By Nikki Thomas on 20-Jul-2019 - The wonderful new training centre at St Peter Mancroft in the heart of Norwich has now been up and running for over six months. We’ve had over 1300 visitors and have run many different sessions to give ringers from East Anglia and beyond the chance to practise on specially designed training bells. The diary is […] Read more
By Roger Booth on 27-Feb-2017 - This half-day workshop to be tutored by Roger Booth is open to anyone interested in teaching others with the assistance of a simulator. It explains the various items of hardware and software available, and their advantages and disadvantages, as well as troubleshooting common setting up problems. The emphasis is on giving people hands on experience. […] Read more
By Gaye Soule on 22-Mar-2016 - For the past three years I have participated in our annual, district striking competition – the first time being six months after commencing to learn to ring. Each time our tower, comprised of relatively new ringers, has entered the rounds/call changes category. I am reminded each year what a great learning activity this proves to […] Read more
By Susan Read on 07-Sep-2015 - Many ringers just think of simulators as an expedient, allowing practice without annoying the neighbours. However, they offer a lot more. Indeed, the use of sensors combined with sophisticated software allows all kinds of practice and learning, whether individually or as a band, that are just not possible with real bells. Graham Nabb, with advice […] Read more