The restored clock at Alderley Edge Methodist Church has been returned to the church spire.
The timepiece which was made in 1850, and is one of only three ever to be made entirely of cast iron, was removed and sent to Cumbria for repair.
Having been restored clock fitters re-installed the clock faces on Tuesday, 28th June, along with the new gargoyles.
Jean Walker said "We look forward to the time, when the clock chimes out over the village once again."
Work commenced on the Methodist Church spire and tower in November last year, because both had become victims of serious corrosion, and the clock was removed at the same time to be restored.
A few weeks ago they started removing the scaffolding and tarpaulin which have encased the spire for the past six months.
The £275,000 project is expected to be completed early July.
Jean explained "To date, over two years, we have raised £37,500 by our own efforts, to supplement grants from English Heritage, National Churches Trust and Historic Churches of Cheshire. We will need to raise about half as much again to reach our target of £275,000."
On Wednesday July 6th, students from the Conservatoire of Music in Tours in France and The Ryley's School will perform in a special lunchtime concert at Alderley Edge Methodist Church. Proceeds from the concert will go to Francis House Hospice and the Church Spire Fund.
Tickets are £3.50, light lunches will be served from 12 and the concert will commence at 1pm. Tickets are available from by emailing the church office or calling them on 01625 586713.
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