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Description
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A Modern Cuckoo Clock in a Dark Wood Finish
This cuckoo clock strips the design back to a simple house silhouette in a dark wood finish, with a pitched roof, single round door and pendulum swinging below. It keeps the familiar shape and mechanism of a cuckoo clock without the carved foliage, painted shutters, antlers or hanging weights traditionally associated with one. On the hour, the cuckoo appears and plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call, while the automatic night mode keeps the clock silent overnight. It hangs from a keyhole fixing and runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied.
What the Simplified Design Does
- The shape without the carving: A clean pitched-roof outline replaces the look of a Black Forest chalet. The familiar silhouette still reads clearly as a cuckoo clock without the decoration normally associated with one.
- Automatic night mode: The chime switches off automatically overnight and starts again in the morning, so there is no need to silence it manually before bed.
- A dawn chorus on the hour: The clock plays birdsong rather than repeating a single call, giving the hourly sequence a more varied sound.
- A working pendulum: The pendulum adds movement beneath the case between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed underneath for it to swing.
- Dark finish, fine markers: A pale dial and slim numerals contrast with the dark case, helping the time remain easy to read against the mainly silhouette-style design.
- Light and simple to hang: At just over a kilo, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and needs one screw rather than two separate fixing points.
Pairing the Clock in the Room
The dark silhouette works particularly well against pale walls and alongside other simple black forms. The round black wall mirror repeats the same dark line in a circular shape, giving contrast between the angular clock case and the plain round frame while keeping the finishes connected. The clock suits white, chalk, plaster, greige and pale grey walls, and works alongside blackened steel, pale timber and natural linen rather than heavier ornament. For interiors based on clean lines and restrained materials, our Scandinavian living room guide explores the same approach.
Why Pale Oak Suits a Cuckoo Clock
Pale oak against a light wall creates very little contrast, which is central to the look of this version. Without a hard edge between the case and the plaster, the clock sits more quietly within the room and can be added to an existing scheme without dominating it. The cuckoo clock shape is distinctive enough to remain recognisable without a dark finish emphasising the outline. In oak, the form still reads clearly but with a softer presence, making it suitable above a worktop or along a hallway where it can become part of the room rather than its main focal point.
The hourly cuckoo is the main feature, so it helps to know what happens when the hour arrives. The round door at the top opens, the bird appears and, rather than giving a two-note call, the clock plays a dawn chorus made up of several birds for a few seconds. Automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning, removing the need to silence it manually before bed. Between each hourly sequence, the pendulum continues swinging beneath the case, adding movement while the clock is otherwise still.
The case is 430 mm tall and 210 mm wide, projects 75 mm from the wall and weighs 1.05 kg overall, allowing it to hang from a single keyhole fixing. The movement runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. For a larger pale piece in the same room, the Hand Crafted Antique Style Leaner Mirror in Cream shares a similarly soft appearance at full length.
What the Clock Brings to a Wall
- A shape without an outline. The case, dial and pendulum share one pale tone, helping the clock blend into a light wall rather than appearing as a strongly defined cut-out against it.
- Detail that waits for you. Fine numerals, the shadow beneath the roof and the grain in the timber become more noticeable at closer range without competing for attention from across the room.
- A dawn chorus on the hour. Birdsong replaces a single call, giving the hourly cuckoo a more varied sound within the otherwise understated design.
- Night mode that works on its own. The chime stops automatically overnight and begins again in the morning without needing to be switched manually.
- A pendulum that keeps swinging. The pendulum adds movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed beneath the case for it to swing.
- Light on the wall. At 1.05 kg, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and requires one screw.
Why Pale Timber Suits a House Shape
The case of a cuckoo clock resembles a miniature building, and the finish changes how that shape is perceived. Dark stained timber beneath a steep roof can suggest the look of a traditional cabin, even when much of the usual carving has been removed. Pale oak gives the same form a different character. Light timber, a clean pitched roof and no ornament create a simpler, more architectural appearance. The shape itself remains the same between the two finishes, but the pale version gives the familiar cuckoo clock form a more contemporary look.
