Please help us to keep a cherished village tradition alive.

The bell restoration committee are raising £12,000 on behalf of St Peter's Parish Church, West Lydford to repair and restore the church bells.

St Peter’s Church, nestled in the heart of West Lydford, Somerset, is calling on the support of friends, neighbours and local businesses to help safeguard one of the village’s most treasured traditions—the ringing of its historic church bells. Since Elizabethan times, these bells have marked moments of joy, sorrow, and celebration, weaving themselves into the fabric of village life. Today, urgent restoration is needed to prevent them from falling silent.

The bells, which have echoed through countless weddings, services, and special occasions, now require essential repairs. Without community intervention, this tradition faces an uncertain future.

To ensure the bells continue to ring out for generations to come, St Peter’s Church must raise £12,000 to fund vital restoration work.

Donations of any size are gratefully received. Every contribution brings us closer to our goal and helps safeguard the future of St Peter’s bells for generations to come.

We would also be deeply grateful if you could share this appeal with others who may wish to help. Your generosity will make a lasting difference to West Lydford’s community spirit and traditions.

It is our intention to acknowledge everyone who can contribute to our fundraising appeal in a commemorative roll of honour, which will have pride of place by the belltower steps in the church. This will serve as a lasting tribute to all those who help secure the future sound of St Peter’s bells for generations to come. If you do not wish your name to be included please donate anonymously or contact us to let us know at ralphberry@btinternet.com

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For further details, please contact:

Ralph Berry, St Peter’s Church Warden Tel: 07530 296885 ralphberry@btinternet.com

Kevin Rowbottom, Tel: 07813455676, kevinrowbottom@hotmail.com