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Norwich bell-ringers attempt marathon peal for hospital anniversary

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Nov, 12:32 · Archive

Norwich bell-ringers will attempt over 5,000 changes at All Saints Centre to mark the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital's 25th anniversary.

Norwich bell-ringers will attempt a peal of more than 5,000 changes at All Saints Centre in the Westlegate area on 13 November, marking the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (N&N) and raising funds for its charity.

The challenge will involve six ringers from Norwich and the surrounding area, who will attempt the peal. A peal involves more than 5,000 changes and takes around three hours to complete, requiring each ringer to pull the rope non-stop for the duration. It is widely considered to be the 'marathon of bell-ringing' due to the concentration and stamina required. Ringing will begin at around 6.15pm and is expected to finish by 9pm.

The event is organised by retired university researcher Kaeko Tozawa, who said: 'I'm sure many of us have likely had a connection to the N&N at some point – whether as a patient, staff member or volunteer. In my case, ever since I received an unexpected diagnosis last year, N&N has been providing me with comprehensive care, and I am truly grateful, so I decided to organise this peal. This is a huge challenge for me as an inexperienced ringer, but I believe it's worth it.'

Norwich bell-ringers attempt marathon peal for hospital anniversary
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In this story: Norwich · All Saints Centre · Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital · Norfolk and Norwich Hospitals Charity · Kaeko Tozawa

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