Where to Put It and What It Will Do to the Room
The clock works well in a kitchen, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day in a room people use regularly. In a hallway or on a landing, the sound can carry through the house without belonging to one particular room. A child's room or nursery suits the pale, understated case, while a study or home office can make use of the hourly time signal. Chalk, plaster or off-white walls allow the timber to sit more softly within the scheme rather than creating a strong contrast. The oak works against white, chalk, plaster, greige, sage and pale blue.
The Practical Details Before You Buy
- Batteries are not supplied. The movement takes 3 x AA. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more power than a plain clock movement.
- Leave clear wall beneath it. The pendulum swings below the case, so clear space is needed underneath and nothing should sit close enough to obstruct its movement. Allow additional room below the stated height.
- Keyhole fixing, rated for 1.05 kg. A single screw or hook supports the clock, so a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position it level, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
- Think about where the sound lands. The hourly chime can carry into adjoining rooms. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and consider how far the sound may travel from the room where it is positioned.
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
FAQs: Modern Cuckoo Wall Clock.
No. An automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning without manual switching. This allows the hourly cuckoo to remain enabled throughout the year without sounding during the night.
The clock plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call. On the hour, the door opens, the cuckoo appears and birdsong plays, adding an audible feature to the hourly movement.
This cuckoo clock takes a simpler approach to traditional styling. Instead of carved leaves, painted shutters and hanging weights, it uses a plain house silhouette in a dark wood finish with no applied decoration. The familiar shape still identifies it as a cuckoo clock while helping it sit more naturally on a plain modern wall.
Yes. The pendulum swings continuously beneath the case, adding movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed below the clock, along with a level fixing, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
The cuckoo clock takes 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new ones, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more current than a plain clock movement.
The chime can carry beyond the room where the clock is positioned, so placement is worth considering. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and bear in mind that the sound may also be heard in adjoining rooms.
The case measures 430mm tall and 210mm wide and projects 75mm from the wall. Because the pendulum swings below the case, additional clear wall space is needed underneath. Keep shelves, furniture and other objects away from the area directly beneath the clock.
The cuckoo clock hangs from a single fixing using the keyhole mount on the reverse. At 1.05 kg, a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position the clock level rather than judging it by eye, as the pendulum makes any tilt easy to see.
The clock works well in rooms people regularly move through, including a kitchen, hallway, landing or playroom, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day. A pale, uncluttered wall gives the house-shaped silhouette a clear background against which to stand out.
Dimensions: 430 mm (H) x 210 mm (W) x 75 mm (D), excluding the pendulum swing below. Case: house silhouette in a dark wood finish. Features: hourly cuckoo with dawn chorus tune, automatic night mode, swinging pendulum. Materials: MDF and plastic. Power: 3 x AA batteries, not included. Fixing: keyhole. Weight: 1.05 kg.
Living With an Hourly Chime
Hang it in a room people pass through rather than one they sit and work in, and keep it off any wall shared with a bedroom. Leave the wall beneath it clear so the pendulum has room to swing, and choose a plain background, since the case is a silhouette and needs space around it to read. For clean, pared-back rooms and walls that carry one piece:
Overview
A Modern Cuckoo Clock in a Dark Wood Finish
This cuckoo clock strips the design back to a simple house silhouette in a dark wood finish, with a pitched roof, single round door and pendulum swinging below. It keeps the familiar shape and mechanism of a cuckoo clock without the carved foliage, painted shutters, antlers or hanging weights traditionally associated with one. On the hour, the cuckoo appears and plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call, while the automatic night mode keeps the clock silent overnight. It hangs from a keyhole fixing and runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied.
What the Simplified Design Does
- The shape without the carving: A clean pitched-roof outline replaces the look of a Black Forest chalet. The familiar silhouette still reads clearly as a cuckoo clock without the decoration normally associated with one.
- Automatic night mode: The chime switches off automatically overnight and starts again in the morning, so there is no need to silence it manually before bed.
- A dawn chorus on the hour: The clock plays birdsong rather than repeating a single call, giving the hourly sequence a more varied sound.
- A working pendulum: The pendulum adds movement beneath the case between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed underneath for it to swing.
- Dark finish, fine markers: A pale dial and slim numerals contrast with the dark case, helping the time remain easy to read against the mainly silhouette-style design.
- Light and simple to hang: At just over a kilo, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and needs one screw rather than two separate fixing points.
