The Essex Association of Change Ringers in 2026
Hello to all of you. A somewhat belated Happy New Year. 2026 is going to be an interesting year for the EACR. We have some challenges to deal with. We still require an association secretary, although we have found how to separate the various tasks so two could work together in the role. If you […]
Trustees Meetings
At the October Management Committee Meeting, a proposal to provide free places for under 18 students, replacing the then subsidy of £35, and to provide £15 vouchers to be spent at the association bookstall was voted in favour by a majority of 18 to 12 against with 1 abstention.At the Trustees Meeting, later the same […]
Master’s Blog
In 2029, the Essex Association of Change Ringers will be 150 years old! As in our centenary year in 1979, we plan to mark this historic milestone with events. In order to organize these events, we are setting up a sub-committee to plan ahead. Thus far, myself and Ian Kerwin (North-West district) have volunteered to […]
Remembering VJ Day
On Friday, August 15th, it will be the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. Bellringers have been requested to remember this significant 20th century event by ringing from 6.30pm. Some ringers however have expressed concern at ringing to ‘celebrate’ the 80th anniversary. I think we should ring if possible to remember the anniversary. The celebrations were […]
Master’s Blog – May 2025
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