Built to mark the completion of the harbour extension in 1878, this fine clock turret (made by Joyce of Whitchurch) stands in Station Approach of Holyhead on the Isle of Anglesey. Joyce was famous for its railway clocks which were an essential feature of so many stations. When it was built not everyone had a watch of their own and approaching this clock tower from any of four sides gave you immediate notice of whether you would have to hurry for your train or had a minute or two to spare. It's boldly ornate in a decorative Victorian style that may be regarded as a little overdone by today's standards, but which certainly stands out. It was originally surrounded by bollards and a bar preventing people from climbing it, but now it's left to itself atop a paved mound. Holyhead is the end of the line for trains in Wales -from here passengers embark and head for the nearby harbour to catch boats to Ireland, so this is a good opportunity to check the time -and because it's a Joyce clock, you can be assured that it is accurate!
Location: Holyhead, Angelsey, Wales
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