Pairing the Clock in the Room
The dark silhouette works particularly well against pale walls and alongside other simple black forms. The round black wall mirror repeats the same dark line in a circular shape, giving contrast between the angular clock case and the plain round frame while keeping the finishes connected. The clock suits white, chalk, plaster, greige and pale grey walls, and works alongside blackened steel, pale timber and natural linen rather than heavier ornament. For interiors based on clean lines and restrained materials, our Scandinavian living room guide explores the same approach.
Description
Why Pale Oak Suits a Cuckoo Clock
Pale oak against a light wall creates very little contrast, which is central to the look of this version. Without a hard edge between the case and the plaster, the clock sits more quietly within the room and can be added to an existing scheme without dominating it. The cuckoo clock shape is distinctive enough to remain recognisable without a dark finish emphasising the outline. In oak, the form still reads clearly but with a softer presence, making it suitable above a worktop or along a hallway where it can become part of the room rather than its main focal point.
The hourly cuckoo is the main feature, so it helps to know what happens when the hour arrives. The round door at the top opens, the bird appears and, rather than giving a two-note call, the clock plays a dawn chorus made up of several birds for a few seconds. Automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning, removing the need to silence it manually before bed. Between each hourly sequence, the pendulum continues swinging beneath the case, adding movement while the clock is otherwise still.
The case is 430 mm tall and 210 mm wide, projects 75 mm from the wall and weighs 1.05 kg overall, allowing it to hang from a single keyhole fixing. The movement runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. For a larger pale piece in the same room, the Hand Crafted Antique Style Leaner Mirror in Cream shares a similarly soft appearance at full length.
What the Clock Brings to a Wall
- A shape without an outline. The case, dial and pendulum share one pale tone, helping the clock blend into a light wall rather than appearing as a strongly defined cut-out against it.
- Detail that waits for you. Fine numerals, the shadow beneath the roof and the grain in the timber become more noticeable at closer range without competing for attention from across the room.
- A dawn chorus on the hour. Birdsong replaces a single call, giving the hourly cuckoo a more varied sound within the otherwise understated design.
- Night mode that works on its own. The chime stops automatically overnight and begins again in the morning without needing to be switched manually.
- A pendulum that keeps swinging. The pendulum adds movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed beneath the case for it to swing.
- Light on the wall. At 1.05 kg, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and requires one screw.
Why Pale Timber Suits a House Shape
The case of a cuckoo clock resembles a miniature building, and the finish changes how that shape is perceived. Dark stained timber beneath a steep roof can suggest the look of a traditional cabin, even when much of the usual carving has been removed. Pale oak gives the same form a different character. Light timber, a clean pitched roof and no ornament create a simpler, more architectural appearance. The shape itself remains the same between the two finishes, but the pale version gives the familiar cuckoo clock form a more contemporary look.
Where to Put It and What It Will Do to the Room
The clock works well in a kitchen, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day in a room people use regularly. In a hallway or on a landing, the sound can carry through the house without belonging to one particular room. A child's room or nursery suits the pale, understated case, while a study or home office can make use of the hourly time signal. Chalk, plaster or off-white walls allow the timber to sit more softly within the scheme rather than creating a strong contrast. The oak works against white, chalk, plaster, greige, sage and pale blue.
The Practical Details Before You Buy
- Batteries are not supplied. The movement takes 3 x AA. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more power than a plain clock movement.
- Leave clear wall beneath it. The pendulum swings below the case, so clear space is needed underneath and nothing should sit close enough to obstruct its movement. Allow additional room below the stated height.
- Keyhole fixing, rated for 1.05 kg. A single screw or hook supports the clock, so a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position it level, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
- Think about where the sound lands. The hourly chime can carry into adjoining rooms. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and consider how far the sound may travel from the room where it is positioned.
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
FAQs
FAQs: Modern Cuckoo Wall Clock.
No. An automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning without manual switching. This allows the hourly cuckoo to remain enabled throughout the year without sounding during the night.
The clock plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call. On the hour, the door opens, the cuckoo appears and birdsong plays, adding an audible feature to the hourly movement.
This cuckoo clock takes a simpler approach to traditional styling. Instead of carved leaves, painted shutters and hanging weights, it uses a plain house silhouette in a dark wood finish with no applied decoration. The familiar shape still identifies it as a cuckoo clock while helping it sit more naturally on a plain modern wall.
