For nearly five centuries the bells of St. John the Baptist Church have marked the rhythm of village life. From the two bells recorded in 1553 to the six-bell ring heard today, their story reflects changing technology, war, restoration and the determination of local people to preserve a cherished tradition. This article traces the history of the church bells and the people who kept them ringing.
The History of Armitage-with-Handsacre Parish
People, Places and Stories from a Staffordshire Parish