Full peal at St Helen's, Little Eversden  9th April 2011            Click for Eversden Events Index          
The day started still, cloudless, and silent. Then History was made. A Full Peal was rung at St Helen's - the first for more than 110 years and probably the first ever. (Official notice) A full peal involves ringing 5040 changes (patterns of the six bells, each consecutive one different) and takes around two and three quarter hours. Though it sounds effortless as it rolls over the village, it is actually a test of stamina and concentration. There was good support from families and friends and refreshment for those who came along to witness this moment.

The peal started at 10.15 and ended around 1.00pm. After so many years of silence it has been lovely to hear the bells again. The full story of St Helen's bells can be found here (click). This full peal was testament to the dedication of those who worked to establish the bells as well as to those who have formed the St Helen's team and have practised to reach a standard.

If the sound of the peal wafting into your home made you want to know more about bell-ringing, go to the Clubs page and make contact.

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Photos: David Farnell