The 6th of June 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when Allied forces mounted the largest amphibious invasion the world has ever witnessed. In 1944, Operation Overlord saw over 5,000 ships and landing craft set down more than 130,000 troops on five Normandy beaches in an action that would bring about the liberation of north-west Europe.
As part of the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, we are once again encouraging ringers to Ring Out for Peace on 6th June at 6.30pm (or at a suitable time that day). You can find out more here, and register your participation by emailing your tower and contact details to with the title “Ringing for Peace”. You can also submit your performances to BellBoard here.
Vicki Chapman
Deputy President
Central Council of Church Bell Ringers