By the time I came to The Watch Lab in Fenwicks, Colchester I had been told by various jewellers that they couldn't fix my watch. Hannah took a long look at my watch and accepted the challenge,... See more
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Took a watch to them this morning after being quoted a cost of £255 by jeweller for a small repair and battery change. To be fair the jeweller recommended the watch lab. Repair and battery replacement... See more
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I visited the Watch Lab Trinity Leeds today and the service I received from the lady was absolutely excellent so I decided to leave a review. Her technical skills were first class and also great advi... See more
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Emporio Armani watch taken in as long hand was fixed at 12 o'clock. Watch was initially checked and as initial inspection showed further investigation was required. We returned a coupke of hoyrs lat... See more
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The Watch Lab has been operating from our purpose-built Service Centre in Preston for 20 years, where our team of expertly trained professional watch technicians and watchmakers repair a range of brands whether Vintage, Automatic, Mechanical or Quartz. As a member of the British Watch and Clockmakers Guild we operate to the highest industry standards and both our branches and workshop use all the latest technical equipment from Switzerland and Germany. We also have a national chain of Watch Lab branches and kiosks that are conveniently placed in some of the UK’s most visited shopping centres from Southampton to Glasgow and from Bristol to York. Many common repairs can be completed on-site within the hour by our friendly branch staff who will be more than happy to help you or alternatively we offer our high quality, full insured Battery and Reseal 7-day postal service for watches under £2500 in value.
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Omega watch clasp rebrushed to factory
I have a new omega watch and in the first month of ownership managed to scuff the main clasp. The guys in st Enoch centre in Glasgow helped me out on the spot and managed to restore to factory brushes finish in 20 mins. Delighted with the work thank you 🙏
30 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for sharing this — we really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a brilliant review.
We’re delighted to hear that the team at the St Enoch Centre were able to help with your Omega clasp and restore it back to a factory‑brushed finish so quickly. Scuffing a new watch is never a good feeling, so it’s great to know they could sort it on the spot and leave you happy with the result.
Your kind words mean a lot, and the team will be thrilled to hear your feedback.
I unfortunately broke a pin in my watch…
I unfortunately broke a pin in my watch strap took it in to sarah and she was great put a new one in while I waited great service thank you very much definitely recommend x
30 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you for your feedback — we really appreciate you sharing this.
Great to hear that Sarah was able to sort your watch strap so quickly after the pin broke. Getting it fixed on the spot while you waited is exactly the kind of service that makes things easier, and she’ll be glad to know how much you appreciated it.
Always get excellent.aervice at the…
Always get excellent.aervice at the Romford branch. I've been using it for years with no problems. Thoroughly recommend you give them a try.
28 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you for your feedback — we really appreciate you sharing this.
It’s great to hear you always receive excellent service at the Romford branch. Being a long‑time customer and having consistently positive experiences says a lot about the team there.
Thanks again for taking the time to leave your review.
Great service
David was very polite and helpful at the Leicester branch in the shires he repaired watch very quickly
23 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted David could provide quick and helpful service at our Leicester branch. We’ll be sure to pass your words on.
Put my watch in to Tag in Glasgow to…
Put my watch in to Tag in Glasgow to get a service and some repairs and fit a new battery and seal
Sent it away and got it back and was told the parts were now obsolete and they didn’t even put a new battery and seal in it
Took it to John at the Watch Lab
He fitted a new battery and seal and checked the workings of the watch and tried to fix a small problem with it
Watch now working and a 3rd of the price Tag we’re going to take to not even try to fit a new battery and seal
22 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re delighted John could provide a thorough service and get your watch working properly. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on.
Will at the Leicester Highcross branch…
Will at the Leicester Highcross branch provided outstanding service—he’s a real credit to your business. Five stars!
18 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled Will could provide outstanding service and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on.
Excellent service
Emporio Armani watch taken in as long hand was fixed at 12 o'clock. Watch was initially checked and as initial inspection showed further investigation was required. We returned a coupke of hoyrs later and were advised it was the mechamism thst needed to be replaced and the watch would need to be sent away. The work did take longer than originalky quoted (5 weeks) but on collection was very pleased with the result. All staff in the store (Manchester Arndale) wete friendly, approachable and helpful. I was also reassured that The Watch Lab is part of the Timpson Group. I woukd highly recommend.
13 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! We’re delighted our Manchester Arndale team could provide friendly, helpful service and ensure your Emporio Armani watch was repaired to your satisfaction. We really appreciate your recommendation and kind words.
Excellent, friendly service
Paul in the Glasgow Buchanan Galleries store was superb. I popped in having lost a pin from one of the links in my watch and the glass on the front had fallen off.
Paul very kindly fixed it for free whilst I waited. Had a few batteries from the Watch Lab over the years, but now wont go anywhere else.
9 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled Paul could help fix your watch while you waited. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on.
A really friendly guy and had my watch…
A really friendly guy and had my watch sorted for a battery and seal in 30 minutes, the first battery I had the jewellers said it had to go to Switzerland for a battery and it took 3 weeks to get it back.
14 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted our colleague could get your watch sorted quickly and save you time. We’ll be sure to pass your words on.
Took an Asprey Chrono Automatic for a…
Took an Asprey Chrono Automatic for a service to CARDIFF(1387) branch on 16 Feb.2026. Quoted £250 to service,plus if parts required I would be contacted with revised price. £25 deposit paid.The Manager,Jag, did not know the brand and when I mentioned that their on-line Advertisement showed that a ROLEX could be serviced/repaired he told me that was not correct.
I subsequently received a message from the Workshop Team telling me the service price was now £395. I explained what I had been told by Jag,at Cardiff-only to be told to take it up with him!
Today,11 Mar 2026,I collected the watch,and when I asked the name of the young man at St David's Arcade,Cardiff, he took off his name tag and would not give me his name!!. I am sure Sir W.J.A.TIMPSON CBE( a Director) would be disappointed with this incident.
11 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Hi there,
We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and the concerns you’ve raised regarding communication, pricing, and service at our Cardiff branch. This is not the standard we expect from our teams.
We would like to look into this properly for you. Please contact our customer care team at customer.support@timpson.com
Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you found our service quick and efficient. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review!
Very professional service
Really helpful, polite and professional service in resizing my wedding ring. Would recommend The Watch Lab based in Fenwick Colchester.
9 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted our team could provide helpful, polite, and professional service with your wedding ring. We really appreciate your recommendation.
Great service by the Watch Lab…
Great service by the Watch Lab replacing batteries in two watches with one requiring an extra repair on opening the back. Service was great, clear expectations on what work was needed by Sarah and completed in timeframe given. Would definitely recommend based on my recent experience of using them.
8 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted Sarah could provide clear guidance and complete the work on your watches efficiently. We really appreciate your recommendation.
Great service!
Quick, efficient, knowledgeable service. No fuss reliability. Helpful technician Bryan in the Chester branch. Can highly recommend.
7 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re thrilled Bryan could provide quick, efficient, and knowledgeable service. We’ll be sure to pass your words on.
Leeds shop/service is great
I took my Omega Seamaster to The Watch Lab yesterday at The White Rose Centre Leeds. This was my first visit and was a goood experience. The guy who served me was very pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable. A new battery was fitted and all the relevant checks done in under 30 minutes. Price was very reasonable. I shall be returning.
5 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had a positive first visit to our White Rose Centre Leeds store, and that the team were able to help with your Omega Seamaster. It’s great to know you were pleased with the service and turnaround time. We really appreciate you taking the time to share this and look forward to seeing you again!
Excellent
Tony was excellent and was able to establish my watch had had a new battery within a two year period.
I had not been made aware of this first time using watch lab - first class service.
4 March 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re delighted Tony could provide first-class service and help clarify the history of your watch. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on.
Excellent Service.
The service at the bristol Mall in CribbsCausway is very excellent, you can’t fault anything. The service and work is thorough and Sarah is very pleasant calm and cares for customers and always very helpful answering inquiries.
Thank you Sarah!!
Anita ( Nhs nurse )
24 February 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Anita! We’re thrilled Sarah could provide such thorough and caring service. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on.
Absolute gentleman
Absolute gentleman, went in for a link out of my watch and done it within minutes, great service
28 February 2026
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Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted our colleague could provide quick and excellent service with your watch. We’ll be sure to pass your words on.
Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re delighted you had an amazing experience and really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
Took my 30 year old TAG watch to TAG…
Took my 30 year old TAG watch to TAG and they couldnt/wouldn't replace the battery. Took it to watchlab Bluewater and Harry could have been more helpful. Great service 👏
28 February 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The WATCH Lab
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re delighted Harry could provide helpful service and get your TAG watch sorted. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on.
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