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March 2012 page 38
Tony Moss
Midnight Nodus
This short piece describes a tradition of local people climbing an artificial hill to view the Silver-link Park sundial at midnight on New Year's Eve to watch firework displays, highlighting a unique, non-gnomonic interaction with the sundial.
The BSS and Members
March 2012 page 42
Peter I. Drinkwater
Tony Wood
John Moir
Readers’ Letters
This section features letters from readers discussing various sundial topics. Peter Drinkwater discusses dial transmission and an Islamic scratch dial. Tony Wood offers insights into the progress of "scientific" sundials. John Moir describes "Suburban Reflections" from his front garden.
How Sundials Work, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
June 2012 page 1
Editorial
This editorial discusses feedback from a recent membership survey regarding the Bulletin. It addresses contradictory comments on article topics and tone, highlights a consensus for more design and construction articles, and touches on ideas for a beginners' series, sundial trails, and the ongoing debate about a digital version of the Bulletin.
The BSS and Members
June 2012 page 25
Minutes of the 23rd BSS Annual General Meeting, Cheltenham, 15 April 2012
This entry presents the minutes from the British Sundial Society's 23rd Annual General Meeting held in Cheltenham.
The BSS and Members
June 2012 page 48
Chris Lusby Taylor
BSS Conference, Cheltenham, 13-15 April 2012
This report summarises the British Sundial Society's annual conference in Cheltenham. It covers various talks including Allan Mills on the Gaocheng Observatory, Kevin Karney on sundial software, Johan Wikander on Norwegian horizontal dials, and presentations by David Brown and Tony Moss on their dial designs. The conference also featured a discussion forum on the Society's future and a tour of local dials.
DIY Sundial Projects, Historical Dials, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
September 2012 page 1
John Davis
Editorial
The editor explains the shortage of material for this issue, so that several articles have been written by the editor. He encourages members to contribute various content, from short pieces to full-blown research studies. This issue features further articles about polyhedral dials.
The BSS and Members
September 2012 page 18
BSS Group photograph—Cheltenham, 2012
This entry refers to a group photograph taken during the British Sundial Society conference held in Cheltenham in 2012.
The BSS and Members
September 2012 page 34
Obituary—Peter Hingley (1951-2012)
An obituary for Peter Hingley (1951-2012), the RAS Librarian, who played a quiet but influential role in the British Sundial Society's affiliation with the Royal Astronomical Society. He was recognised for his knowledge of antiquarian astronomy and gnomonics, and his absence will be felt at Council meetings.
The BSS and Members
September 2012 page 45
Doug Bateman
Exhibition of Sundials, North Oxford
This entry describes a sundial exhibition held from June to September 2012 in the Turrill Sculpture Garden, Summertown, Oxford. It features 11 dials by BSS members, including David Harber's bronze dial and armillary sphere, Chris Lusby Taylor's sculptural "Undial" and "From Sunrise to Sunset" dials, and a cube dial by Harriet James.
Dials: Unusual, The BSS and Members, Dials: Cube, Dials: Armillary Sphere
December 2012 page 1
Editorial
This section discusses the British Sundial Society's new Most Enjoyed Article Award encouraging members to vote for their favourite articles from Volume 24. The award aims to recognise authors, inspire new contributors, and guide the editor in tailoring future issues to readership preferences. It underscores the importance of member engagement in shaping the Bulletin's content.
The BSS and Members
December 2012 page 28
Sue Manston
BSS Newbury Meeting, 22 September 2012
This report summarises the BSS Newbury Meeting, covering presentations on John Davis's "Mystery Welsh Sundial," Doug Bateman's "Romeo & Juliet Sundial," Kevin Karney's "Getting the Numbers Right" on dial layouts, and John Foad's project to put BSS Register dials online.
How Sundials Work, Mathematics of Dialling, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
December 2012 page 36
Val Cowham
Leonard Honey
M Butson
Janet Jenkins
Doug Bateman
David Payne
BSS Sundial Safari To Catalonia, 13–18 September 2012
This report details the British Sundial Society's 2012 safari to Catalonia, covering visits to numerous sundials across Girona, Cabrils, Figueres, Barcelona, and other towns. Members explored diverse dials, including modern pillar dials, Salvador Dali's carved stone dial, multi-faceted and unusual museum pieces, showcasing the region's rich gnomonic heritage.
