Handbell ringers appeal for new ringers

Burbage Handbell Ringers, who are linked with Christchurch, Burbage, Buxton are appealing for more ringers. Unfortunately, during Covid lockdowns their numbers have dropped. This means they are unable to continue to play the music they did pre-pandemic. The team’s history goes back more than a century. The tower bell ringers bought a set of handbells to practice with when they couldn’t use the big bells. Now they are mostly used for tune ringing including classic and traditional songs and carols.
In the past they have played at Chatsworth House, Buxton Community School and Burbage Harvest Festival.

New ringers do not need to be able to read music but should be available for practice for two hours each week. Anyone who is interested in joining the team should ring  07967106297