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YOUR LOCAL MOBILE AUTO LOCKSMITHLost your keys?
Lost your keys?
Let’s get you
moving again.
All keys lost, spare car keys, vehicle lockouts and ignition faults. Mobile auto locksmith help in Clacton-on-Sea, Harwich, Frinton-on-Sea and across Tendring.
Looking for a mobile auto locksmith near you? Speak directly to us with your postcode to check availability.
PRECISION KEY CUTTINGA little key.
A big difference.
A big difference.
All keys lostSpare car keysCar & van lockoutsKey cuttingRemote key programmingProximity keysIgnition faultsJammed ignitionsKeys that won’t turnVehicle diagnosticsAuto electrical services
HOW WE CAN HELP
Car key trouble, sorted.
Lost every key, locked out or struggling with a key that won’t turn? Tell us what has happened and where your vehicle is parked.
01 / REPLACEMENT
All keys lost in Tendring?
Lost your only car or van key in Clacton-on-Sea, Harwich or Tendring? We check replacement key, cutting and programming options for your vehicle, even when no working key remains.
Replacement car keys02 / PEACE OF MINDSpare car keys in Tendring
Need spare keys in Frinton-on-Sea, Great Oakley or Great Bentley? Arrange a spare remote, transponder or proximity key while your current key still works. Send your registration for the right options.
Spare key services03 / LOCKED OUTLocked out in Tendring?
Keys locked inside your car, van or boot? Ask about mobile lockout help in Clacton-on-Sea, Harwich, Frinton-on-Sea and nearby villages. We confirm vehicle support, availability and the quote before attending.
Vehicle lockout helpCUSTOMER FEEDBACKDon’t just take
Don’t just take
our word for it.
5.0 out of 5 · 38 Google reviews
Rating checked 12 November 2026.
“Tom is a life saver.”
Jae Hudson · Google review
“Very friendly and efficient guy”
Hayley Graham · Google review
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IGNITION & KEY PROBLEMSIgnition jammed?
Ignition jammed?
Key won’t turn?
A key stuck in the ignition, a stiff ignition barrel or a key that will not turn needs the right assessment. Tell us whether the key goes in, turns at all or is stuck in place, and whether you have a spare key.
Contact Deacon for ignition fault enquiries in Clacton-on-Sea, Harwich, Frinton-on-Sea, Great Oakley, Great Bentley and across Tendring. We check the vehicle and symptoms before confirming repair options and a mobile appointment.
Ask about an ignition faultTell us what the key is doing
- The key won’t turn in the ignition
- The ignition is jammed or difficult to turn
- The key is stuck or has broken in the ignition
- The key turns but the vehicle will not start
- The dashboard displays “key not detected”
A worn key, a mechanical ignition problem and an electronic starting fault can need different work. Avoid forcing a stuck key; send your registration and a description of the symptoms.
Starting faults and key recognitionDEACON IN PICTURESYour local locksmith.
Your local locksmith.
At work.
A closer look at our keys and mobile service. Select any photo to view it full-size.
Help when you’re locked out
Mobile vehicle entry for supported cars and vans. Tell us where the vehicle is and whether the keys are inside.
Vehicle entry in Tendring
Programming for your vehicle
The right key needs the right programming. We check the options for your vehicle before arranging the work.
Explore key programming
From a customer’s review
“Top man! Tom was great.”
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About Deacon
Spare keys for your van
Keep a second key ready for your van. Call with your make, model and year to check the options.
Ask about a spare key
CUT. PROGRAMMED. READY.Don’t get left stranded.
Don’t get left stranded.
Get a spare key.
Only have one car key? Arrange a spare while it still works, before a lost or damaged key interrupts your day. We offer mobile spare-key enquiries across Clacton-on-Sea, Tendring, Harwich and Frinton-on-Sea.
Send your registration and postcode for a confirmed quote. We check the right remote, transponder or proximity key for your vehicle and explain the cutting and programming required.
Arrange a spare keySTRAIGHTFORWARD FROM THE STARTOne call.
One call.
A clear next step.
You don’t need to know which key system you have. Just have your vehicle details ready and tell us what’s happened.
07399 342288Tell us about your vehicle
Share the make, model, registration and your location.
We explain the options
We check compatibility, discuss the work and confirm the quote and availability.
Arrange your mobile visit
Meet us at the agreed location with the vehicle and proof of authority to access it.
LOCAL HELP, WHERE YOU NEED ITAn auto locksmith near you.
An auto locksmith near you.
Across Tendring.
All keys lost, spare keys, lockouts or ignition trouble? Our mobile service covers the towns and villages below. Select your area, then contact us with your vehicle details and postcode to confirm the work and availability.
Clacton-on-SeaClacton & coastHolland-on-SeaClacton & coastGreat ClactonClacton & coastFrinton-on-SeaFrinton & WaltonWalton-on-the-NazeFrinton & WaltonKirby CrossFrinton & WaltonKirby-le-SokenFrinton & WaltonThorpe-le-SokenInland TendringWeeleyInland TendringLittle ClactonInland TendringSt OsythClacton & coastBrightlingseaColne areaGreat BentleyInland TendringHarwichHarwich & DovercourtDovercourtHarwich & DovercourtManningtreeStour areaMistleyStour areaTendringInland TendringGreat OakleyInland TendringFratingInland TendringThorringtonColne areaElmstead MarketColne area
A FEW COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you call.
Can you help when all car keys are lost in Clacton or Tendring?
Yes, contact us with your registration and vehicle location in Clacton-on-Sea or the wider Tendring area. We check supported replacement keys, cutting and programming, then confirm the quote and appointment.
Can I arrange spare keys in Harwich, Frinton or Great Oakley?
We take spare-key enquiries across Harwich, Frinton-on-Sea, Great Oakley, Great Bentley and all the areas listed here. Tell us whether you need a remote, non-remote transponder or proximity key and whether your existing key works.
What if I am locked out of my car or van?
Tell us where the vehicle is parked and whether the key is in the cabin, boot or load area. We assess vehicle entry options and confirm availability before a visit.
Can you help with a jammed ignition or a key that won’t turn?
Contact us with the registration and symptoms so we can assess the options. Mention if the key is stuck, broken or difficult to turn, and whether a spare behaves differently. The work depends on the vehicle and the cause of the fault.
How quickly can you attend?
Availability depends on your location, the work required and existing appointments. We will confirm an expected time during your call. Outside regular hours, WhatsApp us first. Callouts are subject to availability.
Do I need proof that the vehicle is mine?
We need to confirm you are authorised to access or obtain a key for the vehicle. Tell us if your documents are locked inside, and we will explain what is needed.
Can you work on every make and model?
We support a range of cars and vans, but compatibility varies by vehicle and key system. Contact us with the exact vehicle details before booking.
START WITH A CALL
Let’s get you back on the road.
Tell us your vehicle, your location and what’s happened.