TIME AND TIDE
WAIT FOR NO MAN.
(Georey Chaucer)

This site aims to perpetuate the memory of the members of the armed forces who served in World War ll and died for the cause, by the restoration and preservation and maintenance of the Withernsea town war memorial clock situated in St. Nicholas church tower, Withernsea.

THE CLOCK WORKS
360 Image

TAKE A LOOK AROUND.

We have a unique interactive way to view the church, clock and surrounding area. This fantastic 360 dolls house shows the church's main hall stairwell, clock room and belfry - we will be updating this periodically.

Thanks to Paul Martin for leading his expertises.

ABOUT THE PROJECT.

THE CLOCK WORKS

What is happening with the clock restoration, why does it need it and why should we care?

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THE PEOPLE

Meet the people behind the clock restoration, from volunteers to professional companies all lending their expertise in getting the clock back to it’s original working state.

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1945 DONATIONS LIST

Have a look at the original list of donations from 1945, if you know someone or are a relative of a person on the list add your story about them.

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LATEST BLOG POSTS.

‘Momentous Day’ as Clock Handed Over

After a year-long restoration and fundraising project, Withernsea’s St Nicholas Church War Memorial Clock has been formally handed back to the town.

On Sunday, October …

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Clock Restored After Years of Effort

A community-driven project brings a beloved local landmark back to life. After years of disrepair, the Withernsea War Memorial Clock has been fully restored. The iconic timepiece, …

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Experience the Heritage Open Days

This weekend, the St. Friends of St. Nicholas Withernsea church invites you to immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of events as part of the Heritage Open Days. It’s a perfect …

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DONATION STORIES.

The people of Withernsea raised £532 to remember the people who were killed in the second world war, check out the original donation list from 1945 - if you know someone or are a relative of a person on the list add your story about them.

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Lorrie Mann