Camper Van Quartz Metal Mantel Clock with Roof Rack - Red

This metal mantel clock is shaped like a cheerful red camper van, from the round headlamps and bumper at the front to the silver roof rack running along the top. Instead of a middle window, the side holds a rectangular white clock face with bold black numerals and black hands turning around a small gold centre. Open windows sit to the front and back, and the silver hubcaps on its wheels catch the light. A little roundel near the front reads "and so, the Adventure begins", while "#VANLIFE" is printed in black lettering towards the back. It stands 19.4cm tall.

Set on a mantelpiece, it gives a living room a cheerful focal point, and it is just as happy on a bookcase, a sideboard, a hallway console or a desk in a study. Because it is a mantel clock rather than a wall clock, it needs no hooks or drilling: stand it where you want it and move it whenever you fancy a change. The red body brings a bright splash of colour to a neutral shelf, and it sits well alongside travel books, maps or holiday photographs to make a little road-trip corner.

The body is made of metal, with a glazed front over the clock face, and a slim wire stand underneath helps it sit steady. It runs on a quartz movement powered by one AA battery, and the movement sits within easy reach at the back, so changing the battery takes a moment. To keep it looking its best, dust the van and its roof rack with a soft dry cloth, and wipe the glazed face gently with a slightly damp cloth, drying it afterwards. For a fun finishing touch, angle it slightly on the mantelpiece so both the clock face and the front of the van are on show.

How tall is the camper van mantel clock?

It stands 19.4cm tall. That height suits most mantelpieces, shelves, sideboards and desks without crowding them.

What battery does the clock need?

It runs on a quartz movement powered by one AA battery. The battery fits into the movement at the back of the clock.

What is the clock made of?

The camper van body is metal, finished in red with a silver roof rack and silver hubcaps. The clock face sits behind a glazed front.

Does it hang on the wall or stand up?

It is a mantel clock, so it stands up on a mantelpiece, shelf or desk. A slim wire stand underneath keeps it steady, and it needs no hooks or drilling.

What words are printed on the van?

A small roundel on the side reads "and so, the Adventure begins". The word "#VANLIFE" is printed in black lettering towards the back of the van.

How should I look after the clock?

Dust the metal body and the roof rack with a soft dry cloth. Wipe the glazed face gently with a slightly damp cloth, then dry it.