The iconic Beatties clock in Wolverhampton city centre is to get a major makeover to preserve it for generations to come.
The four-sided clock head, originally erected in 1993 following funding from James Beatties PLC, remains a prominent landmark at the top of Victoria Street – but has been worn down by time and requires essential repairs.
Original clock manufacturers, Smith of Derby, will carry out the works, which will see the clock head temporarily removed on November 22 and taken to a workshop where it will be fully restored before being returned to its current home once public realm improvement works are completed in that section of the city centre.
City of Wolverhampton Council has secured £88,000 for the works from the Government’s Pride in Place Impact Fund, which supports community projects such as this.
The Beatties family have also endorsed the plans to bring the clock back to its former glory.
Councillor Stephen Simkins, council Leader, said: “The Beatties clock is one of Wolverhampton city centre’s most recognisable landmarks - and holds a special place in the hearts of residents and visitors.
“We are delighted to have secured Pride in Place funding to enable these important restoration works and ensure this iconic feature can be enjoyed for many more years to come.
“It is fitting that the original manufacturers will carry out the refurbishment, ensuring an important part of our city’s heritage is preserved.”
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