Fun With Bells - Bell And Handbell Ringing Interviews

Is Phil Gay a typical ringer, an atypical ringer or just total legend? Show host Cathy finds out as she delves into a ringing life very well lived.From inventing a mobile belfry, developing the Keele Ringing Summer School, teaching his family to ring and hanging his own mini-ring in his garage to notching up 1000 peals, Phil has made a massive contribution to ringing both locally and nationally. And that’s without mentioning his years of service at the Central Council of Church Bell Ringers.Yes, not every one of his innovations has been taken forward, but Phil still has plenty of ideas. In particular, we just can’t wait to see Phil’s quick erection model!Top 5 TakeawaysConsider running a separate practice for learners once they start attending the tower practice night – this will help them correct any bell handing issues and give them more rope timeHelp retain your ringers by being accepting – if someone can’t make every practice or Sunday think about the positive contribution that they can makeFind out more