Repairing a Miniature Bell Wheel

Repairing a Miniature Bell Wheel

We have a beautiful model bell with a complete set of miniature fittings that was made at the Foundry more than a century ago. After being exhibited recently the wheel was smashed on its return journey, so it was left to Mick, our joiner with 55 years’ service,...
Making A New Bell Frame Pattern.

Making A New Bell Frame Pattern.

Cast iron is a wonderful material to use in the construction of bell frames – it is very strong, takes up less space than conventional hardwood, and rusts extremely slowly even if neglected.  At Taylor’s we have made cast iron bell frames for more than 140...
Taylor’s Welcomes Alex Johnson !

Taylor’s Welcomes Alex Johnson !

Having done well in his Science “A” Levels Alex decided that university was not for him. He’s spent years helping maintain the bells at his Parish Church in Hemsworth and at Leeds Minster and enjoyed it, so he’s applied to Taylor’s to see...