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Guided Tours
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The Minster has a number of trained guides who specialise in different aspects of our Minster life.
It is always possible therefore to ‘tailor-make’ your tour be it historical, educational, architectural, stained glass, Anne Lister etc
Contact the Minster Office for further details on 01422 355436 or at admin@halifaxminster.org.uk
Minster Hire
The Minster is frequently hired for use as a concert venue and has in recent years also hosted exhibitions, recordings, prize-giving and special services.
To enquire about hiring the Minster for an event please contact the Minster Office on 01422 355436 or at admin@halifaxminster.org.uk
Minster Shop
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A small gift shop is located near the main entrance of the Minster. It is open during visiting times and for special events. High-quality gifts and souvenirs can be bought to remind you of your visit or for family and friends.
Local History Books, Music CD’s, Minster Ale, Anne Lister memorabilia, branded merchandise and a selection of gifts and cards are available for purchase.
Gary Knapton is the Volunteer Shop Manager and can be contacted at shop@halifaxminster.org.uk
Weekly Sunday ‘Pewsheets’
The news-sheet for our Sunday services, with service information and news of what’s on
Minster Bells
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The Minster’s large west tower contains a total of fifteen bells. Fourteen of these are hung for full circle ringing which allows the bells to be rotated 360 degrees clockwise and then back anticlockwise to where it started from. There is also a small sanctus bell dating from around the 16th Century which is operated from within the west end of the church which can be tolled before or during services.
The current ring of bells were cast in 1951 by the Gillett and Johnston foundry in Croydon, London. The metal being reused from the older bells installed in the tower over the previous 300 years. The older bells were considered to be of poor tonal quality, so the decision was made in 1951 to recast the whole ring of 13 bells which are still in use today and are considered to be one of the finest sounding rings in the country. During 2005 an additional ‘treble’ bell was added to the existing ring of 13 bells, this additional bell gives the ringers a lighter combination of 10 bells which is often used when the largest 1.5 tonne tenor bell is in use for the clock mechanism.
The bell ringers meet every Friday evening from 7.30pm to 9.00pm for practice and ring for the 10.30am Choral Eucharist on Sundays. We are also called upon to ring for weddings and funerals, and for special services and events throughout the year. We are always looking for new members to join our team so if you are looking for a new hobby please contact the Minster to find out how to get started.
The Minster bells featured on BBC Radio 4’s Bells on Sunday, to listen click HERE!
Minster Hire
In the past 5 years, The Minster Has been used for an increasing number of concerts, exhibitions, prize-givings and other events.
To enquire about hiring the Minster for an event please contact the Minster Office on 01422 355436 or at admin@halifaxminster.org.uk
Minster News and Posts
‘At a glance’ you can see and read a number of newsletters and other articles on a whole range of topics.
It is now just hung for swing chiming and is used as a ‘Sanctus’ bell operated by the clergy during the communion service. Thirteen bells were cast in 1951 by Gillett and Johnston foundry in Croydon, London. The metal was reused from the older bells installed in the tower over the previous 300 years. These bells were considered to be of poor tonal quality, so the decision was made to recast the whole ring. During 2005 an additional bell was added, cast by John Taylor bell foundry at Loughborough, which allowed lighter combinations of the bells to be rung.
The bell ringers meet every Friday evening from 7.30pm to 9.00pm for practice and ring for the 10.30am Choral Eucharist on Sundays. We are also called upon to ring for weddings and funerals, and for special services and events throughout the year. We are always looking for new members to join our team so if you are looking for a new hobby please contact the Minster to find out how to get started.
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In & Around Halifax
Make the most of your time in Calderdale! Please click on the link below to explore the other visitor attractions within a short walk of the Minster, across Halifax and throughout Calderdale.