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SSEHS: Preserving the Legacy of Britain's Last Major Bellfoundry

The Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust (LBT) is a non-profit organization that aims to preserve the legacy of Britain's last major bellfoundry. The trust was established in 2018, following the closure of John Taylor & Co. bell foundry in Loughborough, Leicestershire.

For over 200 years, John Taylor & Co. had been producing bells for churches and cathedrals across the UK and around the world. However, due to declining demand and increased competition from overseas manufacturers, the company was forced to close its doors.

The closure of John Taylor & Co. would have meant that Britain would lose its last remaining major bell foundry - a significant blow to our cultural heritage and history. However, thanks to the efforts of SSEHS (Save Our Sounds and Heritage Society), LBT was established with a mission to ensure that this important part of our national heritage is not lost forever.

SSEHS is an organization dedicated to preserving historic buildings and artifacts across the UK. The group has been involved in numerous campaigns over the years, including efforts to save historic cinemas, theaters, and other cultural landmarks.

With their experience in preservation work and their passion for British history and culture, SSEHS was uniquely positioned to take on this challenge. They worked tirelessly with local authorities, community groups, and other stakeholders to establish LBT as a charitable trust dedicated solely to preserving Britain's last major bell foundry.

Today, LBT operates out of John Taylor & Co.'s former premises in Loughborough - a fitting location for an organization dedicated to preserving this important part of our national heritage. The trust employs skilled craftsmen who continue John Taylor & Co.'s tradition of producing high-quality bells using traditional methods.

In addition to producing new bells for churches and cathedrals across the UK (and beyond), LBT also offers restoration services for existing bells - ensuring that these historic artifacts are preserved for future generations.

But perhaps most importantly, LBT serves as a living museum - offering visitors an opportunity not only see how bells are made but also learn about their historical significance within British culture. Through guided tours and educational programs aimed at schools groups or individuals interested in learning more about this fascinating industry can gain insight into what it takes produce such beautiful pieces while keeping alive centuries-old traditions passed down through generations

In conclusion,

SSEHS has played an instrumental role in establishing The Loughborough Bellfoundry Trust (LBT) – Britain’s last major bell foundry – which ensures that this important part of our national heritage is preserved for future generations.
Through their tireless efforts working alongside local authorities community groups stakeholders SSEHS has helped create an institution where skilled craftsmen continue producing high-quality bells using traditional methods.
Moreover,LBT serves as both production facility restoration center living museum where visitors can learn about historical significance within British culture.
It is clear that without SSEHS' dedication passion towards preservation work we may have lost one more piece from our rich cultural tapestry forever!