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Tours of the bell tower in Ledbury

Ledbury Church Tower, Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DP

  • 15 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

On Sunday 15th September, all five levels of this 13th century tower will be open to visitors via a guided tour.

You can visit the permanent bellringing exhibition on the ground floor of the tower (open every day, 0900 to 1700) which will introduce you to the history and culture of bellringing in this country and to a number of unusual local stories about ringing. The exhibition will also help you to understand what skills and knowledge lie behind the sound of the bells which is so familiar in our town.

On the afternoon of Sunday 15th September, you can take part in a tour of the tower which will culminate in a visit to the parapet from which you will see spectacular views of Ledbury and the surrounding area.

Timings & Tours

Sunday 15 September:
1300, 1400 & 1500

Location & directions

Ledbury Church Tower, Church Lane, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1DP

Directions:
There is no parking at the church. The tower can be found at the end of Church Lane in Ledbury, next to the church. There are various options for public parking in the tower.
Contact on day:
Tim Keyes
Telephone number:
+447577720154

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
You may book your free place by emailing the Tower Captain, Tim Keyes. All those attending a tour need to read a Tower Guidance Guide sheet for visitors and sign that they are aware of any risks entailed. The tour involves, for instance, climbing many steps and negotiating some uneven floors. All visitors should be 12 or older.
Booking contact name:
Tim Keyes
Booking telephone number:
+447577720154
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking opens:
12 Aug 2024 12:00 AM
Booking closes:
12 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

You need to climb 115 steps to reach the parapet of the tower. You can decide to stop and come down again at any level. We rely on you being aware of your own physical limitations in terms of health and stamina!

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
15
Est. tour duration:
0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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