Congleton Bell Foundry and Bells

Name: Congleton Bell Foundry and Bells
SKU: 680
Price: 3.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Description

One of Congleton’s lesser known industries, the bell foundry operated from what had been the Bridge Chapel between 1595 and 1710. In this booklet the author explains the process of bell production and identifies those churches, in the locality for which bells were made and whether they are still being rung today.

Author: Joan P. Alcock

Booklet size: A5

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