Antique Clock Restoration London.
Traditional antique clock restoration and clock repair in London for longcase clocks, grandfather clocks, French clocks, mantel clocks, bracket clocks, wall clocks and carriage clocks — carried out carefully by hand within our own workshop.
Traditional clockmakers are becoming increasingly rare.
At Marcus Tempus, antique clock restoration is carried out with patience, traditional hand skills and respect for originality. We work carefully to preserve mechanical integrity, patina, historical character and the story of each piece.
From longcase clocks to French mantel clocks.
Our workshop restores a wide range of antique and heritage clocks, always choosing a careful preservation-led approach rather than unnecessary replacement.
Longcase & Grandfather Clocks
Traditional servicing and restoration for treasured longcase and grandfather clocks.
French Clocks
Specialist restoration for French mantel clocks, decorative clocks and antique mechanisms.
Mantel Clocks
Careful repair and servicing for antique mantel clocks and family heirlooms.
Bracket Clocks
Traditional restoration for bracket clocks, table clocks and collector pieces.
Wall Clocks
Repair, servicing and sympathetic restoration for antique wall clocks.
Carriage Clocks
Specialist servicing and restoration for carriage clocks and delicate portable clocks.
Movement, dial and case restoration.
Every clock is assessed individually before work begins, with recommendations based on condition, originality and the wishes of the owner.
Movement Servicing
Cleaning, inspection, adjustment and careful servicing of antique clock movements.
Mechanical Repair
Fault diagnosis, worn component repair and traditional mechanical correction.
Dial Restoration
Sympathetic dial restoration preserving character and originality wherever possible.
Light Case Restoration
Conservation-led case restoration designed to preserve patina and historical charm.
We preserve character — we do not erase history.
We do not believe every antique clock should be made to look new. Our approach is sympathetic and respectful, preserving signs of age, patina and original detail wherever appropriate.
From assessment to careful testing.
Inspection of the movement, dial, case and overall condition.
Clear recommendations and restoration options before work begins.
Careful servicing, repair and restoration by hand in our workshop.
Running, timing and mechanical performance checks.
Collection or safe return options once work is complete.
Specialist restoration for collectors, dealers and private owners.
We repair and restore antique clocks including longcase clocks, grandfather clocks, French clocks, mantel clocks, bracket clocks, wall clocks and carriage clocks. Our workshop provides movement servicing, mechanical repair, dial restoration and light case restoration for antique clocks throughout London and the UK.
Antique clock restoration questions.
Do you repair grandfather and longcase clocks?
Yes, we restore and service longcase and grandfather clocks, including movement servicing, timing issues, case conservation and sympathetic repair.
Do you restore French mantel clocks?
Yes, we work with French mantel clocks, decorative clocks and antique mechanical movements, always considering originality and condition before restoration begins.
Can you provide a restoration estimate?
Yes, you can send photographs and details of the clock for initial advice. A full estimate may require workshop inspection depending on the condition of the piece.
Do you make antique clocks look brand new?
Not unless that is appropriate for the piece. Our usual approach is conservation-led, preserving patina, age and character wherever possible.
Have an antique clock to restore?
Send us photographs and details of the clock, or contact our workshop for specialist advice.