There have been bells at Saint Mary’s since the early fourteenth century when the present tower was built. Originally there were three large bells hung in the massive oak frame that still holds our bells. By 1552 records show that the ring had been augmented with two more bells. In 1826 those five old bells were removed and the current bells were cast by the respected Norfolk bell founder, William Dobson of Downham, using the metal from the old bells. The 1826

Our five bells are of exceptional quality and until now a hidden treasure of this amazing church. After many years of silence they rang out again on 7 December 2014 to call villagers once more worship and to mark their joys and sorrows at weddings and funerals. The project was possible because of a large Heritage Lottery Fund grant and generous donations from many individuals.  

Messy Church is a way of being church for families involving fun is found across the world values are about being Christ-centred, for all ages, based on creativity, hospitality and celebration Our Messy Church is organized as a Benefice event and takes place at Blenheim Park Community Primary School monthly during term time at 3.15pm. It's fun and informal and nothing like a traditional church service or even the Sunday School you may remember from your childhood. For more information contact