forcett  St Cuthbert  NZ 175123

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History

Medieval church with some Norman work.  West tower.

Bells

Three bells hung for full-circle ringing.

Bell Founder Date Cwt-Qtr-Lb Diameter Note
1 J Warner 1857   21.4375" A flat
2 J Warner 1857   22" G
3 J Warner 1857   23.9375" F

Inscriptions

Royal crest on waist and PATENT

Frame and Fittings

Tall wooden frame.  Traditional wooden fittings with restored pulleys and wheels.  An unusual chiming machine is disused and remains in the first floor ringing room.

Clock

Modern electric clock.  Synchronous motor and motor driven striking unit. One large dial on east of tower.

Sources

ARA 2006