What about insurance?

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence. Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.

What happens on the day?

Upon arrival, you’ll be able to get checked in and settled in Upton Hall, where you’ll be spending the night. From there, you’ll meet your expert tutor for the weekend, who’ll brief you and talk you through the equipment and state-of-the-art workshop. You’ll get to work on your watch, guided every step of the way to create something just as you’d like. You’ll take home your watch in a presentation box along with a framed certificate to commemorate your experience.

Hands-on experience of building your own working watch, for you to take home with you Expert guidance from a master watchmaker Knowledge regarding the history and theory of watchmaking A presentation box and framed certificate to go with your new watch Use of a fully equipped, state-of-the-art watch workshop Accommodation and breakfast on-site Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card

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Build Your Own Watch and Learn the History of Watchmaking at The British Horological Institute with Overnight Stay

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Build Your Own Watch and Learn the History of Watchmaking at The British Horological Institute with Overnight Stay

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Overview

There aren’t many things more personal than a watch, and with this incredible watch making course, you can build one that’s completely personal to you.

You’ll spend the weekend at the British Horological Institute based in Upton Hall, Nottinghamshire, where you’ll create your own fully operational mechanical wristwatch with genuine manual-wind Swiss movement, stainless steel case and leather strap.

Set in the Institute’s state-of-the-art workshop, you’ll learn some history and theory of watchmaking as your master watchmaker guides you through the intricate processes involved in building your own watch. With accommodation and breakfast included at Upton Hall, you can focus on producing your perfect timepiece to take home and treasure.

SKU: PBHIW1
Locations: 1 in the UK
People: For 1
Validity: 12 Months

What's Included

Hands-on experience of building your own working watch, for you to take home with you
Expert guidance from a master watchmaker
Knowledge regarding the history and theory of watchmaking
A presentation box and framed certificate to go with your new watch
Use of a fully equipped, state-of-the-art watch workshop
Accommodation and breakfast on-site
Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card