The Bells of St Laurence’s, Ludlow

The tower of St. Laurence’s contains one of the finest rings of 8 bells in the country. They were cast by Abraham Rudhall of Gloucester in 1732, with a tenor, or largest bell, weighing 25cwt, in the key of D. The bells have significant historical interest and feature in the early development of change ringing.

Oh come you home of Sunday
When Ludlow streets are still
And Ludlow bells are calling
To farm and lane and mill.

AE Housman

An appeal is currently underway to augment the bells from 8 to 10 in the key of E, to create a lighter ring which will allow some younger members to ring more effectively. The present bells are very heavy!

For more information contact:

Keith Goode

Parishes Office,

2 College Street,
Ludlow
Tel: 01584 872073