Yes. The pendulum swings continuously beneath the case, adding movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed below the clock, along with a level fixing, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
The cuckoo clock takes 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new ones, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more current than a plain clock movement.
The chime can carry beyond the room where the clock is positioned, so placement is worth considering. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and bear in mind that the sound may also be heard in adjoining rooms.
The case measures 430mm tall and 210mm wide and projects 75mm from the wall. Because the pendulum swings below the case, additional clear wall space is needed underneath. Keep shelves, furniture and other objects away from the area directly beneath the clock.
The cuckoo clock hangs from a single fixing using the keyhole mount on the reverse. At 1.05 kg, a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position the clock level rather than judging it by eye, as the pendulum makes any tilt easy to see.
The clock works well in rooms people regularly move through, including a kitchen, hallway, landing or playroom, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day. A pale, uncluttered wall gives the house-shaped silhouette a clear background against which to stand out.
Dimensions: 430 mm (H) x 210 mm (W) x 75 mm (D), excluding the pendulum swing below. Case: house silhouette in a dark wood finish. Features: hourly cuckoo with dawn chorus tune, automatic night mode, swinging pendulum. Materials: MDF and plastic. Power: 3 x AA batteries, not included. Fixing: keyhole. Weight: 1.05 kg.
Knowledge Hub
Living With an Hourly Chime
Hang it in a room people pass through rather than one they sit and work in, and keep it off any wall shared with a bedroom. Leave the wall beneath it clear so the pendulum has room to swing, and choose a plain background, since the case is a silhouette and needs space around it to read. For clean, pared-back rooms and walls that carry one piece:
Black Modern Cuckoo Wall Clock
Overview
Description
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
FAQs
Knowledge Hub
A Modern Cuckoo Clock in a Dark Wood Finish
This cuckoo clock strips the design back to a simple house silhouette in a dark wood finish, with a pitched roof, single round door and pendulum swinging below. It keeps the familiar shape and mechanism of a cuckoo clock without the carved foliage, painted shutters, antlers or hanging weights traditionally associated with one. On the hour, the cuckoo appears and plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call, while the automatic night mode keeps the clock silent overnight. It hangs from a keyhole fixing and runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied.
What the Simplified Design Does
- The shape without the carving: A clean pitched-roof outline replaces the look of a Black Forest chalet. The familiar silhouette still reads clearly as a cuckoo clock without the decoration normally associated with one.
- Automatic night mode: The chime switches off automatically overnight and starts again in the morning, so there is no need to silence it manually before bed.
- A dawn chorus on the hour: The clock plays birdsong rather than repeating a single call, giving the hourly sequence a more varied sound.
- A working pendulum: The pendulum adds movement beneath the case between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed underneath for it to swing.
- Dark finish, fine markers: A pale dial and slim numerals contrast with the dark case, helping the time remain easy to read against the mainly silhouette-style design.
- Light and simple to hang: At just over a kilo, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and needs one screw rather than two separate fixing points.
Pairing the Clock in the Room
The dark silhouette works particularly well against pale walls and alongside other simple black forms. The round black wall mirror repeats the same dark line in a circular shape, giving contrast between the angular clock case and the plain round frame while keeping the finishes connected. The clock suits white, chalk, plaster, greige and pale grey walls, and works alongside blackened steel, pale timber and natural linen rather than heavier ornament. For interiors based on clean lines and restrained materials, our Scandinavian living room guide explores the same approach.
Why Pale Oak Suits a Cuckoo Clock
Pale oak against a light wall creates very little contrast, which is central to the look of this version. Without a hard edge between the case and the plaster, the clock sits more quietly within the room and can be added to an existing scheme without dominating it. The cuckoo clock shape is distinctive enough to remain recognisable without a dark finish emphasising the outline. In oak, the form still reads clearly but with a softer presence, making it suitable above a worktop or along a hallway where it can become part of the room rather than its main focal point.
The hourly cuckoo is the main feature, so it helps to know what happens when the hour arrives. The round door at the top opens, the bird appears and, rather than giving a two-note call, the clock plays a dawn chorus made up of several birds for a few seconds. Automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning, removing the need to silence it manually before bed. Between each hourly sequence, the pendulum continues swinging beneath the case, adding movement while the clock is otherwise still.