Dials: Multi Faced, Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2012 page 47
Christopher Daniel
The Meridies Media Greenwich Noon Dial
This article details the 2012 reconstruction of the Meridies Media noon mark mean time sundial at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich. Originally designed by Dr Tadeusz Przypkowski in 1967 with a design error, the new Kirkstone slate dial, carved by Ben Jones, was meticulously crafted and unveiled on 10 October 2012.
Restoration projects, The BSS and Members, Dials: Noon Lines
June 2011 page 1
Editorial
The editorial discusses the popularity of the previous themed Bulletin on polyhedral dials and plans for future themed issues, acknowledging the difficulty in organising them. It also mentions the delay of the conference report to the September issue to allow for article variety.
The BSS and Members
June 2011 page 14
Christopher Daniel
Before the BSS—A Sundial Chronicle
This chronicle by a founding member of the BSS details his career at the National Maritime Museum, his early involvement with sundials, and his experiences designing notable dials like the 'Dolphin' sundial for the Queen's Silver Jubilee, leading up to the formation of the BSS.
Sundial Design & Layout, Construction Projects, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
June 2011 page 26
Jackie Jones
A Dial to Travel With
This note describes the discovery of the 'missing' John Rowley azimuth dial from Blenheim Palace, which was identified on a new passport design. It details the dial's distinctive features and its reinstallation in 2008.
Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members, Dials: Double Horizontal
June 2011 page 27
Minutes of the 22nd Annual General Meeting, Wyboston, 1 May 2011
This entry summarises the proceedings of the BSS 22nd Annual General Meeting, including the Chairman's remarks, approval of previous minutes, council member reports (Secretary, Editor, Register, Mass Dial Group, Advertising, Safaris, Treasurer, Membership, Competitions), election of new officers, and post-AGM discussions.
The BSS and Members
June 2011 page 28
Accounts 2010
This section provides a summary of the British Sundial Society's accounts for 2010, indicating an underlying decline in funds due to low interest rates and falling membership, necessitating a future increase in subscription rates.
The BSS and Members
June 2011 page 33
Ian R. Butson
Photographic Competition 2010
This article reports on the 2010 Photographic Competition, detailing the judging process, the unprecedented triple win by Mike Cowham, and the top ten entries. It also announces the shift to a biennial competition schedule to encourage more participation.
The BSS and Members
June 2011 page 43
Gordon E. Taylor
John Foad
Readers’ Letters (continued)
Gordon Taylor describes challenges in orienting the Seven Dials monument. John Foad, the Registrar, corrects the number of war memorial dials in the BSS Register, increasing the total and, consequently, the estimated number of unfound dials using Tony Wood's formula.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2011 page 1
Editorial
This issue contains the report of our highly successful annual conference at Wyboston Lakes. That nearly 20% of the membership managed to attend must reflect highly on the keenness of our members – and the reputation of the event – especially when a significant number live overseas. The issue, together with the June one, presents written versions of some of the papers presented during the weekend.
The BSS and Members
September 2011 page 8
Ian R. Butson
BSS Photographic Competition 2010–11. Pt 2: The Conference Vote
This article details the results of the British Sundial Society's 2010-11 Photographic Competition's 'Conference Vote' segment. Delegates at the Wyboston Lakes conference had the opportunity to vote for their favourite photographs, with Dennis Cowan's 'Sail into the sun' winning, and Dariusz Oczki's 'It’s not fair, he always gets more sun' coming in second.
The BSS and Members
September 2011 page 27
Christopher Daniel
Nature Club of Pakistan
This report highlights a successful gnomonical science studies programme by the Nature Club of Pakistan in Lahore and Faisalabad schools with support from the BSS.
Dials: Horizontal, Dials: Equatorial, How Sundials Work, DIY Sundial Projects, The BSS and Members
September 2011 page 28
Frank Evans
BSS Annual Conference, Wyboston Lakes, 29 April–1 May 2011
This report summarises the British Sundial Society's highly successful 2011 annual conference at Wyboston Lakes, attended by nearly 20% of its members. It covers various presentations, including Allan Mills on sun's position, Tony Moss on dial manufacture, Johan Wikander on a Norwegian soapstone dial, Fred Sawyer on Jean Picard's large dial layouts, and John Davis on the diffusion of scientific dials.
