How to use the online alarm clock
As you hand the pony and moorland route over to the next person, set the 1:42 pm alarm for the moment they need to move off. That leaves a clear checkpoint before 2:00 pm for passing across the lead rope, route notes and any last observations about the ground. A named alarm also keeps the changeover from becoming a vague promise to leave shortly.
The sound should suit both the setting and the handover: a gentle tone works when the phone is close and the surroundings are quiet, while a more insistent one is sensible if conversation, wind or yard noise could mask it. Set the volume before waiting, then leave the alarm page running where it can continue working. If the browser is closed or the phone goes to sleep, the alarm may not sound and the pony could miss the planned departure.
Before the relief handler takes the pony onto the moor in the midday light, reduce screen glare rather than repeatedly checking the time. Angle the display away from bright windows or direct sun, lower its brightness to match the surroundings, and rely on the audible signal. A brief final glance at 1:42 pm is easier on the eyes than watching an over-bright screen throughout the handover.
Common questions
Do I need an account or an app?
Neither. Choose a time and a sound, press Start, and it runs in this browser tab. Nothing is downloaded, nothing is registered, and closing the page leaves nothing behind on the device.
Can I change the sound?
Yes, there is a short list of tones to pick from before you press Start. Softer sounds are easy to sleep through, so a firmer bell tends to be the safer choice for anything early in the morning.
Will it still be right when the clocks change?
Yes. It reads your device's local clock, so the move between GMT and BST at the end of March and October is picked up automatically, as long as the computer's date, time and time zone are set correctly.
Can I use this on a phone?
It works in a mobile browser, but phones lock the screen and suspend background tabs far more readily than a laptop does, which can stop the alarm sounding. For anything important, a desktop or a plugged-in laptop is the steadier option.
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