The case is 430 mm tall and 210 mm wide, projects 75 mm from the wall and weighs 1.05 kg overall, allowing it to hang from a single keyhole fixing. The movement runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. For a larger pale piece in the same room, the Hand Crafted Antique Style Leaner Mirror in Cream shares a similarly soft appearance at full length.
What the Clock Brings to a Wall
- A shape without an outline. The case, dial and pendulum share one pale tone, helping the clock blend into a light wall rather than appearing as a strongly defined cut-out against it.
- Detail that waits for you. Fine numerals, the shadow beneath the roof and the grain in the timber become more noticeable at closer range without competing for attention from across the room.
- A dawn chorus on the hour. Birdsong replaces a single call, giving the hourly cuckoo a more varied sound within the otherwise understated design.
- Night mode that works on its own. The chime stops automatically overnight and begins again in the morning without needing to be switched manually.
- A pendulum that keeps swinging. The pendulum adds movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed beneath the case for it to swing.
- Light on the wall. At 1.05 kg, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and requires one screw.
Why Pale Timber Suits a House Shape
The case of a cuckoo clock resembles a miniature building, and the finish changes how that shape is perceived. Dark stained timber beneath a steep roof can suggest the look of a traditional cabin, even when much of the usual carving has been removed. Pale oak gives the same form a different character. Light timber, a clean pitched roof and no ornament create a simpler, more architectural appearance. The shape itself remains the same between the two finishes, but the pale version gives the familiar cuckoo clock form a more contemporary look.
Where to Put It and What It Will Do to the Room
The clock works well in a kitchen, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day in a room people use regularly. In a hallway or on a landing, the sound can carry through the house without belonging to one particular room. A child's room or nursery suits the pale, understated case, while a study or home office can make use of the hourly time signal. Chalk, plaster or off-white walls allow the timber to sit more softly within the scheme rather than creating a strong contrast. The oak works against white, chalk, plaster, greige, sage and pale blue.
The Practical Details Before You Buy
- Batteries are not supplied. The movement takes 3 x AA. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more power than a plain clock movement.
- Leave clear wall beneath it. The pendulum swings below the case, so clear space is needed underneath and nothing should sit close enough to obstruct its movement. Allow additional room below the stated height.
- Keyhole fixing, rated for 1.05 kg. A single screw or hook supports the clock, so a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position it level, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
- Think about where the sound lands. The hourly chime can carry into adjoining rooms. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and consider how far the sound may travel from the room where it is positioned.
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
FAQs: Modern Cuckoo Wall Clock.
No. An automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning without manual switching. This allows the hourly cuckoo to remain enabled throughout the year without sounding during the night.
The clock plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call. On the hour, the door opens, the cuckoo appears and birdsong plays, adding an audible feature to the hourly movement.
This cuckoo clock takes a simpler approach to traditional styling. Instead of carved leaves, painted shutters and hanging weights, it uses a plain house silhouette in a dark wood finish with no applied decoration. The familiar shape still identifies it as a cuckoo clock while helping it sit more naturally on a plain modern wall.
Yes. The pendulum swings continuously beneath the case, adding movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed below the clock, along with a level fixing, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
The cuckoo clock takes 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new ones, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more current than a plain clock movement.
The chime can carry beyond the room where the clock is positioned, so placement is worth considering. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and bear in mind that the sound may also be heard in adjoining rooms.
The case measures 430mm tall and 210mm wide and projects 75mm from the wall. Because the pendulum swings below the case, additional clear wall space is needed underneath. Keep shelves, furniture and other objects away from the area directly beneath the clock.
The cuckoo clock hangs from a single fixing using the keyhole mount on the reverse. At 1.05 kg, a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position the clock level rather than judging it by eye, as the pendulum makes any tilt easy to see.
The clock works well in rooms people regularly move through, including a kitchen, hallway, landing or playroom, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day. A pale, uncluttered wall gives the house-shaped silhouette a clear background against which to stand out.
Dimensions: 430 mm (H) x 210 mm (W) x 75 mm (D), excluding the pendulum swing below. Case: house silhouette in a dark wood finish. Features: hourly cuckoo with dawn chorus tune, automatic night mode, swinging pendulum. Materials: MDF and plastic. Power: 3 x AA batteries, not included. Fixing: keyhole. Weight: 1.05 kg.
