National landscapes (AONB) · South West England
Wishing Fish Clock
In or near Brockworth.
Wishing Fish Clock is a place of interest in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Cheltenham Spa · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Wishing Fish Clock is a place of interest in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands. The site is within the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the Cheltenham parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Cheltenham Spa, about 1.8 km away. Postcode area GL50.
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Official information
The Wishing Fish Clock is a large mechanical clock located in the Regent Arcade shopping centre in Cheltenham, designed by artist Kit Williams. Standing over 45 feet tall, it features whimsical characters and plays music every half-hour, making it a unique attraction for visitors.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Wishing Fish Clock is located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This unique clock features a whimsical design, contributing to the character of the local area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8997, -2.0743
- County
- Gloucestershire
- District
- Cheltenham
- Parish
- Cheltenham, unparished area
- Postcode
- GL50 1HQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cheltenham
- Nearest railway station
- Cheltenham Spa — 1.8 km
- Official site
- www.regentarcade.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n10767110299 (ODbL)
- commons: Kit_Williams_clock,_Regent_Arcade,_Cheltenham_-_geograph.org.uk_-_519627.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wishing Fish Clock?
- Wishing Fish Clock is in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode GL50 1HQ), in the parish of Cheltenham, unparished area.
- What is Wishing Fish Clock?
- Wishing Fish Clock is a place of interest in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wishing Fish Clock?
- The nearest railway station is Cheltenham Spa, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode GL50 1HQ.
- Is Wishing Fish Clock a protected site?
- Yes — Wishing Fish Clock is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Wishing Fish Clock free to visit?
- Yes, Wishing Fish Clock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wishing Fish Clock?
- The nearest railway station is Cheltenham Spa, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL50 1HQ.