There are places where time seems to linger. Where centuries of history are etched into stone, where the quiet rhythm of streets and rivers tells stories older than memory.

Lincoln is a city where history lives in every street. From medieval architecture and Roman gateways to vibrant independent shops and cultural festivals, it offers visitors a rare blend of heritage and modern creativity. This guide explores why Lincoln remains one of Britain’s most fascinating historic destinations and why its atmosphere continues to inspire traditional craftsmanship and watchmaking today.

Nestled beneath Exchequer Gate in the historic city of Lincoln, Pinchbeck assembles its watches within a 675-year-old medieval archway beside Lincoln Cathedral. Our workshop is a working space shaped by history, craftsmanship, and focus, which is why we operate a closed-door policy while continuing to welcome enquiries, conversations, and pre-arranged visits.

Experience the everyday with a Pinchbeck watch. Handcrafted in Lincoln, these British timepieces are designed to witness life’s moments with style and heritage.

Celebrate life’s milestones with a handcrafted Harold Pinchbeck watch. Made in Lincoln, these heritage British timepieces are designed to last a lifetime.

Every Pinchbeck watch is made to order and hand-assembled in Lincoln. From printed dials to hand-painted hands and handmade leather straps, each timepiece is a personal companion — designed to be worn, lived in, and treasured, reflecting craftsmanship, care, and enduring British style.

The Sigma is more than a watch, it is a statement of support for independent British craftsmanship. Hand-assembled in Lincoln, it offers collectors a meaningful alternative to mass-produced luxury.

The Sigma is a modern British men’s watch that brings together colour, craftsmanship, and quiet confidence. Hand-assembled in Lincoln, it represents a thoughtful alternative to mass-produced luxury, a watch made to be worn, lived with, and enjoyed every day.

Machined with extraordinary precision, the Albion Blue by Harold Pinchbeck celebrates the art of British metalwork. Its three-dimensional Union Jack dial catches the light like a sculpted relief, a testament to craftsmanship and design.

Discover Harold Pinchbeck, a British watchmaking brand blending heritage, craftsmanship, and modern design. Luxury watches quietly made to be worn daily.

Start the year with intention and presence. Harold Pinchbeck invites you to slow down, appreciate the moments, and wear time with care.

At Pinchbeck, time is something to be lived as well as measured. Closing our workshop at Christmas reflects our belief in balance, family, and making watches slowly and well.

Inspired by the River Thames, the Lambeth Reach and Lambeth Dark are British-made watches that balance tradition, ceremony, and modern design — crafted to be worn for a lifetime.

Inspired by the historic city of Lincoln, the Lindum Aureate and Lindum Parchment are British-made watches rooted in warmth, history, and quiet craftsmanship.

The Sigma and Novum are Pinchbeck’s most contemporary watches — designed for daily wear, shaped by British craftsmanship, and built to last. Explore the quiet confidence behind these modern British timepieces.

The Albion Blue arrives this January — a new handcrafted British watch from Harold Pinchbeck featuring a sculpted navy dial, Swiss movement, and handmade leather strap. Elegant, subtle, and crafted in small batches, it offers collectors a refined new take on the Albion design.

As the light softens and layers return, the watches we choose begin to feel different on the wrist. Winter has its own rhythm, its own palette and its own way of making a handmade British watch feel perfectly at home.

fine watch is far more than a stylish Christmas gift. Explore why gifting a handcrafted British timepiece carries emotional meaning, lasting value, and becomes a treasured part of a man’s everyday life.

This Christmas, choosing a British-made watch is more than gifting luxury — it’s a statement of values. Discover why supporting UK craftsmanship, heritage skills and small-batch manufacturing matters more than ever.

Meet the Sigma, a cheerful, 36mm companion to the Novum. Handcrafted in Lincoln, its teal dial, soft peach markers, and luminous hands bring practical British craftsmanship to life.