The Bells of St Peter's Church - St Peter's Society of Change Ringers
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A unique pewter ringers' flagon
dated 1676, formerly used by the ringers, is now kept in the
Dorset County Museum, next to the church. The flagon, which
was restored in 1932, is fifteen inches high, weighs ten and
a half pounds and holds approximately one and a quarter
gallons. The inscription on the front is as follows:
Feb. 7th: 1676. The
gift of Edward Lester wch is to remaine for ye use of ye
ringers of Dorchestr for ever. St Peter.
Images of flagon and inscription
© Dorset County Museum 2005 reproduced by kind
permission
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The Society is affiliated to the
Salisbury Diocesan Guild of Ringers, and to the Dorset
County Association of Church Bell Ringers, both of which
exist to foster the science and art of Change Ringing. We
are always keen to welcome new members, either experienced
ringers, or those who may be willing to learn how to ring,
and participate in an enjoyable pastime. If you may be
interested, please get in touch with the Tower Captain, or
the Tower Secretary, who are listed on the
St.
Peter's Contact
Page
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 Gargoyle commemorating the late
Richard Duke, Master of the Society for many
years.
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From time to time, Ringers' Sunday
is celebrated on the Sunday in September closest to the
21st, when the Tenor was cast in 1734. On this day, the
congregation has the rare opportunity to visit the ringing
chamber, see the bells, and enjoy the magnificent view from
the top of the tower. This view can also be seen on the
occasion of the early-morning Ascension Day service. |
