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Devon Guild: A Sesquicentennial Celebration
Manage episode 444471747 series 2485960
In this delightful episode, host Cathy Booth chats with Martin Mansley, AKA Helen’s Dad, about his lifelong journey in ringing.
Born into a ringing family, Martin attended his first practice at just six weeks old and has never looked back! This engaging episode explores a variety of topics, from the Devon Guild’s 150th anniversary celebrations to the intricacies of Ellacombe Chimes and the distinctions between The Guild of Devonshire Ringers and Devon Association striking competitions.
If you’ve ever wondered about the role and benefits of Guilds and Associations in ringing, this episode makes a compelling case. It also touches on preserving traditions, fostering collaboration, and breaking new ground. Plus, after listening, you might find yourself wanting your own drone photograph!
Top takeaways
- If you’re used to raising the bells in Bristol fashion, why not experiment with ringing up Devon style?
- Interested in finding out new ways for your Association or Guild to connect directly with your ringers? Check out the Devon Guild’s new membership subscription service for some inspiration Guild of Devonshire Ringers (devonringers.org.uk)
- If you’re thinking of ways to bring your towers, districts, and associations together, how about putting together a Ringer’s Choir for your Christmas service.
- Interested in finding out more about Ellacombe Chimes take a look at the Association of Ringing Teachers website Association of Ringing Teachers :: Ellacombe chimes
- Has your tower or association got a milestone anniversary coming up? For some great ideas on how to celebrate go to the website Guild 150th Anniversary - Guild of Devonshire Ringers (devonringers.org.uk)
Podcast team:
Anne Tansley Thomas
Emily Roderick
John Gwynne
Emily Watts
Cathy Booth
Ringing by:
The Cambridge Youths (supplied by David Richards) and for later episodes, The Liliputters Guild (supplied by Simon Edwards).
Kapitler
1. Devon Guild: A Sesquicentennial Celebration (00:00:00)
2. Ringing by the Society of Cambridge Youths (00:00:22)
3. Welcome to Fun With Bells Podcast (00:00:29)
4. History of the Devon Guild (00:00:39)
5. Impact on Modern Ringing (00:01:47)
6. Call Change Tradition in Devon (00:02:31)
7. Guild and Association Collaboration (00:03:41)
8. Devon Ringers Council Formation (00:04:33)
9. Method vs Call Change Competitions (00:04:53)
10. Founding Members of the Devon Guild (00:05:55)
11. Ellicombe Chimes Explained (00:07:14)
12. 150th Anniversary Celebrations (00:07:43)
13. Fundraising and Book Launch (00:08:13)
14. The Book: Devon Bell Ringing 1874-2023 (00:09:29)
15. Modernizing the Devon Guild (00:11:00)
16. Technology in Bell Ringing (00:12:03)
17. New Membership Subscription System (00:12:33)
18. Martin's Personal Ringing Journey (00:13:56)
19. Ringing Across Different Regions (00:14:35)
20. Martin's Roles and Responsibilities in the Guild (00:16:21)
21. Annual General Meeting Evolution (00:17:23)
22. Family Tradition in Bell Ringing (00:20:19)
23. Final 2 questions (00:20:44)
24. Conclusion and Thanks (00:21:40)
79 episoder
Manage episode 444471747 series 2485960
In this delightful episode, host Cathy Booth chats with Martin Mansley, AKA Helen’s Dad, about his lifelong journey in ringing.
Born into a ringing family, Martin attended his first practice at just six weeks old and has never looked back! This engaging episode explores a variety of topics, from the Devon Guild’s 150th anniversary celebrations to the intricacies of Ellacombe Chimes and the distinctions between The Guild of Devonshire Ringers and Devon Association striking competitions.
If you’ve ever wondered about the role and benefits of Guilds and Associations in ringing, this episode makes a compelling case. It also touches on preserving traditions, fostering collaboration, and breaking new ground. Plus, after listening, you might find yourself wanting your own drone photograph!
Top takeaways
- If you’re used to raising the bells in Bristol fashion, why not experiment with ringing up Devon style?
- Interested in finding out new ways for your Association or Guild to connect directly with your ringers? Check out the Devon Guild’s new membership subscription service for some inspiration Guild of Devonshire Ringers (devonringers.org.uk)
- If you’re thinking of ways to bring your towers, districts, and associations together, how about putting together a Ringer’s Choir for your Christmas service.
- Interested in finding out more about Ellacombe Chimes take a look at the Association of Ringing Teachers website Association of Ringing Teachers :: Ellacombe chimes
- Has your tower or association got a milestone anniversary coming up? For some great ideas on how to celebrate go to the website Guild 150th Anniversary - Guild of Devonshire Ringers (devonringers.org.uk)
Podcast team:
Anne Tansley Thomas
Emily Roderick
John Gwynne
Emily Watts
Cathy Booth
Ringing by:
The Cambridge Youths (supplied by David Richards) and for later episodes, The Liliputters Guild (supplied by Simon Edwards).
Kapitler
1. Devon Guild: A Sesquicentennial Celebration (00:00:00)
2. Ringing by the Society of Cambridge Youths (00:00:22)
3. Welcome to Fun With Bells Podcast (00:00:29)
4. History of the Devon Guild (00:00:39)
5. Impact on Modern Ringing (00:01:47)
6. Call Change Tradition in Devon (00:02:31)
7. Guild and Association Collaboration (00:03:41)
8. Devon Ringers Council Formation (00:04:33)
9. Method vs Call Change Competitions (00:04:53)
10. Founding Members of the Devon Guild (00:05:55)
11. Ellicombe Chimes Explained (00:07:14)
12. 150th Anniversary Celebrations (00:07:43)
13. Fundraising and Book Launch (00:08:13)
14. The Book: Devon Bell Ringing 1874-2023 (00:09:29)
15. Modernizing the Devon Guild (00:11:00)
16. Technology in Bell Ringing (00:12:03)
17. New Membership Subscription System (00:12:33)
18. Martin's Personal Ringing Journey (00:13:56)
19. Ringing Across Different Regions (00:14:35)
20. Martin's Roles and Responsibilities in the Guild (00:16:21)
21. Annual General Meeting Evolution (00:17:23)
22. Family Tradition in Bell Ringing (00:20:19)
23. Final 2 questions (00:20:44)
24. Conclusion and Thanks (00:21:40)
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