Born in autumn, the younger of two sons raised on the edge of the Devon moors.

Moved to Clerkenwell to study under master watchmakers.

They bought a small stone cottage near Dartmoor and began their life together.

Opened his independent workshop on the high street.

Spent weekends teaching her about birds, ponies, and woodworking.

Handed over the workshop keys and tended his heritage roses.

Robert died peacefully at home with his family beside him.