York Minster's bells fall silent at Christmas for first time in 600 years

Christmas Day service attended by John Sentamu, the archbishop of York, goes ahead without bells due to ongoing row over bellringersThe bells of York Minster fell silent on Christmas Day for the first time in more than 600 years following the controversial breakup of their bellringing team.Worshippers had been warned to expect a silent Christmas after the cathedral disbanded its 30-strong ringing group in October due to safeguarding concerns. Continue reading...