Hand bells ring at St German's

14/05/2012

Mr Malcolm Kelly, Trustee attended an open day at St German's, Peel when both refurbished and new hand bells were on show. 17 original bells have been refurbished and a further 20 bells  purchased to create a full chromatic 3 octave range set.

The Manx Lottery Trust , as Delegated Partner of Big Lottery Fund UK, assisted in the 2nd phase of the project with funding for refurbishment of 1 original bell and purchase of 18 new bells together with a set of fun bells designed for use with children, the elderly, and those with special needs.

The St German's Ringers project has secured the bells for future generations and the aim is to encourage members of the community to learn and play the bells, as well as continuing to perform at a wide rage of venues island wide