CHARLWOOD and HORLEY - Saturday 11 January 2020  Morning and Afternoon Meeting

It was disappointing that only five members were present for the first half-hour of the morning session at Charlwood. However, by the end of the session there were 13 members present and the methods rung included Grandsire and Stedman Doubles; and Plain Bob, Double Court, Saint Clements, Cambridge and Norwich Minor. At noon a short business meeting meeting was held in the room next to the tower before members adjourned to The Half Moon (next door to the church) for an enjoyable and convivial lunch. The afternoon ringing on the tricky eight at Horley ranged from Plain Hunt on seven to Cambridge Surprise Major. Once again a course of Duffield was (eventually) brought round, and there was even talk of a touch at the next meeting! All in all a very successful and enjoyable meeting attended by a total of 16 members.

COLEMANS HATCH - Saturday 14 December 2019  Morning Meeting

Colemans Hatch was this year's venue for the now traditional pre-Christmas meeting with coffee and mince pies. The pleasant, easy going bells were put to good use by the 14 members present. Grandsire, Stedman and Oxford Bob Triples were all rung while the Major repertoire was extened to include Duffield as well as the more usual Cambridge and Yorkshire.

FLETCHING - Saturday 9 November 2019  Morning Meeting

13 members met at Fletching for ths two-hour session on these rather difficult bells. Ringing was the usual mix of rounds and call changes, triples (including three touches of Stedman) and major (Cambridge and Yorkshire).

HEVER - Saturday 12 October 2019  Evening Meeting

Only seven members were present at this evening meeting at Hever, but we were fortunate to be  joined by four members of the local band (including Steph and Richard Barclay - just back from their honeymoon). Methods rung ranged from Grandsire and Stedman Doubles to Norwich, Cambridge, Kent, Saint Clements, Double Oxford and Grandsire Minor.

BETCHWORTH - Saturday 14 September 2019  Quarterly Meeting

Although there were only nine ringers present at the start of the afternoon session some useful ringing took place, including a course of Cambridge Minor. With five more ringers arriving before tea time we were able to ring a touch of Stedman Triples and a very respectable half-course of Cambridge Major. In the absence of the Rector, a service of Evensong was coducted by Rev David Evans, with Melvin Hughes playing the organ. Tea and meeting were held in the church, and ringing continued in the evening with Grandsire Triples, spliced Plain and Little Bob Major, Stedman Triples, Double Norwich Court Bob Major, Yorkshire Major and Oxford Bob Triples.  After ringing, refreshment was taken in The Dolphin. 

NEWICK - Saturday 10 August 2019  Evening Meeting

16 members met at Newick (6) for a very convivial evening's ringing which ranged from Rounds and Call Changes to Surprise Minor. The Special Method, Norwich Surprise Minor, was rung three times, with ten different members taking part.

OUTING TO BUCKINGHAMSHIRE - Saturday 13 July 2019  

At 10.00 am, having had a relatively traffic-free journey on the M25 and M40,17 members and friends met for coffee at the Royal Saracens Head in Beaconsfield. At 10.30 we crossed the road to ring at the Parish Church (8, 19-1-20) where Rounds and Call Changes, Grandsire Triples and Stedman Triples were all rung. At 11.45 were were at Hughenden (8, 14-3-19), a pleasant ring in delightful surroundings. Here, Cambridge Surprise Major was added to the repertoire. Lunch was next, at the Crown Inn, Penn, followed by ringing at the nearby church (6, 10 cwt) where a bob course of Cambridge Surprise Minor was the highlight. On next to Chalfont St Giles (8, 7-3-15) where Grandsire, Stedman and Oxford Bob Triples were all rung. The day concluded at Chalfont St Peter (6, 11-0-2) where Plain Bob and Stedman Doubles, Plain Bob, Cambridge Surprise and Norwich Surprise Minor were all rung.

