The WATCH Lab Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.1

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Review summary

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Considering 144 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptionally friendly staff for providing consistently helpful, professional, and efficient service during every visit to the local store. Consumers often mention that simple battery replacements and minor strap adjustments are completed very quickly while you wait, sometimes even offered completely free of charge. However, some customers also noted frustrating issues with expensive pricing structures or unexpectedly high quotes requested for certain watch repairs. A few reviewers also experienced significant problems where personal items were unfortunately returned damaged, poorly sealed, or completely broken shortly after being serviced.

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Service

Customers had great satisfaction with the service, frequently highlighting polite, friendly, and efficient... See more

Staff

Customers consistently note positive experiences with staff, describing them as extremely helpful, polite,... See more

Product

People report ambiguous experiences with product, as opinions on repairs and modifications are sharply... See more

Price

Consumers find price to be ambiguous, with opinions sharply divided regarding the cost of services. While... See more

Customer service

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

By the time I came to The Watch Lab in Fenwicks, Colchester I had been told by various jewellers that they couldn't fix my watch. Hannah took a long look at my watch and accepted the challenge,... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Took a watch to them this morning after being quoted a cost of £255 by jeweller for a small repair and battery change. To be fair the jeweller recommended the watch lab. Repair and battery replacement... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I visited the Watch Lab Trinity Leeds today and the service I received from the lady was absolutely excellent so I decided to leave a review. Her technical skills were first class and also great advi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Emporio Armani watch taken in as long hand was fixed at 12 o'clock. Watch was initially checked and as initial inspection showed further investigation was required. We returned a coupke of hoyrs lat... See more

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Company details

  1. Watch repair shop

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The Watch Lab has been operating from our purpose-built Service Centre in Preston for 20 years, where our team of expertly trained professional watch technicians and watchmakers repair a range of brands whether Vintage, Automatic, Mechanical or Quartz. As a member of the British Watch and Clockmakers Guild we operate to the highest industry standards and both our branches and workshop use all the latest technical equipment from Switzerland and Germany. We also have a national chain of Watch Lab branches and kiosks that are conveniently placed in some of the UK’s most visited shopping centres from Southampton to Glasgow and from Bristol to York. Many common repairs can be completed on-site within the hour by our friendly branch staff who will be more than happy to help you or alternatively we offer our high quality, full insured Battery and Reseal 7-day postal service for watches under £2500 in value.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Experience at the watch lab!!

I had taken 4 Watches for replacement batteries and to be pressure tested and sealed correctly, however the watch wasn't sealed correctly and let water into the watch I am very annoyed at this it is with the to resolve the situation however it is very poor service and I am not sure they can even repair the damage that they have caused

23 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

We’re very sorry this happened. This is not the service you should expect. Please contact our customer care team with the branch details so we can investigate and put this right.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

amazing service

absolute life saver, did an amazing and efficient job. very friendly, thank you very much! 💍

29 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear you found the service efficient and friendly—your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

£3000 gucci watch damaged

Xmas eve £3000 gucci watch damaged by incompetent person only needed a battery replacement was meant to be a xmas gift to my wife screws on back of the watch rounded off and scratched the back of the case then tried to cover the scratch up by filing the case only to make it worse they have now breached the warranty with gucci and I am stuck with the watch to add insult to injury the managers solution was to still give the watch to my wife on xmas day damaged absolute disgrace would advise don't take your watch to the watch lab inside john lewis newcastle upon tyne will be seeking legal advice. And still needs a battery.

24 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

We’re very sorry to hear about the issues you experienced with your watch. This is not the level of service we expect.

Please contact Timpson Customer Care directly with full details, so they can investigate this matter urgently and work with you to find a resolution.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Josh at the watch lab in MK is…

Josh at the watch lab in MK is brilliant. Has done a few watches for me at a fair price now for my ever growing collection. Polite and professional. Exactly what you want. Merry Christmas.

24 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Josh at the Milton Keynes Watch Lab has been providing polite, professional, and reliable service for your watch collection. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Watch lab.Such a helpfull shop. Sarah is so lovly

I went inti the shop at cribs causeway the mall Bristol. Sarah served me.i just wanted to know if my battery was gone, ahe replaced it & did a thoroughly good check on all parts even a compression test,she was so lovley, & didn't even charge me a penny for anything, & said if it stops working, to go back & she'll check it all again. Such a lovely friendly girl.Deff recommend going to this shop.

21 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that Sarah at Cribbs Causeway provided such thorough, friendly, and generous service. We’ll make sure your kind words reach her.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service from Tony at Silverburn

Great service from Tony at Silverburn! friendly, quick, and professional. Highly recommend!

19 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Tony at Silverburn provided friendly, quick, and professional service. We’ll make sure he sees your recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience at the Watch…

I had a great experience at the Watch Lab thanks to Tony. He was incredibly helpful, professional, and took the time to explain what needed to be done to fix my watch. The service was quick, efficient, and done to a high standard. Really appreciate the care and attention – highly recommend Tony and the Watch Lab! Silverburn.

