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Individual Membership

Anyone can join the BHI as an associate member, wherever you are in the world, with no prerequisites.

The benefits of associate membership include:

Free subscription to the monthly Horological Journal, a technical horological publication with news, peer-reviewed articles and studies and technical updates
Privileged access to the collection of clocks, watches and other timepieces of the Museum of Timekeeping (by prior arrangement via https://www.museumoftimekeeping.org.uk)
Access to the Museum of Timekeeping library and archives (by prior arrangement via https://www.museumoftimekeeping.org.uk)
Access to the online Members’ Forum for horological discussion along with the digital Horological Journal past issues
The option to sit examinations that lead to recognised professional horological qualifications

As an associate member, you are part of a worldwide horological organisation of like-minded people with opportunities for local, regional, national and international contacts and support.

Which level of membership is for you?

There are three levels of membership available at the BHI:

1. Associate: This is open to anyone and is the normal entry route for individual membership.
2. Accredited – Member of the BHI (MBHI)
3. Accredited – Fellow of the BHI (FBHI)

You can upgrade to MBHI or FBHI status; see below.

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Upgrading to MBHI or FBHI status

Accredited Members of the BHI (those with MBHI or FBHI status) have proven to us that their horological skills and knowledge are advanced enough to have gained accreditation. An associate member who wishes to upgrade to MBHI or FBHI needs to prove his or her high horological ability to the BHI. This might be done by passing our examinations (to which our distance learning course is geared) or showing practical experience ‘at the bench’.

Applications to upgrade are assessed in the first instance by our Upgrading Committee. For more information, please contact us directly.

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Overseas membership

Associate: The BHI always welcomes applications for associate membership from people outside of the UK.

Accredited (MBHI or FBHI): The BHI cannot guarantee its ability to offer accredited status to non-residents of the UK. This is because, unfortunately, we cannot always gauge accurately whether or not the horological credentials of an overseas applicant will meet our published accreditation standards and it is simply not cost effective for the Institute to try to attempt to investigate the standards of every comparable institution or awarding body in the world. However, we do guarantee to consider each application on its individual merits. For more information about this, please contact us directly.

Please note: All overseas members pay an annual supplement on their membership fees which is designed to cover the extra costs of international postage (primarily for The Horological Journal).

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British Horological Institute

28/08/26

SEPTEMBER HOROLOGICAL JOURNAL ⌚️What’s inside the September Horological Journal?⌚ A remarkable watch dating from around 1620, signed Edmund Bull and with perhaps the earliest recorded written provenance of any watch.📖 A Helping Hand for Students 100 – David Poole MBE FBHI reaches an incredible milestone with the 100th instalment of his series.🔧 Plus, David’s continuing ‘Let’s Make a Clock’ series, Rolex watches from 1908–1922, the Waterbury ‘Trump’ Series 1 and more.Want to read it? Become a BHI member and receive the Horological Journal every month, along with many other membership benefits.👉 Find out more and join the BHI: bhi.co.uk/about-us/individual-members/#HorologicalJournal #Horology #Horologist #Watchmaking #Watchmaker #WatchCollectors #Clockmaking #Clockmaker #Timekeeping #BritishHorologicalInstitute #BHI ...

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British Horological Institute

26/08/26

Celebrating 100 Editions of A Helping Hand for Students 🎉A very special milestone for clockmaker David Poole MBE FBHI — the 100th edition of A Helping Hand for Students! (see the September edition of the Horological Journal)First published in The Horological Journal in January 2008, David’s series has been an invaluable resource for BHI students for almost two decades, sharing practical advice, examination guidance and the knowledge needed to achieve the high standards expected of aspiring horologists.Many of his tips and techniques have gone on to form part of the BHI Distance Learning Course, helping even more people develop their skills in clockmaking and horology.We’d also like to recognise former Education Officer and President Alan Burtoft FBHI, who contributed several of the earlier articles.A huge thank you to David for sharing his expertise, encouragement and passion for excellence over 100 editions. 👏Here’s to A Helping Hand for Students — and to inspiring the next generation of horologists! ⏱️#Horology #LearnHorology #HorologyEducation #HorologyStudents #Clockmaking #LearnClockmaking #Watchmaking #LearnWatchmaking #HorologicalSkills #HorologicalTraining #Clockmakers #Watchmakers #AspiringHorologists #HorologyResources ...

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British Horological Institute

25/08/26

🔧 INTRODUCTION TO HAND & MACHINE SKILLS📅 7–8 SeptemberInterested in getting into practical work or starting your journey into horology? This hands-on two-day course is the perfect place to start.Develop essential workshop skills through a practical project, gaining real-world experience you can take straight into your own workshop.You’ll learn:Workshop safety and best practiceCorrect use and maintenance of hand toolsBasic machinery techniques and maintenanceHow to select and use the right tools and techniquesPlus, you’ll complete a practical project that you can take home and use in your own workshop.The course also supports students working towards the Technician Grade Distance Learning Course (DLC).Whether you’re new to practical work or looking to develop your horological skills, this is a great opportunity to get hands-on and build your confidence in the workshop.🔗 Find out more and book your place: bhi.co.uk/courses/hms#Horology #Watchmaking #Watchmaker #HorologyCourse #WatchmakingCourse #PracticalSkills #HandTools #MachineSkills #WorkshopSkills #LearnHorology #BHI ...

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