St Mary Oatlands
A Church For All The Family
Buildings|Choir|Courses|Flowers|Magazine|
Bells
The eight bells of St Mary's were originally intended to be hung in India, in celebration of the Durbar of 1911. However, the scheme was cancelled and they were subsequently used in the Festival of Empire at the Crystal Palace. They also featured in an epic performance of Max Reinhart's play "The Miracle" at Olympia. It was there that the Vicar of St Mary's heard the bells and was so impressed with their sound that an offer was made to the founders John Warners. In 1913, the bells were hung, for a total cost of £550-10-0d.
St Mary's bells have been rung regularly since this time (except for 1939-45). We are always looking for new bellringers so if you are interested, click here to e-mail.
Office Address:
Oatlands Avenue
Weybridge
Surrey
KT13 9TS