We are saddened by the news that Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, died on 9th April aged 99. He had been dedicated to Her Majesty the Queen and the many interests for which he was Patron. His legacy of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme has benefited bell ringing through service and activities for young people.

Message of Condolence

The following has been included in the online Book of Condolence on the Royal website:

The Oxford Diocesan Guild of Church Bell Ringers send their condolences to her Majesty the Queen and members of the Royal Family on the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. When restrictions are lifted our bells will ring in thanksgiving for his remarkable life and work within the United Kingdom and Commonwealth.

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  • Sunday 19th January 2025 – Learning & Development Zoom meeting
  • Wednesday 29th January 2025 – Finance & General Purposes Committee Zoom meeting
  • Saturday 15th February 2025 – Training Officers meeting
  • Saturday 8th March 2025 - Spring General Committee meeting & Bell Fund AGM – Newbury Branch (venue arrangements tba)
  • Saturday 29th March 2025 - Radley Course
  • Monday 5th May 2025 - Oxford Diocesan Bell Fund (ODBF) Ringing Day ONB branch
  • Saturday 17th May 2025 - Annual General Meeting & 8 Bell Competition (South Oxon Branch)