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Wilfred Clocks Off. 64 year old Wilfred Cripps of South London has had a very winding job
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Wilfred Clocks Off. 64 year old Wilfred Cripps of South London has had a very winding job
Wilfred Clocks Off. 64 year old Wilfred Cripps of South London has had a very winding job. For the past 34 years exactly, Wilfred has wound his way up the 225 steps of the spiral staircase to the mechanism of the clock tower in Londons St Pauls Cathedral. When he reaches the top, a little breathless, Wilfred has had some more winding to do - a little matter of 935 turns of the handle of the clock, to complete the daily task. In between times, Wilfred has also been concerned with fire prevention at the cathedral. With Wilfred s, retirement a new man has taken over the task, but he won t have it for long, because the clock is shortly to be electrified. Our Picture Shows: Wilfred Cripps winds the handle of the clock at St Pauls Cathedral - 935 times - on his last day at the Cathedral. 15th July 1969
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End of an Era - Wilfred Cripps, the Dedicated Timekeeper of St Paul's Cathedral Clock Tower
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. In this photograph captured on July 15th, 1969, we witness the final moments of a remarkable chapter in London's history. Meet Wilfred Cripps, a resilient man who has faithfully served as the guardian of time at St Paul's Cathedral for an astonishing 34 years. With his retirement looming, Wilfred stands tall amidst the intricate mechanism that powers one of London's most iconic clocks. Having conquered the daunting spiral staircase comprising 225 steps each day without fail, he now prepares to complete his last task - winding up the clock handle precisely 935 times. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time from Memory Lane Prints, it becomes evident that dedication and craftsmanship have been etched into every line on Wilfred's face. His unwavering commitment to maintaining accurate timekeeping within these hallowed walls is truly commendable. Wilfred not only ensured punctuality but also played a vital role in fire prevention at St Paul's Cathedral throughout his tenure. However, with progress knocking at its doors, electricity will soon replace tradition as technology advances. This poignant image serves as a tribute to Wilfred Cripps' unwavering service and marks the end of an era where human hands meticulously controlled time itself within St Paul's Cathedral.
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