Historical Dials, Mathematics of Dialling, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
September 2011 page 37
Michael Lowne
Chris H. K. Williams
Peter I. Drinkwater
David A. Young
Readers’ Letters
This section compiles several letters from readers. Michael Lowne provides a complex formula for calculating shadow length from gnomon angle. Chris Williams praises Peter Drinkwater's article on scratch dials, linking them to medieval manuscripts. Peter Drinkwater responds on the transmission of scratch dial technology and the function of water clocks. David Young corrects a historical detail about BSS conference venues.
Dials: Mass Dials, Historical Dials, Mathematics of Dialling, The BSS and Members
December 2011 page 1
Editorial
A bumper Christmas edition including plenty of varied reading over this quiet period of the year for dialling, including some continued inputs from overseas writers. It is always interesting to see how different cultures interpret the artistic side of dialling, even if the astronomy remains universal. The responses to the membership survey are continuing to come in and the Secretary will feed back anything relevant to the Bulletin when he sums up.
The BSS and Members
December 2011 page 10
Val Cowham
Jane Walker
David Hindle
Kate Hindle
Robert Sylvester
Geoff Parsons
The BSS Sundial Safari to Le Mans, France. 7-11 September 2011
This report covers the British Sundial Society's 2011 safari to the Sarthe and Perche regions of France, based in Le Mans. The group visited various sundials, historical sites, and chateaux, including a specific mean-time dial in Le Mans and other vertical and mass dials in surrounding villages. The trip offered cultural experiences and opportunities to meet fellow enthusiasts.
Dials: Vertical, Dials: Multi Faced, Dials: Equatorial, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2011 page 14
Valery Dmitriev
Sundial Festival at the Gatchina Palace, St Petersburg
This article reports on a sundial festival at Gatchina Palace, St Petersburg, which included the unveiling of a replica historical sundial and an exhibition. The replica dial indicates true solar time according to 18th-century standards, based on historical photos and other archival material for restoration. The event celebrated the return of the sundial to its historical place after almost 80 years.
Sundial Design & Layout, Restoration projects, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2011 page 47
Sue Manston
John Ingram
Nick Nicholls
Frank King
John Foad
Anthony Turner
Readers’ Letters
This section contains letters from readers discussing various sundial topics. These include formulae for horizontal shadow length, a query about the oldest scientific sundial in the British Isles, sundials in family crests, proposed organisational changes within the BSS, and the historical transmission of scratch dials and water-clock functionality. It highlights ongoing member engagement and research interests.
Mathematics of Dialling, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members, Mottoes
December 2011 page 50
Frank Coe
BSS Newbury Meeting – 24 September 2011
This report details the British Sundial Society's Newbury meeting, featuring talks on topics such as a metal-detected Norfolk horologium, ceiling reflection dials, leap years and calendars, repairing old books, lifting heavy sundials, war memorial dials, and heliochronometers. Exhibits included a cross dial and an equation of time analogue computer, showcasing a diverse range of gnomonic interests.
Dials: Heliochronometer, Dials: Reflected, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
March 2010 page 1
Editorial
In this issue, we have articles from Greece, South Africa (two!) and Italy. Our members holiday abroad and are always on the lookout, camera in hand, for dials and here we have a collection from Spain, Russia, Switzerland and Italy. Added to all this, there are some dials currently in the UK but made for the West Indies.
The BSS and Members
March 2010 page 11
Archibald Handasyde
A brief note about the dial maker Archibald Handasyde of Fishberrow, who made a dial for Inveresk church, Midlothian, in 1735. The piece notes he is credited with several other dials and would be worthy of further research.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
March 2010 page 21
Alessandro Gunella
Michael Lowne
Tony Wood
Doug Bateman
Chris H. K. Williams
Readers’ Letters
A collection of letters from readers. Topics include a simpler graphical method for using the John Marke altitude dial, a discussion on the nomenclature of mass dials, the 'Sun Position Compass', and the historical connection between clockmakers and dialmakers.
Dials: Mass Dials, Dials: Portable, Mathematics of Dialling, The BSS and Members
March 2010 page 42
John Foad
The Noel Ta’Bois Fixed Dial Archive
An overview of the photographic archive of Noel Ta'Bois, an early sundial enthusiast. The archive contains around 1,500 slides of fixed dials from the 1980s, which form a valuable record in the Society's collection and have helped identify unrecorded dials.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
June 2010 page 25
Minutes of the 21st Annual General Meeting, Exeter University, Devon, 11 April 2010
This entry provides the minutes of the British Sundial Society's 21st Annual General Meeting. It covers attendance, approval of previous minutes, and reports from council members, including the Secretary, Bulletin Editor, Registrar, Mass Dial Group, Advertising, Sundial Safaris, Treasurer, Biographical Projects, Membership, Sundial Trail Competition, Conference Organisation, Webmaster, and Sundial Design Competition. Officer elections and other business are also documented.
