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Bells
The present bells are eight in number, restored, added to, and rehung in 1928. Previous to this the tower contained six bells cast by T Mears of London in 1826 (tenor 12 cwt). The earliest records refer to three bells in 1553.
In 1824 the spire of wood faced with lead was removed and the walls heightened. This enabled to tower to increase the number of bells from three to five and in 1928 a full peal of eight was installed.The ringers are a committed band who support the Sunday morning services. They can ring for weddings and occasional celebratory services. They practice on Thursday evenings.
Houghton has 8 bells:
