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4 March 2026

March 2026 Horological Journal

This month we feature on the covers a watch made exclusively by Christopher Ward for British Watchmakers’ Day in London. The C1 Loco 7326 is limited to ten pieces and named in accordance with the date of the event – 7 March 2026. Also in this issue, David Poole MBE FBHI continues his ‘Let’s Make […]

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29 January 2026

FEBRUARY 2026 Horological Journal

This month we feature on the covers Peter Haward’s quarter-scale test model of his Richard de Wallingford replica clock, which is on long-term loan to the Museum of Timekeeping. Justin Koullapis FBHI explains more in his special report. Also in this issue, Malcolm Wild FBHI describes his design for a lever feed for the Schaublin […]

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7 January 2026

January 2026 Horological Journal

This month we feature a modern reproduction of the Prague Astronomical Clock as horologist Stephen Phillips explains how he created a working replica. Click to read the article for free Also in this issue, David Poole MBE FBHI continues his ‘Let’s make a clock’ series, we congratulate the BHI students who were recognised for their […]

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14 November 2025

167th Annual General Meeting

New Date: Saturday 24 January 2026 at 1pmNotice of Meeting and Agenda Agenda By Order of the Council

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3 October 2025

October 2025 Horological Journal

This month we feature one of the earliest pendulum clocks made in Britain – the Fromanteel Pendulum ‘Box Clock’ – on the covers. The clock has certainly had an interesting 20th century, which Justin Koullapis FBHI describes in his article. Also in this issue, David Poole MBE FBHI continues his ‘Let’s make a clock’ series, […]

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1 October 2025

Your Journal needs you!

The Horological Journal – posted to every BHI member in the UK (click on www.bhi.co.uk/about-us/individual-members) to join) – is the oldest technical publication in the world, revered by watch and clockmakers, repairers, collectors and innovators. It has been educating horologists since the 1850s, and today it is looking for new authors to share their expertise, […]

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🔧 MAKING SMALL COMPONENTS – Cock & Plate📅 2–6 November👨‍🏫 Professional Tutor Ross Alcock FBHI📍 Upton HallTake your horological skills to the next level with this intensive five-day course focused on producing small and complex components to professional standards.Through practical, hands-on instruction, you’ll develop skills in precision machining, working to tight tolerances, producing complex shapes and finding effective work-holding solutions for small or awkward components.The course builds on the techniques covered in the Making Small Components Course, which students are strongly advised to complete beforehand.Gain greater confidence in producing complex horological components and develop skills that support progression towards advanced clock and watchmaking qualifications.⚙️ Book your place now:bhi.co.uk/courses/mcp#Horology #Watchmaking #Clockmaking #Watchmaker #Clockmaker #Horologist #MicroMechanics #PrecisionEngineering #PrecisionMachining #Engineering #MechanicalEngineering #Machining #Craftsmanship #TraditionalCraftsmanship #BritishHorology #BHI #UptonHall #RossAlcock ...
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🔧 NEXT WEEK AT UPTON HALLMaking a Balance StaffNext week, students will be developing the precision skills needed to make and fit a balance staff, under the guidance of Günter Dähndel FBHI.This five-day practical course focuses on advanced lathe work, tool use and hand-finishing techniques, using the watchmaker’s lathe, Jacot tool, gravers and other fine tools.Building on previous component-making experience, the course is an important next step for those developing their skills in professional horological restoration.📍 Upton Hall⏱️ 5 days🔧 Tutor: Günter Dähndel FBHI#BHI #BritishHorologicalInstitute #Horology #Watchmaking #Watchmaker #Horologist #BalanceStaff #WatchRepair #WatchRestoration #Clockmaking #UptonHall #HorologicalTraining ...
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🕰️ SAVE 20% ON CLOCK TOURS AT DUMFRIES HOUSE!For a limited time, the remarkable Pragnell Bray Origins clock is on display at Dumfries House, East Ayrshire.Paying tribute to John Harrison’s revolutionary 1736 H1 marine chronometer, this fascinating clock is the highlight of a series of guided clock tours taking place this month.📅 Sunday 4 October & Sunday 25 October🎟️ BHI members save 20% on the usual £30 admission price.Don’t miss this special opportunity to explore the clock and discover more about its history, design and connection to one of horology’s greatest pioneers.👉 Book your tour & claim your BHI discount:dumfries-house.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/72102?catID=66968Image printed with the permission of Dumfries House, part of The King’s Foundation.#BHI #BritishHorologicalInstitute #Horology #Clockmaking #JohnHarrison #MarineChronometer #PragnellBray #SinclairHarding #SinclairHardingUK #Engineering #ClockCollectors #DumfriesHouse #TheKingsFoundation #Scotland ...
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