Living With an Hourly Chime
Hang it in a room people pass through rather than one they sit and work in, and keep it off any wall shared with a bedroom. Leave the wall beneath it clear so the pendulum has room to swing, and choose a plain background, since the case is a silhouette and needs space around it to read. For clean, pared-back rooms and walls that carry one piece:
Overview
A Modern Cuckoo Clock in a Dark Wood Finish
This cuckoo clock strips the design back to a simple house silhouette in a dark wood finish, with a pitched roof, single round door and pendulum swinging below. It keeps the familiar shape and mechanism of a cuckoo clock without the carved foliage, painted shutters, antlers or hanging weights traditionally associated with one. On the hour, the cuckoo appears and plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call, while the automatic night mode keeps the clock silent overnight. It hangs from a keyhole fixing and runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied.
What the Simplified Design Does
- The shape without the carving: A clean pitched-roof outline replaces the look of a Black Forest chalet. The familiar silhouette still reads clearly as a cuckoo clock without the decoration normally associated with one.
- Automatic night mode: The chime switches off automatically overnight and starts again in the morning, so there is no need to silence it manually before bed.
- A dawn chorus on the hour: The clock plays birdsong rather than repeating a single call, giving the hourly sequence a more varied sound.
- A working pendulum: The pendulum adds movement beneath the case between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed underneath for it to swing.
- Dark finish, fine markers: A pale dial and slim numerals contrast with the dark case, helping the time remain easy to read against the mainly silhouette-style design.
- Light and simple to hang: At just over a kilo, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and needs one screw rather than two separate fixing points.
Pairing the Clock in the Room
The dark silhouette works particularly well against pale walls and alongside other simple black forms. The round black wall mirror repeats the same dark line in a circular shape, giving contrast between the angular clock case and the plain round frame while keeping the finishes connected. The clock suits white, chalk, plaster, greige and pale grey walls, and works alongside blackened steel, pale timber and natural linen rather than heavier ornament. For interiors based on clean lines and restrained materials, our Scandinavian living room guide explores the same approach.
Description
Why Pale Oak Suits a Cuckoo Clock
Pale oak against a light wall creates very little contrast, which is central to the look of this version. Without a hard edge between the case and the plaster, the clock sits more quietly within the room and can be added to an existing scheme without dominating it. The cuckoo clock shape is distinctive enough to remain recognisable without a dark finish emphasising the outline. In oak, the form still reads clearly but with a softer presence, making it suitable above a worktop or along a hallway where it can become part of the room rather than its main focal point.
The hourly cuckoo is the main feature, so it helps to know what happens when the hour arrives. The round door at the top opens, the bird appears and, rather than giving a two-note call, the clock plays a dawn chorus made up of several birds for a few seconds. Automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning, removing the need to silence it manually before bed. Between each hourly sequence, the pendulum continues swinging beneath the case, adding movement while the clock is otherwise still.
The case is 430 mm tall and 210 mm wide, projects 75 mm from the wall and weighs 1.05 kg overall, allowing it to hang from a single keyhole fixing. The movement runs on 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. For a larger pale piece in the same room, the Hand Crafted Antique Style Leaner Mirror in Cream shares a similarly soft appearance at full length.
What the Clock Brings to a Wall
- A shape without an outline. The case, dial and pendulum share one pale tone, helping the clock blend into a light wall rather than appearing as a strongly defined cut-out against it.
- Detail that waits for you. Fine numerals, the shadow beneath the roof and the grain in the timber become more noticeable at closer range without competing for attention from across the room.
- A dawn chorus on the hour. Birdsong replaces a single call, giving the hourly cuckoo a more varied sound within the otherwise understated design.
- Night mode that works on its own. The chime stops automatically overnight and begins again in the morning without needing to be switched manually.
- A pendulum that keeps swinging. The pendulum adds movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed beneath the case for it to swing.
- Light on the wall. At 1.05 kg, the clock hangs from a single keyhole fixing and requires one screw.
Why Pale Timber Suits a House Shape
The case of a cuckoo clock resembles a miniature building, and the finish changes how that shape is perceived. Dark stained timber beneath a steep roof can suggest the look of a traditional cabin, even when much of the usual carving has been removed. Pale oak gives the same form a different character. Light timber, a clean pitched roof and no ornament create a simpler, more architectural appearance. The shape itself remains the same between the two finishes, but the pale version gives the familiar cuckoo clock form a more contemporary look.
