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Classic Tour + Museum

Event Start Date: 27/06/2025

Event End Date: 30/09/2025

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Classic Tour + Museum


🌟 October-March: Wednesdays (AM & PM), Thursdays (AM), Fridays (AM), 1st Saturday of the month (AM & PM)

🌟 April-September: Tuesdays (PM), Wednesdays (AM & PM), Thursdays (AM), Fridays (AM), 1st Saturday of the month (AM & PM)



Join our expert guides for an immersive tour of Taylor’s Bellfoundry, perfect for individuals, families, and small groups (2–12 people). Witness skilled craftspeople at work and discover the fascinating bellfounding process.


Your tour begins with a short introduction to John Taylor & Co.'s history before stepping inside our Victorian factory. Visit the covered yard, where bells arrive for repairs and depart for new homes. See the joinery shop, where craftspeople create essential components like bell wheels and carillon claviers. In the tuning shop, experience how the iconic Taylor’s bell sound is perfected. You'll also access the casting hall viewing platform and watch a short video on the bellfounding process.



🏛️ Museum: Entry to our interactive Museum is included! Explore two galleries dedicated to the history and craft of bellfounding. 🔔



Key Information:


⏰ Duration: 1h 30 mins

👧👦 Ages: 9+

🔔 Carers Go FREE! (Evidence Required)

🔨⚙️ Working Foundry: Activities vary daily, but there’s always plenty to see!

👟🧥 Dress Code: Flat, closed shoes required. In winter, dress warmly and avoid loose clothing.

📄📧 Booking: You'll receive a PDF with important visitor details—please read carefully!


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Gift Aid Admissions - In purchasing an entry ticket as advertised you are making a donation of at least 25% of your admission fee today to Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust (a registered society with charitable status). This means Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust gets at least 25p extra for every £1 you spend at no extra cost to you.

By generously choosing to Gift Aid your entry fee today, your entire ticket price can be treated as a donation and Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust will be able to reclaim 25% from HM Revenue and Customs. You are confirming that you will pay sufficient UK income/capital gains tax to cover this and all other Gift Aided donations made in this tax year.