The Accurist British Real Time Project is the celebration of moments that make up modern British Life. We want to create a snapshot of Britain, inspiring others to see, do and experience more of what makes Britain great.

For our first project we’re creating a new speaking clock where people across the country can become an hour, minute and second of Britain.

Become part of our clock by meeting our tour, where you will be filmed speaking an hour, minute and second, then put into our clock. You’ll be part of a new British moment and may become a little bit famous too.

Clock FAQ

What is the difference between the British Real Time Clock and my computer clock?

The British Real Time Clock synchronises to a highly accurate source each time you visit the web site so you can be sure the it is accurate. Your computer clock may vary from the true time.

How accurate is the British Real Time Clock?

The accuracy of the clock depends on how stable your internet connection is during the online syncronisation. It will always be accurate to within one second and often much better than this.

Do I need a fast internet connection to get accurate use ofthe British Real Time Clock?

The accuracy of the clock depends on how stable your internet connection is during the syncronisation and not the speed of your connection.

When do the clocks change for British Summer Time?

British Summer Time (BST) starts on the last Sunday in March and ends on the last Sunday in October, at 1.00 am Greenwich Mean Time (GMT):

In spring the clocks go forward, losing an hour - at 1.00 am GMT the UK moves to 2.00 am BST. In autumn the clocks go back, giving an extra hour - at 2.00 am BST the UK moves to 1.00 am GMT.

in the next three years, the summer time periods begin and end on the following dates:

	2009	2010	2011
Clocks go forward	29 March	28 March	27 March
Clocks go back	25 October	31 October	30 October