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Royal Academician Cornelia Parker unveils installation at St Pancras Station
May 28, 2015
London, 28 May 2015 - at 5:30am, St Pancras International station and the Royal Academy of Arts revealed this year’s highly anticipated Terrace Wires installation, One More Time, 2015, by leading British artist Cornelia Parker RA.
Stunning Herefordshire bull weathervane restored along with the clock and turret it stands on
February 13, 2015
Restored and re-gilded in gold leaf, the bull weathervane will stand proudly on the turret clock for years to come.
Helping you keep your clock working into the Spring
News,Public,Heritage,Traditional,Creative
February 13, 2015
A stopped or malfunctioning clock isn’t just about having the time wrong – it sends a negative message to the community. It concerns and frustrates people.
Clock dials at Chetwynd, Shropshire restored to former glory
February 13, 2015
"The difference between before and after is stark. We have been associated with the church for many years and the last time the clock dials were restored was in 1970, and therefore an extensive amount of work needed to be carried out.” - Keith Cotton, Technical Sales Engineer
St. Thomas’ church clock dials are given timely repairs
January 9, 2015
"This is a real help in our final stages of fundraising for repair of the clock. It’s great that our neighbouring buildings for worship are landmarks in the centre of Wednesfield, and we hope that our Sikh friends will be able to join us in celebrating when the clock is restored and working again.” - Revd Nick Watson
Health and safety a crucial conversation when it comes to clock installation
December 16, 2014
Abiding by health and safety regulations may cause our quotes to be slightly higher than others but people must be aware that ignoring legislation and health and safety guidelines can be an expensive and dangerous business.
Cleveleys community clock shelter campaign a success as city landmark is restored
December 9, 2014
The shelter has been repainted, re-roofed and thoroughly cleaned, and thanks to community member’s generous donations and support the four clock dials of the turret clock at the top are now in full working order for many years to come.
Storm-damaged church clock back on time in Barrhead, Glasgow
December 1, 2014
James Ritchie & Son, who have a long association with the church, examined the clock’s inner workings and whilst one dial needed replacing as a matter of urgency, it was decided the best and most cost-efficient way forward was to replace all three.
Beautiful Six-Dial Clocktower Unveiled at Harris Manchester College
October 22, 2014
Smith of Derby has proudly manufactured six new dials as part of Harris Manchester College's recent new-build project in Oxford.
Ringing Roadshow 2014 comes to Newbury
July 17, 2014
"Everything for the ringer you are and the ringer you want to be!"
As clocks spring forward this weekend, we may be visiting your community
March 28, 2014
Sunday, March 30th is the day clocks are set forward and Smith of Derby clockmakers are offering our annual apology for taking away an hour of your sleep!
Waldorf Astoria, Ras Al Khaimah
August 28, 2013
World's finest mechanical feature clock welcomes guests to the Waldorf Astoria, Ras Al Khaimah
Theresa May MP opens new village clock in Sonning
November 26, 2012
Theresa May MP opens new village clock in Sonning
Bondholders Celebrate 20th Anniversary
September 13, 2012
Marketing Derby Bondholders Landau Forte College and Smith of Derby marked the 20th anniversary of the college by unveiling a clock designed by students.
BBC East Midlands Today reports on the Global Export Market
April 17, 2012
Smith of Derby looks to China
Maxwell’s book marks time at city’s famous clock company
April 11, 2012
'The Smiths of Derby - A Journey Through Time'
Swiss Glockenspiel returns
November 21, 2011
to Leicester Square, one of London's best loved landmarks.
From the world’s largest to the smallest…..
November 8, 2011
The British clockmaking company behind the world’s largest mechanical clock has now created the smallest, to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the UAE.
Smith of Derby on Channel 4 News
November 3, 2011
Bob's message was that Smith of Derby "ahead of plan"
Royal Wedding Celebration Clock
March 9, 2011
Whitehurst Collaboration continues - Royal Wedding Celebration Clock
Potter clock at London station
September 19, 2010
London Kings Cross Station Projecting Clock to be restored
DNA Clock
July 29, 2010
Smith of Derby rose to the challenge set by the King Faisal University of Saudi Arabia by creating a DNA clock for the central atrium at its new medical research facility.
New clock at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium
July 12, 2010
A new Smith of Derby clock is about to be installed at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium.


























































































































