The Complete Guide to Weather Instruments
For as long as humankind has existed, we have all shared an innate curiosity about the world around us; from the celestial movements in the night sky, to the weather patterns and cycles of the natural world
The Ultimate Cuckoo Clock Buying Guide
The cuckoo clock is a true cultural icon of Germany. These impressive timepieces are thought to have originated from the Black Forest in Germany in the mid 1700’s, with the original design coined as ea
Step-By-Step DIY Clock Movement Replacement Guide
A comprehensive step by step guide to replacing a quartz clock movement. Please note: If you have a mechanical clock, a battery chiming clock, a battery pendulum clock, a time & tide clock or a tide cl
Why You SHOULDN’T Hang a Clock Without Drilling
There are several reasons why you may want to hang a clock on a wall without damaging the wall by drilling a screw or hammering a nail into the wall. Reasons such as an unforgiving landlord, brick walls th
Time is Precious, Spend It On Those Who Matter Most
This Mothers Day, show your Mum just how much you value your time together and spoil her with a treasured watch from Clock Shop. A watch for many people is a wardrobe staple, and can form the perfect access
A Brief History of Beer
Beer is one of the oldest drinks ever to have been produced by humans. Named after the Latin word ‘bibere’ which means ‘to drink’, beer has long been a staple across most of human culture, with the earlie
Compliment Your Home with a Decorative Wall Clock
Whether you want to revamp your home or simply add to your existing decor, a decorative wall clock can really help liven up almost any space. Whether you wish to make a bold visual statement;
Time Has a Wonderful Way of Showing Us What Really Matters...
Valentine's Day Why is Valentine's Day associated with love and where did the term originate from? To answer that question we have to head back two thousand years to 3rd Century Ancient Rome. Recor
Clock Trends for 2022
Since the start of 2020, life has changed significantly in a way nobody could have predicted. An ongoing global pandemic has shifted our way of life from a globally focused society to our smaller indoor h
Christmas Traditions Around The World
The final month of the calendar year is here and that can only mean one thing- Christmas is right around the corner. For people all over the world, Christmas comes with a variety of traditions, customs
German Christmas Pyramids - A Symbol of Light and Hope
Worlds Largest Christmas Pyramid - Dresden Striezelmarkt (Image Credit- Erin Crisci) Germany has always held a deep and special connection with Christmas. The very first genuine Christmas markets (known
Prost to Oktoberfest - Celebrating Good Times
Imagine a festival where 7 million litres of beer is consumed, 700,000 pork sausages and chicken pieces are eaten, and 2.7 million kwh of electricity is used- the same amount that a family of 4 would u
