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The bells of Whitechapel do
not refer to a church but to
the Whitechapel Bell
Foundry. The foundry was
established in 1570 and
famous for making the
Liberty Bell which was
shipped to America in 1752
and for making the 'Clock
Bells' of St Paul's
cathedral in 1709. The Great
Clock of Westminster - known
as 'Big Ben' is the most
famous bell ever cast at
Whitechapel. The best bells
were made 'at the sign of
the three bells' in
Whitechapel. We are unable
to trace the origins of "Two
Sticks and an Apple" however
the foundry produced hand
bells - similar in shape to
toffee apples - could be a
connection. We also know
that the transportation of
bells to other parts of
London drew great crowds and
the atmosphere was similar
to that of a fair where of
course toffee apples were
traditionally eaten |
