Welcome to Colinton Clocks. Here you can see our range of quirky clocks and distinctive homewares. These products are hand-made using native hardwoods, such as oak yew and elm. These beautiful natural materials are uniquely suited to our designs which in many cases are inspired by the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau styles.
Here also you’ll find information about our occasional special exhibition “Mesmerising Mechanisms”. It’s a free hands-on exhibition featuring a collection of wooden machines which do all sorts of entirely pointless things, but provide lots of interest and amusement in the process.
Part of Colinton's history is the railway line that served the village until the 1960's. The line ran from central Edinburgh to the outlying village of Balerno. Colinton station was a stop on that route. The line was single track and twisty, with some demanding inclines. Consequently, the steam locomotive that hauled the train was small but sturdy, and it earned the affectionate nickname of the Balerno Pug. The Pug is commemorated in our unique scale model and informative A3 size poster.
You can see Colinton Clocks products in 2025 at the following events :
Fife Show, Cupar, Fife, 24th May
Pittenweem Arts Festival, Pittenweem, Fife, 2nd -9th August
Pentland Art Club Annual Exhibition, Currie, Edinburgh, August, dates to be confirmed
Colony of Artists 2025; Abbeyhill, Edinburgh, in September, dates to be confirmed
Peebles Woodmarket, The Drill Hall Peebles, 18th& 19th October
Also, Mesmerising Mechanisms events are taking place on 19th April, 12th July and 16th August; check here for details