Time for Tompion

Image: view of the face and top section of the longcase clock in the Pump Room

The longcase clock made for the Pump Room by Thomas Tompion

Breakfast in the Pump Room and find out about the world famous Tompion clock. Two course breakfast included.

 

Talk and demonstration of the workings of Sir Thomas Tompion's clock and the nearby sundial in the Pump Room, Bath.

 

This specialist talk is a treat for anyone interested in British history, antiques, clock-making or the science of timekeeping. It takes place in the elegant and comfortable surroundings of the Pump Room in Bath over a delicious Pump Room breakfast.

 

Speaker: Stephen Clews, BSc AMA, Manager, The Roman Baths & Pump Room, who has been responsible for this famous clock since 1989.

 

Time: 9.30-10.30am
Cost: £15.00 per person including breakfast

 

Tel: 01225 477757 to arrange, or email: romanbaths_enquiries@bathnes.gov.uk

 

A similar talk can be arranged in advance for groups. Numbers are strictly limited to 10-16 people.