Talk: Smith Of Derby Clockmakers
At Cromford Mills, CromfordOn Tue 17th March 2020 At 7.00pm
Mill Lane
Cromford
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3RQ
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Smith of Derby Clockmakers: History and conservation practices
Arkwright Society Evening Talk
7.00pm Cheese & Wine: 7.30pm Talk starts
Smith of Derby is one of Britain’s largest and oldest clock manufacturers and a major player on the timekeeping world stage. It started with an apprentice: John Smith began his career with the Whitehurst Clock Making company and went on to found his clockmaking business in Derby in 1856.
Martin Butchers of Smith of Derby will give us a brief history of the company and then go on to talk about the restoration conservation and preservation of tower clocks.
Cost: £8. Your ticket includes cheese and wine.
Places are limited and advanced booking is essential. Please book on-line at http://www.wegottickets.com/event/496910 or ring (link is external) 01629 823256 or email us - events@arkwrightsociety.org.uk
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