We’ve manufactured over 12,000 new clocks for our UK and overseas markets, working in partnership with architects and designers, for commercial and public bodies, transport and churches.
Our new clocks are custom designed and built, with almost no upper limit to size. All our drive mechanisms are manufactured in-house.
As clock repair and dial restoration specialists, the preservation and conservation of your clock is at the heart of our business.
Our team of experienced clockmakers are stationed around the country, giving our clients the peace of mind that we’re never far away.
We’re proud to service and preserve time on 4,000 clocks in the UK and overseas.
Our clock servicing protects the longevity of your clock for your community to enjoy for many generations to come.
Our new clocks are custom designed and built, with almost no upper limit to size. All our drive mechanisms are manufactured in-house.
Our team of experienced clockmakers are stationed around the country, giving our clients the peace of mind that we’re never far away.
Our clock servicing protects the longevity of your clock for your community to enjoy for many generations to come.
We’re so pleased with the clock repair work carried out by local clockmakers Mike Tomlinson and Kevin Ireland. We will 100% recommend Smith of Derby Clockmakers to our friends in the future. Both clockmakers are a credit to your company and they’re very professional in what they do. We were worried that our Dance Studio would be affected by the work but this wasn’t the case at all. Everything ran so smoothly.Robert and Maureen Carr, The Library Tap & Bingley Dance Studio
I am delighted that the works on the Guildhall Clock are now complete, returning this iconic landmark to its former glory.CLLR Gordon Jackson - Guildford Borough Council
Local residents have been telling me that they want Little Ben returned to pride of place at Victoria for years. A massive thank you to Transport for London for their commitment to delivering this and to Smith of Derby for the superb job they have done on the restoration. David Harvey - Councilor
It is fantastic to see the clock back in Bearwood and I know it means a lot to members of the local community. The clock looks wonderful now after being extensively restored by the world-renowned clock restorers Smith of Derby. Steve Eling - Councillor
Our cabinet members were very impressed when we went to have a look earlier. Phil Scullion - Senior Account Executive. Westminster City Council
We would like you to know how much we appreciated the ‘Tour and Talk’ that you organised for us yesterday. We went away with a much better appreciation of what Smith of Derby is capable of. We were impressed by what a friendly team you all are, not just you and the management but everyone we came into contact with greeted us with a smile and every courtesy. David B Smith
Firstly I would like to start by saying thank you for all you help on providing our company with a truly wonderful clock and at such short notice. You have gone above and beyond in helping us and have provided a top quality service and product which we are very grateful for and thus has helped us make the decision that for all future jobs that require your product we will be using Smith of Derby for all our needs. Emma Felds - Administration Manager. The Construction Project Ltd.
May I thank you personally for all your help and assistance and that of all other members of the team both at Nantwich and Derby. I would be most grateful if you will also pass on my special thanks to engineers Brian Parry, Rob & Eric, all of whom at various times have come to our aid. Frank Smith
I can, in all honesty, say that this was the best ‘works visit’ I have ever been on. The range of skills which your staff display is truly wonderful; if possible please let them know of my comments. J.K. Nickholson - Chairman of the Sheffield branch of the B.H.I.
“Good afternoon Peter, just to let you know that, nearly four weeks down the line, the clock at Kendal Parish church is still keeping time re the quarter chimes. Looks like you cracked it!! Thank you very much, to all concerned, for all the ‘time’ and effort you have put into finding the correct solution” Kevin Mayfield - Tower Captain Holy Trinity Church Kendal
We are extremely pleased with the pavilion refurbishment and in particular the clock which blends perfectly with the style of the pavilion. Jayne Stoddart, Worcester College, Oxford
Our Heritage
It started with an apprentice: John Smith began his career with the Whitehurst clockmaking company. From these beginnings, our family company has grown to become one of Britain’s largest and oldest clock manufacturers, and a major player on the timekeeping world stage.
We are proud of the heritage of our names in our group of companies: John Smith & Sons (1856); William Potts & Sons (1833); James Ritchie & Son (1809) and J.B. Joyce & Co (1690).






