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Chichester, Market Cross Clock​

Maker
Date
Trains
Escapement
Winding
Gillett & Johnston
1903
Going
Deadbeat
Electric
The Bell
As a gift from Lady Farrington, a clock was given in 1723 without a bell. It was up to the Major at the time to supply one.
This clock, by an unknown maker, survived until 1903, when it was replaced by a small clock by Gillett & Johnston of Croydon. 
In recent years, the clock has been converted to an automatic winding system. About a 12 rung ladder was required to access the level of the clock.

Inscriptions and Engravings

*Text is inscribed on the dial & plates*

​Photographs:

Picture
​Photo: Derek Frampton, DAC clock advisor

Sources:
  • Derek Frampton, DAC clock advisor
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