayal of pugs as bell ringing, bringing Christmas wishes. " Two pug-dogs were ringing two bells And when they began to swing

Mottos - A Happy New Year - lantern slide showing bell ringers resting. Part of Box 134 Boswell Collection - Mottos. Date: circa 1895

Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell - Choir & Bell-ringers
Spurgeons Orphanage, Stockwell. The boys choir and team of bell-ringers with their instruments

Tsar Kolokol, or King of bells, Moscow, Russia, 1834
The Tsar Bell, also known as the King of Bells, Tsar Kolokol or Royal Bell, being rung by a team of men, Moscow, Russia. Date: 1834

Handbell ringing
Five Swedish gentlemen in white tie ring an array of bells of different sizes. Date: C.1900

The bell ringers of St Pauls Cathedral, 1903
The interior of the ringing chamber at St Pauls Cathedral, London. The twelve bells of the north tower can be seen here, about to be rung by an all male band of ringers. Date: 1903

Picture No. 11768793
An imaginative portrayal of pugs as bell ringing, bringing Christmas wishes. Two pug-dogs were ringing two bells And when they began to swing

Picture No. 11768792
An imaginative portrayal of pugs as bell ringing, bringing Christmas wishes. Two pug-dogs were ringing two bells And when they began to swing

Jolly lady and her bouncy pet dog
A jolly lady and her bouncy pet dog having some laughs and quite a few japes outside what appears to be a temporary military building (a Nissen hut, barracks or mess hall)

Bell - ringers practice at Eynsford church, Kent. 1936

Men removing Mediterranean Gull (Larus melanocephalus), Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) and Black-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) from net after cannon netting for ringing, Great Yarmouth

Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius) immature, being ringed by bird ringer, Norfolk, England, July

Greylag Goose (Anser anser) leg being fitted with metal ring by bird ringer, during annual goose roundup, Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve, Kent, England, June

Greylag Goose (Anser anser) and Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) adults and young, mixed flock being rounded up and driven towards holding pens on shore by kayakers on main lake during annual goose

Eurasian Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) immature, being ringed by bird ringer, Norfolk, England, July

Nicknames of the states. H. W. Hill & Co. Decatur Illinois so
Nicknames of the states. H.W. Hill & Co. Decatur Illinois sole manufacturer of Hills hog ringers. Date c1884. Nicknames of the states. H.W. Hill & Co

Repeated to-night grand combination Swiss bell ringers and Continental Vocalists at the public hall. Date between 1850 and 1870

The Peace Celebrations, 1856
Bell ringers ring the church bells in celebration of the end of the Crimean war. Date: 1856

Windsor Bell Ringers
Bell-ringing at the Curfew Tower, Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England. Date: 1950s

Sedge Warbler (Acrocephalus schoenobaenus) adult, caught in mist net with bird ringer, Norfolk, England

Men outside shop, High Street, Haverfordwest, South Wales
Two men standing outside a confectionery and tobacco shop in the High Street, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales look straight at the camera

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"Ringers: The Melodic Masters of the Belfry" Church bell they have long been an integral part of the Bray community near Maidenhead, Berkshire. With their skilled hands and unwavering dedication, they create enchanting melodies that resonate through the town. Swinging on ringing bells, these talented individuals form a unique bond with their instrument. Their synchronized movements bring life to the ancient art of bell ringing, captivating all who hear it. From Christmas bell ringers spreading joy during the festive season to six owl bellringers adorning a whimsical holiday card, this tradition has found its way into our hearts in various forms. Even feline companions couldn't resist joining in on the musical magic. In 1875, an illustration showcased adorable cats as honorary bell-ringers - a charming sight indeed. "In the Old Belfry, " we witness these dedicated individuals in action. Their passion for preserving this time-honored practice is evident as they skillfully bless the bells of St. Paul's Cathedral in 1878. Not limited to gender or age, even young boys take up this noble task within their local church communities. A photograph captures their enthusiasm and commitment as they learn from seasoned experts. In February 1992, Lostwithiel witnessed a grand Bell-ringing Presentation where enthusiasts gathered to celebrate this cherished craft. The atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and admiration for those who keep this tradition alive. Breaking stereotypes further were "Belles of St Clement's. " - girl bell ringers proudly showcasing their skills in 1926. They proved that passion knows no boundaries when it comes to creating harmonious melodies high above us all. Through generations and across continents, "ringers" continue to weave together history and music with every swing of a rope or press of a key. Their tireless efforts ensure that church bells echo through time while bringing communities closer together.