The BSS and Members
June 2010 page 26
BSS Accounts for 2009
This section presents the British Sundial Society's Statement of Financial Activities and Balance Sheet for the year ending 31 December 2009. It details income resources, expensed resources, net incoming resources, and fund balances.
The BSS and Members
June 2010 page 31
Chris Lusby Taylor
The 21st Annual BSS Conference, Exeter University, Devon, 9-11 April 2010
This report summarises the British Sundial Society's 21st annual conference, highlighting the positive weather and successful organisation by Patrick Powers. It details various talks and demonstrations, including stone carving and lettering by Ben Jones, sundials as aeolian harps by Allan Mills, unequal hour lines by Fred Sawyer, and mass dial prevalence by Chris Williams. The conference also featured a sundial tour and dinner.
The BSS and Members
September 2010 page 29
Mike Cowham
The Return of Two Dials
This article recounts the recovery and return of two sundials: a pedestal with carved navigational instruments, stolen from Myddelton House and later reunited with a replica dial plate; and an early Celtic sundial from Tywyn, moved inside its church.
Historical Dials, Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
December 2010 page 1
Editorial
This editorial discusses the suggestion of including author photographs and short descriptions in Bulletin articles. It also mentions the absence of 'Guidelines for Contributors', and the delay of an article on Earth's orbital eccentricity due to illness.
The BSS and Members
December 2010 page 31
Mike Groom
Newbury 2010
This report summarises the British Sundial Society's Newbury Meeting on 25 September 2010, attended by 36 members. It highlights short talks on scientific sundials in Britain, Essex dial restorations, and Devon/Cornwall dials. Exhibits included devices for determining sun direction, reproductions of historical dials, and modern designs.
Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials, Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
December 2010 page 45
Tony Belk
The BSS 2010 Sundial Design Competition
This report covers the fourth BSS Sundial Design Competition, which received 14 entries across restoration, professional, and amateur classes, though no junior entries. Graham Aldred won the Major Prize for his restoration of the Lyme Park dial. Other prizes were awarded for a south-facing vertical dial and highly commended entries for a sun/moon dial, a prototype noon mark dial, and a vertical dial using a 'super ellipse.'
Dials: Unusual, Restoration projects, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
March 2009 page 1
Editorial
Robin M Catchpole was awarded the prize for the best article by a new author for his article ‘The Solar Pyramid’ published in the June 2008 edition. There were a variety of high-quality candidates. Both Russian members of the society have contributed articles to this bulletin.
The BSS and Members
June 2009 page 1
Editorial
The mini-theme for this issue is sundials within the Tropics; articles by Malcolm Barnfield and Mike Cowham deal with a topic which we rarely think about but which is a good test for how well we really understand the apparent movement of the sun across the globe’s surface. The page numbering of this and subsequent bulletins will restart with each issue rather than being sequential within each volume. The 2008 Accounts will be printed with the September issue.
The BSS and Members
June 2009 page 8
J. P. Lester
Reader's letter
A letter identifying the poet Anna Laetitia Barbauld as the source of an inscription, ‘Say not Good-night, but in some brighter clime Bid me Good-morning’, on a memorial sundial at Mawnan Smith, previously mentioned in the March 2009 Bulletin.
Mottoes, The BSS and Members
June 2009 page 31
Patrick Powers
The BSS photographic competition 2008-9
A report on the society's 2008-9 photographic competition, announcing the winner, Mike Cowham, and runners-up. It details the judging process and criteria and showcases several of the winning and highly-rated entries, while also noting the competition will become biennial.
The BSS and Members
September 2009 page 1
Editorial
The Best New Bulletin Author Award 2008 could not be presented at the Conference so it was recently presented at the Institute of Astronomy, Cambridge, where the recipient, Robin Catchpole, works. The presentation consisted of a replica astrolabe, as well as a certificate.
The BSS and Members
September 2009 page 8
Mike Isaacs
Visit to Bramshill house, 6th June 2009
A report on a British Sundial Society visit to Bramshill House, a Jacobean mansion in Hampshire. The article describes the tour of the house, which was the former National Police Staff College, and the various timepieces examined, including a noon mark, a horizontal dial, a stone polyhedron, and a vertical dial.