KEYMER, HURSTPIERPONT & THE WICKHAM RING - Saturday 8 June 2019  Evening Meeting

11 members attended this meeting which, unusually, offered the opportunity to ring on threee sets of bells. We are grateful to John Norris for inviting the Guild to experience his mini-ring, connected to a simulator.

CUDHAM - Saturday 13 April 2019  Evening Meeting

16 intrepid members gathered at Cudham (10) for what proved to be an intreresting experience! The acoustics inside the tower are best described as challenging, and several of the bells (particularly the 6 and 8) are extremely difficult to ring. However, it is said that the bells do sound "normal" outside the tower - which is probably just as well for the local inhabitants. Plain Hunt on 9, Grandsire Caters, Stedman Caters and Double Norwich Court Bob Caters were all attempted, with rather limited success. Nevertheless it was a very convivial evening rounded off (as is customary) in the local pub.

CRAWLEY - Annual General Meeting - 9 March 2019

The 2019 AGM was held at Crawley (8), a tower with interesting access (the door from the spiral staircase into the ringing chamber has to be closed to access the steps down to floor level, meaning that only one person at a time can enter or leave) and a very rare example of the type of ringing simulator used for practice during WWII. (See photos in the Photo Gallery.)

After an exceedingly plentiful and sumptuous tea provided by the Crawley band (the jam and cream scones were wonderful) we were ready to start the meeting, which began with members standing in memory of David Tomsett, a Crawley ringer, who had passed away just two days earlier.

As we were one member short of the required quorum of 18 to transact business, Carol Nelson (Lingfield) was promptly elected to the Guild and we were able to move on to the AGM which was completed in around 35 minutes.  All the committee posts were filled, and the planned programme for the next 12 months met with approval from the members. Robin Grant, retiring after nine years as Ringing Master, was thanked by the President (Ray Large) for all he had done for the Guild. Kate Wlls was elected to take over from Robin. 

The ringing was of a fairly good standard both before and after the meeting, with plenty of rounds and call changes for some of the home band and our newest Guild member, a bob course of Cambridge Surprise Major, and plain courses (and touches) of Grandsire, Stedman, Single Oxford Bob Triples and Little Bob Major.

INFORMAL DINNER - Saturday 9 February 2019  

19 members and friends from nine towers in the Guild's area (and one outside) enjoyed a very convivial evening at The Star Inn at Felbridge, kindly arranged by Andrew Brock.

SPELDHURST - Saturday 12 January 2019  Quarterly Meeting

A total of 20 members and friends attended this quarterly meeting at Speldhust. This easy-going ring of eight bells was put to good use in the afternoon when the ringing started at a slightly higher standard than usual. As the Rector was not available to take the service our Chairman, Kate Wills, led a service of Evening Prayer, with Margaret Funnell and Iain Davey reading the lessons. Tea, prepared by the local ringers, was served in the church. The short business meeting followed and one new member was elected - Stephen Newlands, from Cowden. There were fewer members present for the evening ringing which was of a rather disappointing standard. Methods (and principles) rung during the afternoon and evening included: Plain Bob, Little Bob, Double Norwich, Cambridge, Yorkshire and Duffield Major, as well as Grandsire and Stedman Triples, and rounds and call changes.

WITHYHAM - Saturday 8 December 2018  Morning Meeting

17 members attended this morning meeting at Withyham, with its fine ring of eight bells. We were met by Julie Richardson, who was able to stay for the ringing which ranged from call changes to Cambridge Surprise Major. Mince pies and coffee were served halfway through the session, giving members time to socialise.

OUTWOOD and BURSTOW - Saturday 10 November 2018  Evening Meeting

In a break from tradition, two towers were visited on this very wet evening in November. At the very light ring of four at Outwood a variety of minimus methods were rung, including Plain Bob, Double Bob and Double Court. Moving on to Burstow, a notoriously difficult ring of six, methods including Plain Bob and Cambridge were rung. The humid conditions meant that the bell frame had tightened up and the bells were considerably easier to ring than they were during the hot, dry summer of 2018. A total of 14 ringers rang at the two towers.

