Clock Repair & Restoration for Bath
A clock that has been part of the house for years is worth looking at properly. We repair and service antique mechanical clocks for customers in Bath, with case and dial restoration where needed and collection available by arrangement.
Established 2003
Mechanical clock repair and restoration
BHI Diploma
Training in clock servicing and restoration
Bath Collection
Available by prior arrangement
Putting right what has worn over time
Many clocks arrive still running, but with a weak strike, unreliable timekeeping or a pendulum that stops without warning. These changes can point to wear inside the movement. An adjustment may help in some cases; in others, the mechanism needs to come apart.
When an overhaul is required, we dismantle the movement and clean the components individually. Pivots, bearings, wheels and springs are checked, and the repairs agreed with you are completed before reassembly. Correct lubrication and a period of running and regulation finish the work.
Our shop is at 4 Bath Road, Stonehouse in Gloucestershire. It is not a Bath address. Smaller clocks can be brought to us, while collection offers an alternative for large clocks or customers who would prefer not to transport a fragile piece themselves.
Has something changed in how it runs?
- It needs restarting several times a week
- The ticking has become uneven
- The strike or chime no longer works correctly
- The winding key turns without winding the spring
- A hand, pendulum or other component is damaged
- The case or dial needs attention as well as the movement
A useful first step: note what the clock does before it stops. Does it run for minutes or days? Does the fault appear when it strikes? That information helps us assess the problem. Avoid forcing the key or adding household oil.
Clocks accepted by the workshop
From a small French carriage clock to a floor-standing longcase, the work depends on the mechanism and its condition. If you cannot identify your clock, send a photograph and we can advise whether it is one we can take on.
Grandfather & Longcase Clocks
Overhauls and repairs to traditional longcase movements, with collection, return and setting up discussed before booking.
Mantel & Bracket Clocks
Work on spring-driven timepieces and striking or chiming clocks, including French, English and other mechanical examples.
Carriage Clocks
Servicing small movements, checking the escapement and dealing with worn parts that affect their running.
Wall Clocks & Regulators
Repairs to weight- and spring-driven wall clocks, from traditional dial clocks to Vienna regulators.
Cuckoo Clocks
Assessment of movement and mechanical faults. Repair options depend on the condition of the clock and suitable parts.
Atmos Clocks
Specialist assessment and servicing for Atmos clocks at the Stonehouse workshop.
We do not normally undertake quartz, electric, flip-card or anniversary/torsion clock repairs.
Tell Us About It
A few photographs, the symptoms and your postcode help us plan the next step.
Bring It In or Book Collection
We agree how the clock will reach Stonehouse, then inspect its condition.
Approve the Quotation
You receive a proposed scope, price and expected timescale before repairs begin.
Testing & Return
The clock is checked after repair, then collected or returned under the arrangements agreed.
Keeping the parts that give a clock its character
A worn finish does not always need replacing. Before treating a case or dial, we consider what survives, what has been altered and what you want the finished clock to look like. Repairing a damaged area may be preferable to refinishing the whole piece.
Restoration can include cabinet work, silvering, gilding and hand engraving. Where the movement also needs servicing, both jobs can be assessed together, with the mechanical and cosmetic work explained separately.
James has worked professionally with clocks since 2003. His qualifications include a British Horological Institute diploma in clock servicing and restoration.
Explore case and dial restoration
Since 2003
BHI Qualified
Traditional Restoration
What our customers say
James serviced and cleaned our French 8 day mantel clock, which hadn’t worked for many years. It’s been in our family for over 100 years, and he did an excellent job. It’s now back in its rightful place on the mantle. Stunning!
Erica Read
Google review
Super experience. I got a clock service and a pocket watch repair, both reasonably priced, and got some great advice at the same time. Highly recommend if you have any antique clocks or watches that need attention.
Katie Southgate
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Clock repair enquiries across the Bath area
We welcome enquiries from Bath city centre, Bathwick, Widcombe, Larkhall, Weston, Combe Down and nearby villages including Bathampton and Batheaston. Let us know your postcode if you would like a collection quotation.
The repair takes place in Stonehouse. There is no need to assume that a large clock must fit in your car. Speak to us about its size, location and access before deciding how to move it.
Collection and drop-off: we can collect your clock from your home and drop it back once the work is finished. Collections and drop-offs run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am to 4pm, for a small fee.
We also repair clocks for customers in Gloucester, Cheltenham and Stroud. See our full range of clock repair and restoration services.
Questions from Bath customers
Book a clock assessment
Tell us what kind of clock you have and what has gone wrong. Include your Bath postcode if you would like to discuss collection rather than a visit to Stonehouse.
4 Bath Road, Stonehouse, GL10 2JA