Llandaff & Monmouth Tower Open Day
On Monday 4th May 2026, towers across the Llandaff and Monmouth area will be open at scheduled times. This open day is intended for existing bell ringers who would like the opportunity to ring at a variety of towers during the day. It is not intended for non-ringers, and there are no public demonstrations or have-a-go sessions.
Tickets & charges
There is a charge to take part in the open day. All proceeds go towards the Bell Restoration Fund .
- Day ticket: £25 per ringer on the day, valid for all towers.
- Advance day ticket: £20 per ringer when booked in advance (available until 20th April).
- Individual tower: £2 per ringer per tower.
Day tickets will be available on the day at the first three towers on the schedule. To save time and money, advance purchase is encouraged.
Advance day tickets (£20):
Complete the advance booking form
Open towers and times
| Time | Location | Church dedication | Postcode (map) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 – 10:30 (Registration from 09:00) | Magor | St Mary Virgin | NP26 3LY |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Llanwern | St Mary | NP18 2DN |
| 10:30 – 11:30 | Newport | St Woolos | NP20 4ED |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Bassaleg | St Basil | NP10 8LD |
| 11:30 – 12:30 | Michaelston y Fedw | St Michael | CF3 6XS |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Peterstone Wentloog (tbc) | St Peter (Private Ownership) | CF3 2TR |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Rumney | St Augustine | CF3 3BA |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | St Mellons | St Mellon | CF3 5UP |
| 13:30 – 14:30 | Llanedeyrn | St Edeyrn | CF3 6YA |
| 14:00 – 15:30 | Llantrisant (tbc) | Ss Illtyd, Gwynno and Dyfodwg | CF72 8ED |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Pendoylan | St Cadoc | CF71 7UJ |
| 15:30 – 16:30 | Llancarfan | St Cadoc | CF62 3AD |
| 16:00 – 17:00 | Penmark | St Mary | CF62 3BP |
| 16:30 – 17:30 | Llantwit Major | St Illtyd | CF61 1SH |
| 17:00 – 18:00 | Llanblethian | St John the Baptist | CF71 7JL |
| 17:30 – 18:30 | Cowbridge | Holy Cross | CF71 7BB |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Coity | St Mary | CF35 6BG |
| 18:30 – 19:30 | Pen y Fai | All Saints | CF31 4LU |
Rules for visiting ringers
These guidelines are intended to help everyone enjoy the day and to ensure that each tower can keep to its timetable.
- Please don’t ring before the scheduled time. Ringing should only take place during the time shown in the programme.
- Follow steward guidance. Tower stewards may stop ringing at any point for safety reasons or to help keep visitors moving smoothly.
- Keep ringing to around 5 minutes per tower. This helps ensure that everyone gets a fair chance to ring.
- Ring within the band’s comfort zone. Please choose something that everyone in the band is happy and confident to ring.
- Independent ringing is required. All visiting ringers should be able to ring independently.
- Please wear your wristband visibly. Day ticket holders should ensure their wristband can be clearly seen by stewards.
By attending the open day, you agree to follow these guidelines and any additional instructions given by local tower stewards.