In 1907 a small number of watchmakers met together in Clerkenwell to discuss the then problems of their craft and to see, by joining together, what they could do not only to benefit themselves, but to benefit the craft in general. from these small beginnings has grown the British Watch and Clock Makers' guild, whose members now come from all parts of the United Kingdom and abroad.

Over the years, the scope of the Guild has widened and the ways in which various facilities can be extended, or new ones introduced, are always being considered and discussed. The Guild Secretariat, most ably backed by a Guild Council composed of practical experts from all branches of the craft, is always pleased to assist members with information and to help solve various problems such as those concerning Obsolete Parts, Insurance, New Techniques, Starting a Business etc.

Membership of the British Watch and Clock Makers' Guild is by election and is available to those who are professionally engaged in any branch of horology and allied crafts. A Membership Certificate is issued to all members immediately after being elected to membership.

The Guild regrets that they do not, however, undertake research or give information on specific types of watches or clocks or their makers.

The British Watch and Clock Makers' Guild is not to be held responsible for any advice or product that is part of any advertisement within this or any linked web sites. Such responsibility lies solely with the company or individual advertising.