Replacing my existing central heating control

Hi all, hoping somebody could give me some advice please. 
I'm in the middle on renovating my kitchen and we have a very old Potterton EP2000 central heating control (as seen in the picture). It controls our central heating and hot water and acts as a timer. 
Does anyone know if this is easy to replace with a more modern looking control panel? And where I would start finding one!
Thanks very much

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  • tacpot12
    tacpot12 Posts: 9,148 Forumite
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    edited 21 August 2020 at 4:41PM
    It looks like a very common two-channel timer. You will be able to replace it with a two-channel timer from any manufacturer. You can even replace it with a smart thermostat such as a Nest  or Hive so you can remotely control or set your heating. 
    Most electricians and heating engineers will be able to swap it over for you. 
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  • EssexExile
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    It looks like it's on a standard backplate so most new units will replace it easily, for example Danfoss FP715. The new one will come with a chart explaining if any wires or links need moving. The chart may well be as clear as mud if you're not familiar with these things.
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  • DREKLY
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    Hi Pettcfc91, I sent you a private message,
    don't throw your old potterton controller away !
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  • mda99das
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    I have the exact same potterton EP2000, going strong, its at least 32 years old. Very simple does exactly what its set out to do. Why change it?
  • badger09
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    @mda99das

    Thread is over 18 months old. Don't expect OP to reply.
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