Whetstone Bellringers

17/10/2026

We had the pleasure of ringing for the wedding of Ian and Anita today. Many congratulations!

We took the time to set the clock right again this morning for you, and reminded it to wind itself back up again during the wedding so it will be right until about teatime.

The Leicester Diocese Guild of ringers is celebrating it's 80th birthday this October and as part of this is collecting "first time doing..." events among the membership. We gathered a few today as several long time ringers from the local community had not rung for a wedding at Whetstone before. https://bb.ringingworld.co.uk/view.php?id=2022340

07/10/2026

Lovely article on the BBC about the community side of ringing.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwy7zl1k2zgko

Katie Anderson says making music with others is an antidote to screens and scrolling.

04/10/2026

It was lovely to ring all 8 bells this morning for the Harvest Service.

2 from Cosby lending a hand, then one from Whetstone went to help Cosby.

TEAMWORK !

Statistically speaking we had 4 ringers under 18. 3 families represented. Two families bringing 2 generations each. Average age around 34.

If you're looking for an activity for your young person, or as a family, but aren't really the football/rugby type, maybe consider ringing. We are always welcoming of curious locals who maybe want to find out more before deciding if it is for them or not.

03/10/2026

We have a team of Leicestershire ringers trying for a Peal at Whetstone this Saturday afternoon, from about 2:30.
Good luck to them!

20/09/2026

From famine to feast, and Stedman 5 on a Sunday!!

A few days ago we were looking a bit thin on numbers for service ringing today. So put out word for help and turned up this morning to 10 ringers!!

We rang some rounds and call changes on 8, plain hunt 7 with a cover, then had a sweet treat of some Stedman Doubles on the back 6 to finish.

Some ringers pushed their comfort boundaries a bit, but thanks to all for coming!

Much love to our friends and neighbours Cosby Bellringers where most of our help came from, the rest of the help came over from Narborough but they don't have a page we can tag!

24/08/2026

Well done do our local visitors for their QP on Friday.

1280 Spliced Surprise Major (7m) rung at Whetstone (St Peter), Leicestershire

19/08/2026

Tonight practice was boosted with a visit by friends made through ART (ringing teachers), RWNYC (youth contest), and Ladies Guild. As ringers we make lots of friends! 🤝🔔🥤🍺

19/08/2026

We skipped last week for the eclipse, some of us went to Spain for the totality.. worth it! Photo credit M. Catherall (junior ringer)

05/08/2026

Another busy practice this week, much more sensible temperatures at 22C with a breeze coming in the window 🍃💚

Please note that there will be NO PRACTICE NEXT WEEK (Wednesday 12th August) as everyone tries to find a good West facing view to catch a glimpse of the Eclipse! ☀️🌙⚫️

Anyone planning jaffa cakes for the occasion? (Not sponsored, other treats are also good, but some of us older folk have a funny memory about jaffa cakes and eclipses!)

Happy and safe sky watching!

The solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 is the deepest seen from the UK since 1999, with up to 96% of the Sun covered. Times, safety and what to expect.

28/07/2026

Just next door really, and some beautiful displays. Our favourite is the Giraffe