Leicester University astronomical clock
Illustration — Leicester University Astronomical Clock The Leicester University astronomical clock is a modern astronomical clock at the University of Leicester.
Leicester University astronomical clock
Alun Salt from Derby and Leicester, UK · Astronomical Clock at Leicester University (HDR) Uploaded by NotFromUtrecht · CC BY-SA 2.0
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The clock was installed in 1989 on the side of the Rattray Lecture Theatre at the University of Leicester. It was designed and constructed by Allan Mills and Ralph Jefferson. The display is 8 ft in diameter.
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