Peal Collection

Loughborough - Bell-ringing - World Record Change-ringers
Bellringing - World Record Change-ringers - who produced a peal of 18, 027 Stedman Caters - rung in 12 hours and 18 minutes at All Saints, Loughborough on Easter Monday - 12th April, 1909

Lady Bellringers at Petworth Parish Church - 4 August 1946
Three ladies holding their bell ropes, ready to start ringing George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N26809

Alexandra Fira

Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
GUL174585 Ms Hunter 229 f.21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v Detail showing musicians, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
GUL174586 Ms Hunter 229 f.21v Detail showing musicians, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School

Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c. 1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum)
GUL175490 Ms Hunter 229 f.21v David tuning his harp, from the Hunterian Psalter, c.1170 (pen & ink and tempera on vellum) by English School, (12th century); 29.2x19.1 cm; Glasgow University Library

Mount Everest, the highest mountain on Earth (colour litho)
3620997 Mount Everest, the highest mountain on Earth (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Everest, the highest mountain on Earth)

New peal of bells for St Pauls Cathedral (engraving)
587407 New peal of bells for St Pauls Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New peal of bells for St Pauls Cathedral: the tenor bell)

Chime engine in the clock room of St. Margaret s
Chime work with engine and hammers located in the clock room of St. Margarets Church, Westminster Abbey. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey Jr

St Marys Church, Woodstock (b / w photo)
3092508 St Marys Church, Woodstock (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Marys Church, Woodstock)

Ringing the first peal after the Imperial Institute was declared open by Her Majesty (engraving)
607461 Ringing the first peal after the Imperial Institute was declared open by Her Majesty (engraving) by English School

East Bergholts unique 16th century Bell Cage and bells
circa 1910s

Bells for Christ Church, Boston, Massachusetts
A chime of thirteen bells for Christ Church, Cambridge, Massachusetts, in the foundry yard.The bells were manufactured by Henry N. Cooper and Co, of Boston. Date: 1860

Warner and sons patent chiming machine
Messers J. Warner and sons patent chiming machine, by which a lad entirely unaccustomed to music may chime a whole peal.See picture 10837677 for a close up of a similar chiming machine

Bells of St. Clement Danes
The Bells of St Clement Danes, (a church situated outside the Royal Courts of Justice on the Strand, London) prior to their re-hanging in 1919

Bell Tower, St Davids, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
View from below of the partially ruined Bell Tower in The Pebbles, St David s, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales. The Bell Tower has been restored since this photograph was taken

Burlington Arcade, London showing one of the N. Peal shops and the chief Beadle. N. Peal is still in the same location today!

The Peal of Bells, St. Pauls Cathedral, 1878
Engraving showing a view of the peal of bells in St. Pauls Cathedral, London, 1878

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"Unleashing the Melodic Symphony: Exploring the Art of Peal" Loughborough, a town renowned for its bell-ringing prowess, has become synonymous with the enchanting sound of peal. As change-ringers from all corners of the world gather here, they strive to break records and push boundaries in this captivating art form. On that memorable day of 4 August 1946, history was made at Petworth Parish Church as a group of trailblazing lady bellringers took center stage. Their harmonious collaboration echoed through time, leaving an indelible mark on the annals of peal. Just like Salmo trutta, or Brown Trout gracefully navigating through glistening waters, each note resonates within the majestic Bell Tower of St Davids in Pembrokeshire. The melodies produced by skilled ringers transport listeners to ethereal realms where music intertwines with spirituality. Intriguingly depicted in Ms Hunter 229 f. 21v from the Hunterian Psalter dating back to c. 1170 is David tuning his harp—a scene that encapsulates both dedication and precision required for creating harmonious peals. This intricate artwork also showcases other musicians joining David in perfect harmony—an ode to collective creativity. Peal's influence transcends geographical boundaries; even Mount Everest bears witness to its allure. A color lithograph captures this highest peak on Earth while subtly reminding us that just as nature's grandeur captivates our senses, so too does a well-executed peal resonate deep within our souls. The iconic St Pauls Cathedral embraced a new era when it welcomed a resounding new set of bells—each one meticulously crafted to produce heavenly sounds that reverberate throughout London's skyline. This engraving immortalizes their arrival and celebrates their contribution to enriching spiritual experiences for generations to come. Delving into St Margaret's clock room reveals another facet—the chime engine.