Dials: Horizontal, Dials: Noon Lines, Dials: Vertical, The BSS and Members
September 2009 page 15
Peter Ransom
Postcard potpourri 13: Rémalard, France
Features an early 20th-century postcard showing a sundial in Rémalard, Normandy, France. The postcard was used to guide a modern restoration of the dial. The article briefly describes the dial, its motto, and the author's visit to the Perche region, which is rich in sundials.
Dials: Vertical, Historical Dials, Mottoes, The BSS and Members
September 2009 page 21
Chris Lusby Taylor
The 20th BSS conference, Grange-over-sands
A detailed report on the 20th annual BSS conference. The article summarises the programme of talks, which covered topics such as early Norwegian dials, the prevalence of scratch dials, equant dials, and the Equation of Time. It also describes the conference outing to Holker Hall and Hawkshead, and other social events.
The BSS and Members
September 2009 page 25
Mystery inscription
A query seeking help from readers to decipher a mysterious inscription on a vertical south dial from 1782, now in Keighley Museum. The dial was formerly at the Fleece Inn, Keighley, and the puzzling inscription reads: "C.G · 1 51 33·34·1450".
Dials: Vertical, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2009 page 38
Patrick Powers
The BSS photocompetition 2008-09: The conference vote
Describes the introduction of a 'Conference Vote' for the BSS Photocompetition, allowing members to choose their favourite entries alongside the formal judging panel. The article details the voting method and presents the results, noting that the members' choice for first place mirrored the judges' decision.
The BSS and Members
September 2009 page 40
Minutes of the 20th annual general meeting held at the Cumbria grand hotel, Grange-over-sands
The official minutes of the society's 20th Annual General Meeting held in May 2009. The document includes reports from various council members on the year's activities, such as membership, publications, restoration projects, and the dial registers, as well as recording the election of officers for the next term.
The BSS and Members
December 2009 page 1
Editorial
Two articles describe dials which make use of the catenary curve while the themes of stolen dials, mass dials and new dials are continued. A ‘Happy Christmas’ and sunny winter solstice to all members!
The BSS and Members
December 2009 page 9
Peter Ransom
Postcard potpourri 14 - The Butter Cross, Witney, Oxfordshire
This piece analyses a vintage postcard of the Butter Cross in Witney. By comparing the time shown on the clock with the local solar time on the sundial, and accounting for British Summer Time and the equation of time, the author deduces the exact date the photograph was taken.
Equation of Time, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2009 page 13
John Davis
BSS visit to the Royal Greenwich Observatory
A short report on a British Sundial Society members' visit to the Royal Greenwich Observatory. The group received a guided tour, viewed famous horological exhibits like the Harrison chronometers, and were given special access to handle rare and notable sundials from the museum's storage rooms.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2009 page 17
Collectors’ dials
This brief feature highlights a universal inclining dial by the London firm Thomas Harris & Son from a member's collection. The dial is noted as a genuine antique from the 19th-century firm of opticians, rather than a modern replica, and an appeal is made for other members to share their interesting dials.
Dials: Portable, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2009 page 23
J. P. Lester
BSS Newbury meeting, 26 September 2009
A summary of the autumn meeting of the British Sundial Society. The report covers the day's lectures on a variety of topics, including diallists John Twysden and Robert Cutbush, the creation of ceramic sundials, and Roman dials in Britain, as well as exhibits shared by members.
The BSS and Members
December 2009 page 33
Sundial cakes
A light-hearted feature showing two sundial-themed cakes. One, with the NASS logo, was for dialmaker Tony Moss upon his retirement. The other was a wedding cake for BSS member, Andrew James, featuring an accurate horizontal dial on the top tier and other personal musical and travel motifs.
The BSS and Members
December 2009 page 43
Val Cowham
Tony Moss
Jim Marginson
Frank Evans
Mike Isaacs
Claus Jensen
BSS East Anglian safari: 19-25 September 2009
A multi-authored, day-by-day account of the society's annual week-long tour, this year through East Anglia. The report details the many historical and modern dials visited in Suffolk, Norwich, Essex, and surrounding areas, providing a travelogue of the group's discoveries and activities.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
March 2008 page 1
Editorial
The award for the best paper by a new author in the 2007 Bulletin has been made to Stefano Barbolini, Guido Dresti, Frank King and Rosario Mosello for their paper ‘The Sundial in La Specola Museum, Florence’ (Bull. 19(i) pp.33-39). The prize, a certificate and a small replica portable dial, will be presented at a later date.
