Posts In:

A New Art-Deco Inspired Clock

November 26, 2019 News

Working alongside Dover District Council the Smith of Derby team are proud to have installed a bespoke clock at the recently refurbished Deal Pier. The art-deco clock was installed as part of the pier regeneration project and is a replacement of the original timepiece, which was a prominent feature of the pier for a number of years. Opened in 1957, Deal Pier celebrated its diamond anniversary in 2017. As part of the Pier’s focus, a renovation plan was revealed which included a new clock. Situated on both the North Sea and the English Channel, Deal was once England’s busiest port…

Continue Reading

Sleepout 2019!

November 7, 2019 News

Six members of the Smith of Derby team embarked on a sleep out mission last Friday in aid of raising vital funds and publicity for the Padley Centre in Derby. All six members of the team completed the 12hour sleep out, despite the best efforts of the elements which was testing at times. Following weeks of fundraising, the team prepared for a tough night ahead on Friday afternoon. With the weather forecast looking wet, waterproofs were packed and sleeping bag covers were purchased. Arriving at the event location, under the Derby Cathedral clock, fundraising was the first task as collection…

Continue Reading