18 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Tony at Silverburn provided such a professional and attentive service. It’s wonderful to know your watch was fixed efficiently and to a high standard. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Tony!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I visited the Silverburn branch to have…

I visited the Silverburn branch to have my watch battery changed and was met with Tony who was very pleasant, helpful and had the job done in no time. Great service, would recommend!

18 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that Tony at Silverburn provided such a quick and helpful service for your watch battery. It’s great to know you would recommend the branch!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Visited The watch lab in Silverburn.The…

Visited The watch lab in Silverburn.The member of staff was very helpful,provided a good customer service,done a really good job fixing the strap on my watch.would highly recommend.

17 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear that our Silverburn team provided excellent service and fixed your watch strap to your satisfaction. Your recommendation means a lot!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic and speedy service

Fantastic and speedy service, Omega watch strap fixed.

18 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear your Omega watch strap was fixed quickly and efficiently.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Brilliant service! Couldn’t recommend The Watch Lab enough. Very friendly and polite. If you need any support, please do visit. Thank you again, The Watch Lab!

15 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear you received brilliant, friendly, and polite service at The Watch Lab. Your recommendation means a lot!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perrie was extremely helpful and…

Perrie was extremely helpful and professional - highly recommended for all your watch repair needs!

13 December 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Perrie provided such helpful and professional service. We’ll be sure to pass on your comments.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. Thanks Perrie

22 November 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear Perrie provided great service. We’ll pass on your thanks! 🌟

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Took my mums Rotary watch for a…

Took my mums Rotary watch for a repair...charged £50 for the repair, took it back as issue with winder, was told the problem was with the movement, so they offered a half price service for another £39.95.
I wasn't prepared to pay out again.
I took it to a Jeweller in Gorgie, who fixed the problem for £3.50, and incidentally would only have charged £34 to fully service the watch.
Will not be using the watch hub again.

27 October 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

We’re sorry to hear about your experience and understand your frustration. We aim to provide fair and professional service, and it’s clear we didn’t meet your expectations this time. Please contact our Customer Care team at customer.support@timpson.com
so we can review this further and address your concerns.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Save your money

Save yourself being ripped off and go elsewhere!!
I was shocked when I asked for a quote to replace a Tag F1 watch battery at Cribbs Causeway. The guy looked at the watch and muttered £90; I asked nine zero! He nodded and took the watch and said 30 min; I politely declined and went on Amazon and ordered a tool to remove the back which was £6; once the back was open I googled the battery which was replaced and fitted there 3 years prior, the watch battery was £2.99 for a twin pack and took 30 sec to replace, the watch seals were all good so I gave it a gentle wipe with the other tools in the kit; get that!!!!!
The job was so simple, no wonder they can afford to stay there and pay their rent. It’s absolutely disgusting, I hope you go bust Richard Turpin!

7 November 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

We’re sorry to hear about your experience and understand your frustration. We aim to provide fair and professional service, and it’s clear we didn’t meet your expectations this time. Please contact our Customer Care team at customer.support@timpson.com
so we can review this further and address your concerns.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Still fleecing customers

Steve from the watch lab stepped to the mark after my previous negative review and the watch was delivered yesterday. It was 4 months later. During the extended time the watch was being serviced I lost weight, and needed a link removed from the bracelet. I went to Timpsons, a sister company, to have the link removed they quoted, nearly £30 to remove the pin as it was an Omega. It was a bracelet link removal with no relevance to the watch make. I refused to pay the charge, went home, ordered a £12 kit from Amazon and changed the link in 5 minutes. BANDITS

16 November 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for the update. We're glad your watch was returned, but we're really sorry for the delays and for the frustration with the bracelet adjustment price.

If you’d like us to look into this further, please contact our customer care team — we’re always here to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service

14 November 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you for the great feedback! We're delighted to hear you received excellent service. Hope to see you again soon! 🌟

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Go herd furst!…

I was told by a different shop in Chester, that I would need to send this away to have strap fixed.
Called in, waited 10 minutes and watch strap was repaired. Excellent price.
Very good service, will use again.
Very happy husband!

5 November 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re really pleased we could help repair the strap quickly for you and get the watch back on your husband’s wrist. Delighted to hear you were happy with the service and the price too.

We really appreciate you choosing us and hope to see you again!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor customer services giving the…

Very poor customer services giving the excuse they were taken over my timpsons. The heat till roll had faded badly but you could see just what was on the receipt. Date stamped with a proper ink stamp. This company say that due to them being taken over, the lifetime warranty on the watch was not valid now.. they were expensive in the first place... This was in the county mall, Crawley.. it went soon after I got the battery replaced. Never to come back

30 October 2025
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Reply from The WATCH Lab

We’re very sorry to hear about your experience. Please contact us directly at customer.support@timpson.com with your details so we can investigate this matter further and see if there’s a way to resolve it. Your feedback is important to us.

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