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“Hands on horology” returns to London in June 2026

April 2026


“Hands on horology” returns to London in June 2026

Hands On Horology, the interactive watch event that puts timepieces directly in enthusiasts’ hands, returns to Protein Studios in Shoreditch on Saturday, 13 June 2026. Now in its second year, the event will bring together over 45 exhibiting brands – from celebrated Swiss heritage houses to the most exciting independent watchmakers – across two curated sessions.

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ollowing a hugely successful inaugural event in 2025, Hands On Horology has established itself as London’s destination for watch enthusiasts, collectors, and industry professionals seeking a personal, hands-on alternative to traditional watch fairs.

The confirmed brand roster brings together a remarkable cross-section of contemporary watchmaking, spanning Swiss heritage, bold independents, and rising microbrands:

Alpina • Arsène Lippens • Atelier Wen • AWAKE • BA111OD • Ball • Beaubleu • BEDA’A • Benzinger • Brew Watch Co • Christopher Ward • Dennison • Doxa • Farer • Frederique ConstantFormexFurlan Marri • Gagà Laboratorio • Habring2 • Heinrich • Herbelin • HORAGE • Jack Mason • Junghans • Kollokium • Kudoke • KUOE • Louis Erard • M.A.D.Editions • Maghnam • Micromilspec • Nivada Grenchen • Nodus • Oris • Paulin • Perrelet • RZE • Sartory Billard • Schaefer & Companions • Selten • Serica • Straum • SpaceOne • Studio Underd0g • VenezianicoVulcain • WatchGecko • Wren

“Hands on horology” returns to London in June 2026

Hands On Horology is designed to be more than a watch exhibition. Attendees can look forward to:

  • A digital Wrist Shot Competition – professional images of attendees’ watches displayed on a large LED screen throughout the show and sent digitally post-event for sharing.
  • Live dial customisation sessions with The Dial Artist – exclusive 15-minute sessions for Priority Pass holders (limited to 24 slots across both sessions, first-come first-served).
  • Complimentary welcome drinks sponsored by Champagne Chalamet – champagne, whisky, and mocktails available at the bar (one token for General Admission, two for Priority Pass).
  • A limited edition Inkdial Hands On Horology artwork featuring the hero watches from each exhibiting brand, available for all attendees to collect as a unique memento.

“Hands on horology” returns to London in June 2026

Tickets are available via Ticket Tailor in two tiers, with early access for OT Club members:

General Admission from £18 Early Bird / £25 General Sale

  • Entry to Hands On Horology (choice of morning or afternoon session).
  • Access to all 45+ exhibiting brands.
  • One complimentary drink token – champagne, whisky, or mocktail.
  • Limited edition Inkdial artwork to collect at the show.

“Hands on horology” returns to London in June 2026

Priority Pass from £35 Early Bird / £45 General Sale

  • Queue-jump priority access to the show.
  • Access to all 45+ exhibiting brands.
  • Two complimentary drink tokens.
  • A VIP goody bag with branded merchandise from exhibiting brands.
  • A 15-minute live dial art session with The Dial Artist (limited to 24 slots, first-come first-served).
  • Limited-edition Inkdial artwork to collect at the show.

Ticket Sale Dates

  • OT Club Members — 20 March 2026 (General Admission free; Priority Pass £20)
  • Early Bird — from 3 April 2026
  • General Sale — 28 April 2026

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