The BSS and Members
March 2008 page 18
Graham Aldred
The Jamestown Commemorative Sundial
Describes the design, creation, and dedication of a large horizontal sundial by Tony Moss, commemorating the 400th anniversary of the Jamestown settlement. The unique 'navette' shaped dial incorporates Anglo-American symbolism, funded by the Sawyer Dialling Prize and sponsors, and was installed at Turner Farm Park.
Dials: Horizontal, Sundial Design & Layout, Construction Projects, The BSS and Members
March 2008 page 22
Graham Aldred
The 13th NASS Conference—a personal report
A personal report on the 13th NASS Conference in McLean, Virginia, covering presentations on various sundial topics, a bus tour to significant dials like the Lyman Briggs Memorial Dial and the Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, and the dedication of the Jamestown Commemorative Sundial. It also details the Sawyer Dialling Prize presentation and practical workshops.
Dials: Horizontal, Dials: Polar, The BSS and Members
June 2008 page 67
Sundial Trail Presentation
This entry reports on the presentation of the SotI 'Sundial Trail' Award first prize to Rosaleen Robertson for her 'Timaru sundial trail' in New Zealand. It also mentions the joint sponsorship of the 2008 competition by SotI and BSS, encouraging participation in creating sundial trails.
The BSS and Members
June 2008 page 72
Minutes of the 2008 AGM
This entry contains the minutes of the British Sundial Society's 19th Annual General Meeting, held on 30 March 2008. It covers the Chairman's opening remarks, apologies, approval of previous minutes, Council Members' reports and other society activities.
The BSS and Members
June 2008 page 77
Chris Lusby Taylor
The 2008 BSS Conference, Latimer
This report summarises the 2008 BSS Annual Conference at Latimer, highlighting various talks including Piers Nicholson on Jantar Mantar, Chris Williams on scratch dial statistics, Fred Sawyer on Michnik's bifilar sundial, Celia James on James Richard's dial, Julian Lush on Armenian scallop dials, and John Davis on John Rowley's work.
Dials: Bifilar, Historical Dials, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
June 2008 page 95
Patrick Powers
Photographic Competition 2007
This article reports on the 2007 BSS Photographic Competition, detailing the judging process, scoring criteria, and the results. John Davis's 'Ship's Time' won first place, with Mike Isaacs and John Lester as runners-up. It encourages members to participate in the upcoming 2008 competition.
The BSS and Members
September 2008 page 101
Editorial
This editorial discusses three articles on double horizontal dials, highlighting the ongoing discovery and reassessment of significant dials by BSS members. It also addresses the issue of stolen sundials and the Society's role in their recovery, encouraging readers to report suspicious finds. Feedback on the Bulletin is also requested from members.
The BSS and Members
September 2008 page 107
Christopher Daniel
The Belmont Sundial
This article recounts the theft and subsequent recovery of a brass horizontal sundial by George Adams Jnr from Belmont House. A BSS member, Andrew James, identified the stolen dial on a dealer's website, leading to its return. The piece highlights the crucial value of the BSS Register and members' expertise in recovering stolen historical dials.
Dials: Horizontal, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2008 page 115
Photo Competition 2007
This section presents a selection of entries from the 2007 Photo Competition, including titles such as 'Double Time,' 'Summer Solstice—Noon,' 'Red Sky in the Morning...,' 'Accidental Gnomon,' 'A Vintage Sundial,' and 'Marked by Time.'
The BSS and Members
September 2008 page 121
Roger Bowling
Liverpool Road Railway Station, Manchester
This paper describes the 1833 sundial at Liverpool Road Station, Manchester, the world's oldest extant railway station. It details the brass dial's features, its historical significance in railway timekeeping disputes, and its role as a public relations tool. The original dial is now in a museum, replaced by a 'dummy' dial on site.
Dials: Vertical, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2008 page 141
Tony Wood
Jill Wilson
Readers’ Letters (cont.)
Tony Wood writes about a porcelain dial from 1766 at the Royal Worcester Porcelain Museum, describing its detailed delineation. Jill Wilson responds to Chris Williams' mass dial article, noting a correlation between dial distribution and geology, and suggesting further research into building materials and church histories for a complete picture of dial loss.
