Clock Repair & Horology - All Abilities

Course intent

Discover the heritage craft of horology and gain a sound understanding of how a clock works. You will explore clocks, their mechanisms, and how to mend, clean and repair them. Learn with a skilled craftsman who has worked on the clock at Big Ben and other major historic clock collections.

What will I learn?

You will learn:

• how a clock works
• how to safely dismantle and reassemble a clock
• typical repair procedures
• how to clean, oil and assemble to working order

  Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

  This course is suited for all abilities. From beginners to more experienced learners.

  What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

  You need to bring:

• a clock with a wind-up mechanism and pendulum
• plastic boxes with sealable lids to put parts in
• any tools you might have
• a notebook and pen
• closed toe shoes
• apron or wear old clothes

  What can I do when I finish the course?

  Learners can progress onto many opportunities to take up other art & craft classes, including further clock repair and horology courses or one-day specific workshops.

  Additional Information

  We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

  How to enrol

  You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.

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