Albert Clock, Clock tower in The Square, Barnstaple, England.
The Albert Clock is an octagonal limestone structure with four clock faces, a belfry, and a leaded spire. The tower incorporates Devon marble, sandstone, and colored tiles throughout its construction.
The structure was built in 1862 following Prince Albert's death through funding from public subscriptions and community support. It emerged from a local desire to create a memorial honoring the late prince.
The Albert Clock was named to honor Prince Albert and serves as a focal point in Barnstaple town center. The structure holds significance for local residents as a longstanding symbol of the community.
The structure sits in The Square at the heart of Barnstaple town center and is easily accessible on foot. The public space around it can be visited at any time of day.
The four clock faces often display different times, a quirk that earned the structure the nickname 'the four faced liar' among locals. This characteristic has been noted throughout its history as a curious feature of the tower.
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