Museums & Galleries · Nottinghamshire
Museum of Timekeeping
📍 NG23 5SX
Photo: Alan Murray-Rust (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- See 'Old Oily', a monumental wooden clock restored on BBC's Repair Shop
- Explore sundials, sand glasses, water clocks and astrolabes
- View Captain Scott's timepiece from his Antarctic expeditions
- Browse a world-renowned horological library of books and periodicals
- Housed in historic Upton Hall, dating back to 1335
The Museum of Timekeeping is a horological collection housed in historic Upton Hall, showcasing clocks, watches and timekeeping tools alongside one of the world's notable horological libraries. You can see Captain Scott's Antarctic expedition timepiece, explore early timekeeping devices like sundials and water clocks, and view the monumental wooden clock 'Old Oily', restored on BBC's Repair Shop. It suits those curious about history, craftsmanship and science, with group tours available by appointment. The museum is open every Friday, making it a straightforward addition to a day out. Based in Upton, Newark and Sherwood, it's close to Rolleston station, just over a mile away, and there are 26 bookable places to stay within five miles for those wanting to extend their visit.
Practical details
- Open
- Every Friday, 10:30am to 3:30pm
- Booking
- Group and private tours by prior appointment
From the attraction's own website on 4 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Guided Tours
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