About Loughborough Bellfoundry
ABOUT TAYLOR'S BELLFOUNDRY
Since 1859, our grade II* listed bellfoundry has cast more than 25,000 bells in Loughborough that are hung in more than 100 countries around the world. Taylor bells hang in nearly every cathedral in England and in thousands of parish churches. From Inverary in the north to Truro in the South West, from London’s St. Paul’s Cathedral to York Minster, Taylor bells have defined the soundscape of Britain for more than two centuries.
The Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust was established as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in 2016 with the objective of protecting the historic John Taylor bellfoundry buildings, archive and museum collections for future generations. Supported by a passionate team of volunteers, staff and trustees our vision is for Taylor’s Bellfoundry to become the global centre for the art of bellmaking and learning. The sound of Taylor bells can be heard all over the planet. Through Conservation, Education and Celebration, we can ensure that future generations on every continent will be brought together by A Ring of Taylor Bells.
Find Us
The Loughborough Bellfoundry Museum is located within the historic John Taylor Bellfoundry site at the following address:
LOUGHBOROUGH BELLFOUNDRY MUSEUM
FREEHOLD STREET,
LOUGHBOROUGH
LE11 1AR
GETTING HERE BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
The nearest railway station is Loughborough, which is 0.5 miles (an 11 minute walk) away. Taxis are available at the station.
We are just 0.5 miles (or a ten minute walk) from the Great Central Railway Loughborough terminus.
Please be aware there is a pub called the Bellfoundry and can therefore cause confusion, we advise visitors use our postcode or street name to best find us on a satnav.
It is 0.7 miles (a thirteen minute walk) to Queen’s Park in Loughborough town centre. The park is home to 'Great Paul's' Iron Bell Case, the Loughborough Carillon Tower and Charnwood Museum.
Contact Details
Address
Taylor's Bellfoundry Museum
Freehold Street
Loughborough
LE11 1AR
United Kingdom
Call us
01509 638 500
Email
info@belltrust.co.uk
Website
https://belltrust.co.uk/