HSBC clock in Carlisle
Overlooking English Street in Carlisle the clock on the HSBC Bank in Carlisle, Cumbria is reported to be Potts clock.
Arthuret Parish Council clock, Longtown Cumbria
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January 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Arthuret Parish Council Clock, Longtown Cumbria
Unveiled on the 12 March 2000 this clock on the High Street in Longtown is in memory of Councillor Allan Forsyth.
A small plaque beneath the clock describes something of the history of why the clock is here.
Plaque below clock in Longtown, Cumbria
The clock has two faces which look up and down High Street in Longtown.
When we visited, January 2010, two times were being shown depending on what face you looked at. This may indicate that the clock is worked from two separate mechanisms or may have some other faults.
Longtown is right at the edge of England and Scotland. It is around 6miles from Carlisle on the A7
City Council Clock
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January 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Thousands of people pass over the top of this clock everyday without knowing it is here.
Carlisle City Clock
As far as we are aware this is the only underground clock in Carlisle, Cumbria UK.
This Carlisle City Council clock is to be found in the subway or underpass between Carlisle Castle and the local museum called Tullie House.
Digital clock at Carlisle railway station
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December 5, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Digital clocks are all around and this one at Carlisle railway station is a good example of a clock and information source unit.
Digital clock at Carlisle railway station
A lot of information is disclosed quickly using these devices including destinations and if the service is on time.
It looks as if the clock is LED lit and is possibly radio controlled to ensure accuracy.
Earls Lane clock, Carlisle
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October 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Earls Lane, Carlisle
Earls Lane clock is seen by many hundreds of people everyday as it watches over the bus station in Carlisle.
All Saints Church, Cockermouth
Situated at the base of a spire almost 200ft tall are the clock faces of All Saints Church in Cockermouth, Cumbria.
All Saints Church, Cockermouth
The clock has recently undergone restoration and repair.
William Wordsworth was baptised in this church.
Some local commentators refer to this church as Cockermouths’ Cathedral.
It is reported that
It is not known if the bells currently chime.
A refurbishment appeal is ongoing for the church and buildings. Further information can be found here.
Thank you
Thanks to John Blaylock for information supplied about the clock.