This past weekend saw our UK clocks "spring forward" to mark the beginning of British Summer Time, and it resulted in losing one hour of sleep! In the UK, the custom of changing the clocks twice a year has been around for more than a century, and some like it where others don't!
For those who have digital devices everything happened automatically but of course manual clocks had to be wound forward. Not really a problem, or hassle, if like Eddie and myself there are only a handful that needed to be changed manually. It's a different case if you are King Charles III because there are "more than 1,600 clocks at the King’s official residences that needed to be changed last weekend, as British Summer Time began.
.webp)
Thankfully, he has a team of three horological conservators who worked through the weekend to change the timepieces in the Royal Collection.
They include 450 at Windsor Castle, 350 at Buckingham Palace and St James’s Palace in London, and 50 at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.
The Royal Collection Trust said the timepieces in the collection are some of the finest and most historic items at the palaces.
They include musical clocks, astronomical clocks and miniature clocks.
The oldest in the collection is the Anne Boleyn Clock, which is said to have been given by Henry VIII to Anne Boleyn on the morning of their marriage in 1532.
The collection also includes Queen Charlotte’s watch, which was the first to have a lever escapement and is considered to be a forerunner of modern wrist and pocket watches."
The above words, and pictures of some of the clocks, in articles here and here
It was very nice to see King Charles at the Easter Weekend Service, which was his first major public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer, read more hereThey include 450 at Windsor Castle, 350 at Buckingham Palace and St James’s Palace in London, and 50 at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.
The Royal Collection Trust said the timepieces in the collection are some of the finest and most historic items at the palaces.
They include musical clocks, astronomical clocks and miniature clocks.
The trust released images (link below) showing horologists returning clocks to the Yellow Drawing Room and Centre Room in the east wing of Buckingham Palace, as works of art are reinstalled after the completion of five years of improvement works.
The oldest in the collection is the Anne Boleyn Clock, which is said to have been given by Henry VIII to Anne Boleyn on the morning of their marriage in 1532.
The collection also includes Queen Charlotte’s watch, which was the first to have a lever escapement and is considered to be a forerunner of modern wrist and pocket watches."
The above words, and pictures of some of the clocks, in articles here and here
~ xxx ooo xxx ~
Please note, not all recipe suggestions may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter. If you have any concerns about your health, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or health care team.
Finally just a reminder to keep checking your spam folder as many bloggers are finding comments are going incorrectly into spam
All the best Jan
...we sprang forward a few weeks ago.
ReplyDeleteThat's really fascinating about all the clock in the castles of the KIng. I like how you call it British Summer Time also. It is clear, whereas here in the states. We call it daylight savings time, which really is kind of confusing.
ReplyDeleteWow, 1600 clocks! That's quite a task, even for a team of horological conservators. It's fascinating to learn about the intricacies of maintaining such a vast collection of timepieces, each with its own unique history and significance. The dedication to preserving these treasures is truly admirable. Thank you for sharing this glimpse into the world of royal timekeeping. Read my new blog post: https://www.melodyjacob.com/
ReplyDeleteClocks are one of my all time favorite items. They both interest me and fascinate me.
ReplyDeleteWow, that's a lot of clocks for sure.
ReplyDeletei wish they would leave the clock alone.
ReplyDeleteWow, that is a lot of clocks. I bet nobody runs late at the palace, there should be clocks on every wall!!
ReplyDeleteIt was nice to see Kings Charles at the Easter event. Happy April Jan.
So interesting about these hundreds of clocks needing to be changed by the horologists, a new word for me! -Christine cmlk79.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThe clocks are beautiful, and what an amazing collection to take care of! Nice to hear that King Charles is feeling well enough to attend the Easter service, too. I always look forward to the spring forward time change and that extra hour of daylight once again, but it does take some adjusting to. Hope you are enjoying all the gorgeous flowers this time of year. x K
ReplyDeleteOur daylight saving ends this Sunday. Less sleep again.
ReplyDeleteThat's a lot of clocks! I didn't know the royalty was so worried about what time it was. They need to have reliable wrist watches. What do those royal clock-changers get when they retire?: a clock or a gold watch. Just had to ask. Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteThere are times I love listening to the ticking of a clock, when all else is quiet.
ReplyDeleteMy wife and I have quite a few in our home.
That's a mighty big job changing all those clocks.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the links...and good to see the King out and about once again, he looks rather well.
Our clocks go back next Sunday.
I cant wait to turn our clocks back. Really can't wait.
ReplyDeleteThe Royal Family have a LOT of clocks. Unsurprising really.
I don't feel so foolish now for considering getting a second clock for my bedroom. Tommy thought it was foolish to get a clock for the kitchen since there is a clock on his coffeemaker. Clocks are good, but 1600? I wonder if they chime or click. Three horologists? At least he does not have to do it himself.
ReplyDeleteIf I had room I'd have more clocks. They are beautiful pieces of workmanship.
ReplyDeleteInreressante post. Eu não gosto do horário de verãoQ! E os comentários andam mesmo indo para o spam. Estranho,não é? beijos, chica
ReplyDeleteThat is a lot of clocks to change.
ReplyDeleteWe only have the oven and microwave.
The rest all change automatically.
Take care, enjoy your day!
Interesting read about the clocks in England! We recently put our clocks forward as well, it's officially spring! Hope you have an amazing spring season!
ReplyDeletexoxo, Midori
https://www.midorilinea.com/blogs/midori-linea/my-daughters-turns-one-photoshoot
Too many clocks!lol We here in America changed time a few weeks ago.
ReplyDeletehugs
Donna
That seems a bit ridiculous!
ReplyDeleteOur times changed with the US. Such a pain.
Very interesting
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting post. I thought I was hard done by as I had 6 to change.
ReplyDeleteGlad he's got those horologists!
ReplyDeleteThat's a lot of clocks.
ReplyDeleteWow that sure is a lot of clocks to have to change.
ReplyDeleteUy son muchos relojes. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteThat's a LOT of clocks! And what fascinating history some of them hold.
ReplyDeleteJan - since my hubby is from the UK, I found this article about the clocks fascinating! Thanks for sharing! Happy April to you! (We head to the UK in about 4 weeks - yay!)
ReplyDeleteOh my!!! That is a lot of clocks!
ReplyDeleteHas the UK ever had a discussion about ending changing the time? Here in the USA, we have had discussion, but noting happened as of yet. Possibly staying on Daylight Savings is the proposal.
Carla
REPLY TO
ReplyDeleteCarla from The River who said...
Oh my!!! That is a lot of clocks!
Has the UK ever had a discussion about ending changing the time? Here in the USA, we have had discussion, but noting happened as of yet. Possibly staying on Daylight Savings is the proposal.
Carla
Hello Carla
Yes, indeed that is a lot of clocks :)
The ending of British Sumer time is quite regularly talked about but as far as I'm aware there are no plans to change things.
More to read here
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Summer_Time
Wishing you a happy new month of April
All the best Jan
No wonder they have clock winders! I always worry that today's kids will never know how to tell time if the grid goes down and all the digital clocks stop!
ReplyDeletetime change isn't exciting for me yet it is done automatically on devices
ReplyDeletethough we have six clocks on different rooms that need help
1600 clocks is really lot :)
blessings
Oh wow I never thought of them having that many clocks but I imagine in such a huge place they would need clocks everywhere, we have one clock in our house that automatically changes time for us so that is nice but other than that we only have 6 to change :)
ReplyDeleteMe encantaría ver esa colección de relojes, tiene que ser preciosa. Besos.
ReplyDelete