Wolfson College: the Congregation bell
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Wolfson College: the Congregation bell
Image: © Stephen Craven Taken: 25 Aug 2025
Cast in 1825, this was known as the 'Congregation Bell' as it was rung at degree ceremonies and other University services in Great St Mary's church Image The old bells were replaced with a new ring of twelve in 2009, and this one was saved for Wolfson College whose motto is 'ring true'. [Information from a board on site].
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