The Association has an active and experienced Bell Restoration Committee (BRC) headed by the Bell Restoration Officer (BRO). The BRC administers the Bell Restoration Fund (BRF), which meets twice a year (usually March and October) to review applications for grants. This includes bells not hung for full circle ringing.
The BRC undertakes inspections and offers advice and practical assistance on bell matters throughout the Diocese of London. In addition the BRC can provide experienced volunteer labour which can save many thousands of pounds on major projects.
Courses on bell maintenance are available either as part of the Training Programme or tailored to meet individual tower needs (e.g. a newly appointed Steeple Keeper).
District representatives
North & East
Guy Wells
07983 500954
N&EBRCRep1@bellringing.london
Harry Baulcombe
07871 572009
N&EBRCRep2@bellringing.london
South & West
Ray Pearce
07909 036633
S&WBRCRep1@bellringing.london
Richard Jones
07702 230011
S&WBRCRep2@bellringing.london
Equipment
The committee has an industrial vacuum cleaner, a circular saw and a folding ladder. These are available for use in towers via the BRO.