WEST HOATHLY - Saturday 13 October 2018  Evening Meeting

It was a warm October evening when ten members arrived to ring on the six bells at West Hoathly. Call changes, Plain Bob Minor, St Clements. Double Court, Double Oxford, Stedman, Cambridge and Norwich were all rung.

Although relatively few members were presnt for the early part of the afternoon session, around 16 members attended the service of BCP Evening Prayer led by the vicar, Kathryn Percival. Lessons were read by Rosalind Cowsill and Kate Wills. 18 members sat down to tea in the Miller Room at the rear of the church and this was followed by the business meeting which was concluded in the record time of ten minutes! Ringing continued until just after 7.30 pm, with Double Norwich Court Bob Major, Stedman Triples, Cambridge Major and Middlesex Bob Triples being among the methods rung.

WALDRON - Saturday 11 August 2018  Evening Meeting

OUTING TO BASINGSTOKE AREA - Saturday 14 July 2018

HARTFIELD and COLEMAN'S HATCH - Saturday 9 June 2018  Quarterly Meeting

About 18 members of the Guild met at Hartfield at 3 pm to ring on these easy-going bells. Methods rung included Plain Bob Doubles, Stedman, and Norwich Surprise Minor. There were also rounds, call changes and Plain Hunt for the less experienced members. At 4.30 pm a service of Choral Evensong was held at Coleman's Hatch, led by the Rector Julie Sear with assistance from the resident organist, Barry Tilston. Lessons were read by Andrew Brock (Vice President) and Kate Wills (Chairman). Tea, prepared by Ros and Roger Cowsill (with help from Lynda Johnson) was taken in the church hall where we were joined by the Rector, the organist and the local cat. The business meeting commenced just after 6 pm with Kate Wills taking charge. Matters discussed ranged from the Guild Outing to be held on 14 July in the Basingstoke area, the annual meeting of the Central Council of Church Bell Ringers (at Lancaster in May) and the recently enacted General Data Protection Regulation. One new member was elected - Dr Christopher Westwood, from Hartfield. Moving to the tower at Coleman's Hatch ringing included Plain Hunt on 7, touches of Stedman Triples, Double Oxford Court Bob Triples, and Double Norwich Court Bob Major and a half-course of Yorkshire Surprise Major. A total of 24 members attended during the afternoon and evening, and the standard of ringing was generally good. The bells were lowered at 8 pm, whereupon a group of members retired to the Hatch Inn for some well-earned refreshment.  

LOWER BEEDING - Saturday 14 April 2018  Evening Meeting

12 members of the Guild took the opportunity to ring on these interesting bells. Although usually regarded as a ring of eight bells, there are acctually nine bells hung for full circle ringing. In 1885 the Belgian bell founder Severin van Aerschodt cast and installed a complete ring of eight bells, with an additional bell (a sharp 5) for the chiming apparatus. In 1926 Gillett and Johnston recast the treble, 2, 5 and tenor. Although the 5# was originally hung dead, in 2000 it was hung for ringing so it is now possible to ring a true diatonic Belgian five: 3, 4, 5#, 6, 7. The first ringing of the evening was a 120 of Reverse Canterbury Doubles on this five. Later Plain Bob Minimus was rung on the "chromatic four" (4, 5#, 5 and 6), and Grandsire Caters was rung on all nine bells - with interesting musical results. Other ringing icluded Stedman Triples and Double Norwich Court Bob Major.

Afterwards, refreshment was taken at The Plough, just across the road from the church.

EDENBRIDGE - Saturday 10 March 2018  Annual General Meeting

A total of 29 members attended the AGM at Edenbridge, where we were warmly welcomed by the Tower Captain, Richard Dyson. Ringing commenced at 3.00 pm under te direction of the Ringing Master, Robin Grant.  At 4.30 the Vicar, Father Stephen Mitchell, led a service of Evensong, accompanied by Paul Isom on the organ. Following tea (taken in the church), the AGM commenced at 6.00 pm. As a result of the recent death of the Chairman of the Guild, David Threlfall, the chair was taken by the President, Ray Large. The meeting began with all present standing in silence in memorty of David.  Five new members were elected: Andrew Wickenden (Cowden); Philippa Nelson (Lingfield); Richard Dyson (Edenbridge); Jonathan Large (Bramley, Hampshire); and Emma Tamkin (Speldhurst), and those present were welcomed to the Guild by the President. Kate Wills was elected Chairman of the Guild and immediately took over the Chair from Ray, following which Milica Reardon was elected to take over from Kate as Assistant Secretary. An additional committee member, David Finch, was also elected. All other officers were re-elected. After a short discussion it was agreed to raise the membership subscription from £3 to £5, with effect from 2019. Kate Wills gave details of Guild Clothing, and handed out order forms. The meeting closed at 7.00 pm and ringing continued until 8.00 pm, following which members adjourned to "The Old Eden" for welcome refreshmant.

INFORMAL DINNER - Saturday 10 February 2018  

15 members enjoyed a very pleasant evening at The George and Dragon, Spedhurst, organised by the Guild's Treasurer, Mike Bullett.  Andrew Brock, a Vice President of the Guild, proposed a toast to "Absent Friends" - Margaret Large, Jean Kimber and David Threlfall - all of whom had passed away in the previous twelve months.

BALCOMBE  -  Saturday 13 January 2018  Quarterly Meeting 

Considering the date the weather was kind to us at Balcombe, and 16 members assembled to ring on this rather pleasant eight. Tea was taken in the church and this was followed by the business meeting, chaired by Mike Bullett (as David Threlfall was away on holiday). It was agreed that the Guild should try to arrange an informal dinner on 10 February in place of the evening meeting. The Secretary circulated a "suggested" programme for meetings in 2018 - 2019 and members made some helpful comments. Ringing continued for an hour after the meeting.

BUCKLAND  -  Saturday 9 December 2017  Morning Meeting 

Winter had come and it was cold and frosty! However this did not deter the 12 stalwart members who came from far and wide to ring on this light six. Coffee, sandwiches, mince pies and chocolate biscuits were served mid-morning.  Ringing ranged from call changes, through St Nicholas Minor, to London Surprise, and was of a higher standard than at some recent meetings.

PENSHURST  -  Saturday 11 November 2017  Evening Meeting 

On a very dark and dismal evening 12 members of the Guild met to ring the challenging bells at Penshurst, half-muffled ready for Remembrance Sunday. Methods ranging from Grandsire Triples to Yorkshire Surprise Major were rung with varying degrees of success. 

FRANT  -  Saturday 14 October 2017  Evening Meeting 

A very pleasant evening was enjoyed by 12 members of the Guild.

CATERHAM VALLEY (St John)  -  Saturday 9 September 2017  Quarterly Meeting 

A total of 20 members attended during the afternoon and evening. There was a wide variety of ringing to suit all abilities organised by the Guild Chairman (David Threlfall) in the absence of the Ringing Master (Robin Grant). It had not been possible to arrange for a service on this occasion so ringing continued until 5 pm rather than the more usual 4.30 pm. Tea was taken in the Church Hall, with members of the local band doing all the hard work of setting out chairs and tables and presiding over the teapot. The business meeting was short and uneventful, and one member commented that perhaps we could follow the example set by the Sussex Association and have only one business meeting each year, with any new members being elected at the other meetings. Following the business meeting ringing continued until 8 pm.

SLAUGHAM  -  Saturday 12 August 2017  Evening Meeting 

12 Members met at Slaugham on this very pleasant summer evening.  It was good to see Adrian Grant on a visit from his new home in New Zealand.  Methods rung included Double Norwich and Little Bob Major.

MARESFIELD  -  Saturday 8 July 2017  Evening Meeting 

13 Members met on a very pleasant summer evening to ring on the eight at Maresfield. The long draught proved to be something of a challenge, but there was, nevertheless, some good ringing. Methods rung included Oxford Bob Triples, Middlesex Bob Triples, Stedman Triples, Double Norwich Court Bob Major and Cambridge Surprise Major (and minor). Unusually, there were no takers for rounds and call changes this month.  It was very pleasing that our President, Ray Large, was able to attend. By 8.20 all present had worked up a good thirst, so we adjourned to The Chequers for some welcome refreshment.

LIMPSFIELD CHART  -  Saturday 10 June 2017  Evening Meeting 

Following the Anniversary Dinner the previous day, and a peal in the morning it was, perhaps, not surprising that only nine members ventured to Limpsfield Chart for this evening meeting. Nevertheless a good variety of methods was rung, including Cambridge and Surfleet Surprise and spliced Plain and Little Bob. Once again the local hostelry disappointed as it was closed for a private function. However, the Bull at Limpsfield proved a satisfactory alternative.

PEAL TO MARK THE 90th ANNIVERSARY OF THE GUILD - Saturday 10 June

On the morning after the 90th Anniversary Dinner a peal of Grandsire Triples was rung at Colemans Hatch. Click here for details  Click here for photo of the band

90th ANNIVERSARY DINNER  -  Friday 9 June 2017  Crowne Plaza, Felbridge

32 Members and friends attended the dinner in the comfortable surroundings of the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Felbridge, just outside East Grinstead. The Guest of Honour was Christopher O'Mahony, President of the Central Council of Church Bell Ringers.

After the meal the President of the Guild, Ray Large, welcomed all present and proposed the Loyal Toast. Christopher O'Mahony responded with a very witty speech and went on to propose a toast to "The Guild". The Chairman of the Guild, David Threlfall, responded.

An Anniversary Cake, baked and beautifully decorated by Sheila Marsh (a member from Lingfield) was cut by the President and enjoyed by all.

As usual, members had donated prizes for a raffle and more than £130 was raised for the Guild's Rope Fund.  

Click here for photos

NEWDIGATE  -  Saturday 8 April 2017  Evening Meeting 

14 members attended this evening meeting at one of the western outposts of the Guild area. Methods rung included Norwich and Beverley Surprise, Double Oxford, and St Clements. Sadly there was no real ale availble at The Six Bells, across the road from the church.

EAST GRINSTEAD  -  Saturday 11 March 2017  Annual General Meeting

A total of 28 members of the Guild attended.  Ringing began at 3.30 under the direction of the Ringing Master, Robin Grant.  Sadly, the ringing was not of a very high standard as few of our members are experienced on 12 bells, and some people found the bells difficult. At 4.45 a service of Evening Prayer was conducted by the Vicar of East Grinstead, Rev Andrew Hawken, who preached a very interesting sermon. Prayers were said for Margaret Large, President of the Guild, who had died on 4 February. We are grateful to Andrew Brock for playing the piano for the two hymns. Tea was taken in the Church Hall, and  despite the fact that only 18 members had notified the Secretary that they would require tea, 27 people were actually catered for. The business meeting commenced at 6.35 pm. with David Threlfall in the chair. Two new members were welcomed to the Guild: Betty Green (East Grinstead) and Milica Reardon (Caterham, St John). Ray Large was unanimously elected President and thanked those present for their confidence in him. All other officers of the Guild were re-elected. The Secretary gave brief details of the meeting programme for 2017/18, and of the 90th Anniversary Dinner which is to take place on Friday 9 June at the Felbridge Hotel. The meeting closed at 7.21 pm. Ringing continued at East Grinstead until 8.15. The Minutes of the meeting will be available soon in the "Minutes and Agendas" section of this website.

DITCHLING  -  Saturday 11 February 2017  Evening Meeting 

Eleven stalwart members of the Guild braved inclement weather to ring at this curious anti-clockwise ring of eight.  The 7 and 8 were cast by Lester and Pack in 1766 at the Whitechapel Foundry; the 3, 4, 5 and 6 were cast at the Croydon foundry of Gillett & Co in 1884 and replaced bells cast by Robert Patrick (a cheesemonger by trade) at Whitechapel in about 1780; while the treble and 2 were added by Gillett & Johnston in 1914.  Strangely the 2 (at about 5 cwt) is heavier than the treble, and the treble, 3, 4, 5 and 6 all weigh in at just over 4 cwt.  The 7 is about 6 cwt and the tenor almost 8 cwt. Curious indeed!

Anti-clockwise rings always cause a few problems, and at Ditchling these problems are exacerbated by the rather awkward positioning of the treble and tenor ropes.  Nevertheless, some respectable ringing was achieved - though perhaps the course of Double Norwich is best forgotten.

LIMPSFIELD  -  Saturday 14 January 2017  Quarterly Meeting

This Quarterly meeting was held at Limpsfield.  Ringing began shortly after 3 pm under the direction of the Master, Robin Grant.  The small ringing chamber was quickly filled with members and visitors and methods up to Cambridge and Norwich Surprise Minor were rung, as well as rounds and call changes for the less experienced ringers.  Some ringers (of all abilities) experienced difficulies with the second and fourth bells, which both have a tendency for the ropes to slip their wheels.  At 4.30 pm a service of Evensong was conducted by the Rector, Fr. James Percival who also played the organ for the two hymns.  19 people sat down to tea in the Milennium Room, with Marianne Bell and Lynda Boast (ringers at Limpsfield) providing welcome cups of tea,  The Business Meeting, chaired by David Threlfall, commenced just after 6 pm.  Two new members were elected: Barbara Taylor (Coulsdon) and Christopher Cooper (nominated prior to a peal at Withyham on 7 January).  Members were pleased to hear that Ollie Watson (aged 13) had rung in this peal - his first attempt.  Details and photo here. After the business meeting had finished, ringing continued until 8 pm.  A total of 27 ringers signed the Meeting Book.  Minutes of the meeting can be found here.

TONBRIDGE  -  CAROL SERVICE  -  Saturday 10 December 2016

This joint meeting with the Tonbridge District of the Kent Association was well supported.  Ringing on the excellent 19 cwt ring of eight commenced at 4.30 pm, and ranged from rounds and call changes to surprise major.  The carol service was even better attended, with a good selection of carols for all to sing, and readings by members of the Guild and the Kent Association.  After the service, mulled wine and mince pies were served in a very pleasant room at the back of the church.

GODSTONE  -  Saturday 12 November 2016  Evening Meeting

As only six members were present at 6.30 p.m. a quarter peal of Stedman Doubles was attempted, but this was unsuccessful.  Further ringing on the back six continued until about 7.25 when two more members arrived.  Various methods were rung including Single Oxford Bob Triples, Cambridge Surprise Major and spliced Little and Plain Bob Major.

COWFOLD  -  Saturday 8 October 2016  Evening Meeting

Before this evening meeting, six members of the Guild rang a quarter peal of Julie McDonnell Doubles in support of the "Strike back against blood cancer" campaign.  Details on BellBoard.

Following the quarter peal the band was joined by a further seven members of the Guild and ringing ranged from call changes to London Surprise Minor.  We were pleased to welcome Ros Cowsill, who gave a very favourable report of Roger's recovery following his recent surgery, and members signed a "Get Well" card for him.

COLEMANS HATCH  -  Saturday 10 September 2016  Quartely Meeting

Rearranged at short notice owing to the unavailability of Fletching bells, this Quarterly meeting was attended by 18 members and friends.  Unfortunately it was not possible to arrange for a service, but a splendid tea was provided by Ros and Roger Cowsill and Ros's mum and dad.  At the short business meeting members decided that the 90th Anniversary Dinner should be held at the Felbridge Hotel (near East Grinstead) on FRIDAY 9 JUNE 2017.  This would be preceded by a peal attempt, probably at Colemans Hatch.  It was also announced that a booking had been made for members of the Guild to visit the Whitechapel Bell Foundry on Saturday 12 August 2017 at 1.15pm.  25 tickets would be available at £15 each. [This date was subsequently changed to 18 February owing to the pending closure of the Foundry]. Minutes of the meeting can be found here.

MAYFIELD  -  Saturday 13 August 2016  Evening Meeting

14 members and 5 non-members met at Mayfield for this evening practice.  Methods rung included Yorkshire, Double Norwich, Single Oxford Bob Triples, Plain and Little (spliced). plus the usual fare of Stedman, Grandsire Plain Bob Triples and Major and Cambridge Minor.

2016 GUILD OUTING to Surrey  -  Saturday 9 July 2016

The Guild Outing, organised by the Chairman, took place on Saturday 9th of July, a fine sunny day. Approximately 15% of our members attended to have an enjoyable day of ringing at Cobham, Stoke d"Abernon, Ashtead, Epsom (St Martin of Tours) and Banstead.

The Ringing Master ensured that all present had a good ring at all the towers with ringing ranging from call changes to surtprise.

There were two venues for lunch in Ashtead, with 40 per cent choosing a fish and chip retaurant and the rest choosing The Woodman pub.  Those dining at the pub found they had a part-owner with them and were delighted to get a 20% discount off their food and drink!

The afternoon towers were the most challenging: Epsom has ten bells; and Banstead had the heaviest tenor of the day. We were therefore grateful that refreshments were available at the end of the church drive before heading home.

CHIDDINGSTONE  -  Saturday 11 June 2016  Quarterly Meeting

Approximately 12 members were present for the afternoon ringing, which ranged from Rounds and Call Changes to Double Norwich. At 4.30 the vicar, Martin Beaumont, presided at Evensong, with Bob Wilson playing the organ. The two lessons were read by Roger Cowsill and Kate Desbottes. 16 people sat down to tea, which was taken at the rear of the church. This was followed by the Quarterly Business Meeting which was held in the chapel at the foot of the tower. As well as the usual business, the Chairman gave details of the Guild Outing to the Epsom area on 9 July, members discussed an application from Bletchingley for a grant from the Guild's Rope Fund, and the Secretary, Patrick Wills, gave a demonstration of the new Guild Website he had designed and implemented.  This resulted in a longer than usual meeting with less than half an hour available for ringing afterwards.  Some members then adjourned to the Kentish Horse at Markbeech for well-earned refreshment.  Minutes of the meeting can be found here.

BUXTED  -  Saturday 9 April 2016  Evening Meeting

16 members were present.  The Master, Robin Grant, supervised.  Rounds & call changes and methods from Grandsire to Double Norwich were rung with varying degrees of success.

The Pig and Butcher at Five Ash Down proved to be a popular watering hole afterwards.

BLETCHINGLEY  -  Saturday 12 March 2016  Annual General Meeting

A total of 25 members attended, including our President, Margaret Large.  Ringing began at 3.00 pm under the direction of the Ringing Master, Robin Grant.  Good use was made of this easy-going ring of ten.  At 4.30 a service of Choral Evensong, led by the Rector, Peter Moseling, was held in the church.  This was followed by tea (also in the church) and the business meeting which was held in the tower.  Minutes of the meeting can be found here.

Further ringing continued until 8.30, when some members adjourned to The Whyte Harte for well-earned refreshment.

THE ANNUAL DINNER  -  Saturday 13 February 2016  Rowfant House

27 Members and friends attended the dinner, and a very convivial evening was enjoyed by all. As usual, members had donated prizes for a raffle and more than £100 was raised. 

WARNHAM  -  Saturday 9 January 2016  Quarterly Meeting

A total of 23 members attended.  Ringing began at 3.00 pm under the direction of the Ringing Master, Robin Grant.  A service of Evening Prayer was conducted by the Curate, Rosemary Cattell, in the church at 4.30 pm.  Following the service tea was taken in the Parish Room.  This was followed by the quarterly business meting, and Minutes of the meeting can be found here.  Ringing followed until 8.15 pm.  The Sussex Oak was a popular venue afterwards.