King Charles updates clocks at royal homes this weekend

King Charles III has a significant task ahead this weekend as all royal residences, including Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, prepare for a time change. This change coincides with the clock spring forward for daylight saving time. The royal household will face a complex operation involving over 1,000 clocks spread across various properties. Specifically, Windsor Castle has around 450 clocks, Buckingham Palace 600, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse 50. Adjusting these clocks is a major effort that will take more than 40 hours to complete. To ensure that no clock is overlooked, teams will work at each location, starting at 2 AM on Sunday. However, some clocks may still show the wrong time by Monday morning. A royal horological conservator will supervise the adjustment process, reflecting the King's appreciation for timepieces. King Charles has expressed his fondness for clocks in the past. In a 2022 episode of The Repair Shop, he shared his love for the ticking sound and the chiming of grandfather clocks. He recalled enjoying moments during family gatherings when the clocks would chime together, creating a special atmosphere. His childhood experiences with clocks also shaped his passion. The King learned about their charm from his grandmother, who enjoyed making them chime at the same time. He even revealed that he took time to discover that a clock at Clarence House plays the national anthem.