Witness a Live Casting at Britain's last Bellfoundry!

Join us for a rare chance to see a live Casting* alongside a guided tour of the Bellfoundry.

*The Casting will either be a Bell or Iron fittings — both equally thrilling to watch. Please do not contact us to ask which type, as we cannot always say in advance.

What to Expect

Your tour begins with a brief introduction to John Taylor & Co.'s rich history before entering the Victorian factory to witness the Full Bellfoundry in action. Highlights include:

• The covered yard - where bells arrive for restoration.
• The joinery shop - where craftspeople create bell wheels and carillon claviers.
• The tuning shop -where the signature Taylor’s bell sound is perfected.
• The casting hall viewing platform - where you can watch the live casting.

🏛️ Included in your ticket: Entry to our interactive Museum, featuring galleries on the history of bellfounding and the centuries-old processes still used here today.

Important Information

⏰ Tours last approx. 2 hours and are led by expert guides.

👧👦 Ages 9+ welcome.

🔨⚙️ As an active foundry, what you see may vary, but there’s always plenty to experience!

👟🧥 Flat, closed shoes are required. Wrap up warm in winter and avoid loose clothing.

Upon booking, you’ll receive a PDF guide with further details. Please read it carefully before your visit.