What happens when you learn to ring!

Ringing opens up a world of opportunities and experiences.

1

Find your band

Most areas have a local ringing group that meets regularly. Look to see if there is a youth group near you who can direct you to the right place. You can also look on your local association website.

Middlesex Band
Ringing World National Youth Contest, 2024 in London (Roger Lawson)
2

Get practicing!

Practice makes perfect! Attend regular practices, and you’ll quickly pick up the basics of ringing.

Ringing Action Shot
Ringing World National Youth Contest, 2023 in York (Roger Lawson)
3

Make friends

Bell ringing is a sure-fire way to make friends and be part of a community. You’ll meet people of all ages as well as other young ringers who share your interest in ringing.

Young ringers smiling together
Ringing World National Youth Contest, 2025 in Birmingham (Roger Lawson)
4

Compete

After some practice, you could even start competing in ringing competitions, which are held at local, regional and national levels.

St Paul's Steps RWNYC 2024
Ringing World National Youth Contest, 2025 in Birmingham (Roger Lawson)
5

Travel and explore

Ring in other towers across the UK and beyond.

St Paul's Steps RWNYC 2024
Ringing World National Youth Contest, 2024 in London (Roger Lawson)