Epsom Bell Ringing
ABSEIL Information Available Here!
There are two churches with rings of bells in Epsom: Christ Church and St Martin of Tours, a fact file for each is located on the left and below. Visting ringers and new ringers are always welcome!
| Church | St Martin of Tours | Christ Church |
|---|---|---|
| Bells | 10 bells | 8 bells |
| Weight | 16-0-02 cwt | 8-2-2 cwt |
| Sundays | 0900 – 0930 & (2nd Sun) 1750 – 1830 |
0930 – 1000 |
| Practices | Monday: 1945 – 2130 | Wednesday: 2000 – 2130 |
Learn To Ring!
Members of St Martin’s and Christ Church's band ringing with friends at Dorking
The initial bellringing training takes several weeks, after which learners can begin to ring with the rest of the band. Regular attendance at your chosen tower will be essential to maintain progress.
You can also email the tower correspondent for more information.
Ringers come from all walks of life and we can teach anybody over 10 years old!
Bell Refurbishment Appeal!
Make a Donation
Donations may be made by:
Cheque , payable to St Martin of Tours PCC Appeal Fund. Send to : Parish Office, Church House, Church Street, Epsom KT17 4PX. Please write your name and address on the back. If you are a UK tax payer and are able to Gift Aid your donation, then please remember to complete th...
Sponsor a Quarter Peal
A Quarter Peal on the bells is a 'method' containing 1260 or more changes, taking approximately 50 minutes to complete. They are often rung for special occasions, and recorded in The Ringing World magasine.
If you have a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion coming up, why not sponsor ...
General Abseil Information - Download Flyer
The abseil is to be overseen by ‘Hatt Adventures’ www.thehatt.co.uk . The company is fully insured and qualified to run such events.
You must be at least ten years old; all minors will require parental consent on the registration form and a parent must be present throughout the duration of the abs...
Ring for the Olympics!
On the Opening Day of the Olympics, Friday 27th July 2012 , there is a national initiative (promoted by Martin Creed, Turner Prize winning artist) to get All the Bells in the country ringing at 8:00am "as quickly and loudly as possible for three minutes". This includes bells of any kind, but especially...