Where to Put It and What It Will Do to the Room
The clock works well in a kitchen, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day in a room people use regularly. In a hallway or on a landing, the sound can carry through the house without belonging to one particular room. A child's room or nursery suits the pale, understated case, while a study or home office can make use of the hourly time signal. Chalk, plaster or off-white walls allow the timber to sit more softly within the scheme rather than creating a strong contrast. The oak works against white, chalk, plaster, greige, sage and pale blue.
The Practical Details Before You Buy
- Batteries are not supplied. The movement takes 3 x AA. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more power than a plain clock movement.
- Leave clear wall beneath it. The pendulum swings below the case, so clear space is needed underneath and nothing should sit close enough to obstruct its movement. Allow additional room below the stated height.
- Keyhole fixing, rated for 1.05 kg. A single screw or hook supports the clock, so a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position it level, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
- Think about where the sound lands. The hourly chime can carry into adjoining rooms. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and consider how far the sound may travel from the room where it is positioned.
Specifications
Delivery & Returns
Delivery
| Service | Timescale | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 3-5 working days | Free |
| Next working day | Order before 4pm | £5.95 |
UK mainland only. Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays are dispatched the next working day.
We are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Scottish Isles, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Wight, the Isle of Man, or the Isles of Scilly. Full delivery information.
Returns
28-day returns policy. Contact us within 28 days of receipt if you are not happy with your order.
Items must be returned unused and in their original packaging. Our UK-based team will guide you through the process. Full returns information.
FAQs
FAQs: Modern Cuckoo Wall Clock.
No. An automatic night mode stops the chime overnight and starts it again in the morning without manual switching. This allows the hourly cuckoo to remain enabled throughout the year without sounding during the night.
The clock plays a dawn chorus tune rather than a single repeated call. On the hour, the door opens, the cuckoo appears and birdsong plays, adding an audible feature to the hourly movement.
This cuckoo clock takes a simpler approach to traditional styling. Instead of carved leaves, painted shutters and hanging weights, it uses a plain house silhouette in a dark wood finish with no applied decoration. The familiar shape still identifies it as a cuckoo clock while helping it sit more naturally on a plain modern wall.
Yes. The pendulum swings continuously beneath the case, adding movement between each hourly cuckoo. Clear wall space is needed below the clock, along with a level fixing, as any tilt becomes noticeable in the way the pendulum swings.
The cuckoo clock takes 3 x AA batteries, which are not supplied. Use fresh alkaline batteries rather than mixing old and new ones, as both the chime mechanism and pendulum draw more current than a plain clock movement.
The chime can carry beyond the room where the clock is positioned, so placement is worth considering. Avoid hanging the clock on a wall shared with a bedroom, and bear in mind that the sound may also be heard in adjoining rooms.
The case measures 430mm tall and 210mm wide and projects 75mm from the wall. Because the pendulum swings below the case, additional clear wall space is needed underneath. Keep shelves, furniture and other objects away from the area directly beneath the clock.
The cuckoo clock hangs from a single fixing using the keyhole mount on the reverse. At 1.05 kg, a wall plug and screw into masonry, or a suitable plasterboard fixing, is sufficient. Position the clock level rather than judging it by eye, as the pendulum makes any tilt easy to see.
The clock works well in rooms people regularly move through, including a kitchen, hallway, landing or playroom, where the hourly chime can mark the passing of the day. A pale, uncluttered wall gives the house-shaped silhouette a clear background against which to stand out.
Dimensions: 430 mm (H) x 210 mm (W) x 75 mm (D), excluding the pendulum swing below. Case: house silhouette in a dark wood finish. Features: hourly cuckoo with dawn chorus tune, automatic night mode, swinging pendulum. Materials: MDF and plastic. Power: 3 x AA batteries, not included. Fixing: keyhole. Weight: 1.05 kg.
Knowledge Hub
Living With an Hourly Chime
Hang it in a room people pass through rather than one they sit and work in, and keep it off any wall shared with a bedroom. Leave the wall beneath it clear so the pendulum has room to swing, and choose a plain background, since the case is a silhouette and needs space around it to read. For clean, pared-back rooms and walls that carry one piece:
