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Thanks for that
Being able to 'strike' your bell at just the right time is a key part of ringing. We even have 'striking competitions' between more experienced bands - these can be a bit nerve-wracking.
It is a nice hobby. It's social, mainly secular (in case you wondered) and really satisfying once you've got a grasp of the basics. Inter-generational too - at last Tuesday's practice, I had 11 year olds ringing alongside Mike who's well into his 80's.
An amusing idea, a secular church ringing its bells to remind its customers when it is time not to bother coming to prayers.
There must be a sitcom in that, maybe Clarkson preaching to the empty pews?
I'd better get my coat....
Bruce