16 June 2023
The first Birthday Honours list of the new King, Charles III, contained the very welcome news of Past Master David Poole being awarded an MBE for services to horology and heritage crafts.
David said: "I was thrilled to receive information about being awarded with the MBE for service to horology and heritage crafts.
"For many years I have been actively encouraging young people to become clock and watchmakers, arranging apprenticeships, and writing materials for training.
"There is a great shortage of clock and watchmakers and few opportunities to learn. Both clock and watchmaking are endangered crafts, definitely a career which should be carefully considered.
"The craft of clockmaking is fascinating and satisfying; encouraging others to become involved is particularly rewarding.
"It is wonderful to be recognised for work that has been such fun and worthwhile."
