1957 - re-tuning and re-hanging of Chiseldon Bells |
Tenor - 1667 |
No. 2 - 1652 |
No. 4 - 1613 |
No. 3 - 1610 |
Treble 1937, No.. 5 - is undated, but pre.1400 |
In February 1957 the bells were taken down for re-tuning. From the tower records: On Saturday the 15th June 1957 was held the re-dedication of the Bells by the Archdeacon of Wilts, the Rev.C.A. Plaxton. The Bells had been tuned, and rehung in a new Iron Frame on ball bearings, by Messrs Taylor & Co of Loughborough, at a cost of £699. Also a new Floor beneath the Bells, had been erected by Mr.H.A.Archer Also a new Stairway had been erected, to replace the ladder leading to the Ringing Loft. The Stairway was presented by Mr A. Bryant, and erected by Messrs J & K Court. |
modified 27 January 2008 |