Bellringing at the Bell Tower, Perth
We are the Bell Tower Ringers, the house band
at the Bell Tower in Perth, Western Australia.
Returning ringers and beginners are welcome!
The Bell Tower Ringers
We are the band that rings the bells at the Bell Tower. The tower is Western Australia’s state tower and we ring the bells for important civic occasions as a service to our community.
We practise the art of change ringing, a style of bell ringing that combines music, maths and physical exercise.
Our members range in age from teenagers to people in their eighties, and are from all walks of life.
The society is an independent incorporated body under the leadership of an elected tower captain and committee.
Our current tower captain is Michael Collinson. Please contact Mike with any queries about the society and ringing with us at the Bell Tower.
Listen to the 16 bells being rung together:
Ringing times
We ring the bells at the following times:
Thursdays
12.00 – 13.00 (General ringing)
Sundays
10.30 – 11.30 (General ringing)
12.00 – 13.00 (Learning to ring and simulator training)
Please contact the tower captain for confirmation and more information if you are not already on our email list.
We ring on other days by arrangement. Please see our calendar for more information.
Visiting ringers
Visiting ringers are always warmly welcomed, regardless of proficiency. Please send us an email in advance so that we can confirm ringing is taking place, look out for you, and ensure that reception staff do not request the admission fee! Our much sought-after souvenir ringing shirts are available for $50 each.
Please let us know if you are interested in ringing a quarter peal.
We look forward to welcoming you at the Bell Tower!
Acknowledgements
- David Nicolson; Shutterpups (photographers)
- Tony Murray-Feist
- Irene Mackenzie
- Heather Patman
- Richard Offen
Acknowledgement of Country
The Bell Tower Ringers acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we ring, and their continuing connection to the land and river. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.