Dials: Mass Dials, Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2008 page 142
BSS Accounts 2007
This section presents the British Sundial Society's income and expenditure statement for 2007. It details totals for subscriptions, events, sales, donations, and financial interest against expenses for the Bulletin, publications, officers, and events. The section also includes notes on specific items, fund balances, and general accounting practices.
The BSS and Members
December 2008 page 153
Editorial
The editorial introduces the issue's new, more colourful appearance due to printing technology advancements, aiming for higher quality at low cost. It also mentions a pocket-sized card with the Equation of Time included and welcomes contributions for the photographic competition.
The BSS and Members
December 2008 page 157
John Davis
BSS Newbury Meeting—27 September 2008
A report on the BSS Newbury meeting on 27 September 2008, detailing talks on stainless steel sundials, polar dials, dynamic sundial design using calculators, and 3-D modelling for overshadowing. It also covers a survey of early horizontal dials in Flintshire, exhibits, and presentations on paper sundials and dials in Mexico and the southern hemisphere.
Dials: Horizontal, Dials: Polar, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
December 2008 page 169
Tony Belk
Diallist’s Alphabet
A light-hearted alphabetical list of terms and concepts related to sundials and dialling. It covers various aspects from Apparent time to Zodiac, including types of dials, mathematical concepts, and references to the British Sundial Society and its members.
How Sundials Work, The BSS and Members
December 2008 page 178
Mike Isaacs
“Meet me in St Louis” at the 14th NASS Conference, 7-10 August 2008—a UK visitor’s impressions
A UK visitor's account of the 14th NASS Conference in St Louis, covering the coach tour to various sundial sites like the Jefferson Barracks and Missouri Botanical Gardens, presentations on topics such as digital wall dials and the equation of time, and the distribution of dialling software. It notes the smaller attendance compared to BSS meetings but high standard of events.
Historical Dials, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
December 2008 page 193
Val Cowham
Janet Jenkins
Graham Aldred
Doug Bateman
Fred Sawyer
Don Petrie
Gillian Nicholson
BSS Sundial Safari to the Alsace, 6-10 September 2008
A report on the BSS Sundial Safari to the Alsace region of France, detailing visits to various towns and villages. It describes numerous sundials encountered, including those at Strasbourg Cathedral, Soultz, Guebwiller, St-Marc convent, Colmar, Eguisheim, Riquewihr, Bergheim, Mont Ste-Odile (featuring a polyhedral dial), and Freiburg (Germany), as well as the Kirschgarten Museum in Basel.
Dials: Vertical, Dials: Multi Faced, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
March 2007 page 1
Editorial
This editorial announces the winner of the first BSS New Author Award, Geoffrey Lane, for his paper 'Glass Sundials of 17th Century London'. It also mentions the runners-up and encourages members to contribute to the Bulletin. It notes the absence of colour pages in this issue due to unforeseen circumstances, with a double dose planned for the next.
The BSS and Members
March 2007 page 32
Sundials suffuse secondary schools
This note announces that sundial-based work, developed by BSS member Peter Ransom, is making a comeback in Key Stage 3 mathematics in schools through the DfES Bowland Initiative. It hopes this will increase interest in sundial making and BSS membership.
The BSS and Members
March 2007 page 45
Patrick Powers
Book review
Patrick Powers reviews the 'Catalogue of the Fixed Dials of Austria – 2006 (3rd edition),' edited by Karl Schwazinger. The review highlights the catalogue's comprehensive coverage of over 3500 dials, its German language, and the included CD-ROM version with HTML-based content and PDF explanations.
Book Reviews, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
June 2007 page 49
Editorial
This editorial introduces the issue with a stained glass theme, highlights the Photographic Competition, mentions new series on astrolabes and professional dial makers, and thanks organisers of the successful Cambridge conference.
The BSS and Members
June 2007 page 56
Patrick Powers
BSS Photographic Competition 2006
This report details the 2006 British Sundial Society Photographic Competition, noting a record entry, high standards, and the judging criteria. It announces Paul Shaw as the overall winner and Ian Butson and David Hawker as second and third prize recipients respectively, also commending seven other photographs.
The BSS and Members
June 2007 page 58
Minutes of the 18th Annual General Meeting
This entry provides the minutes from the British Sundial Society's 18th Annual General Meeting held on 15 April 2007 in Cambridge. It covers opening remarks, apologies, approval of previous minutes, and reports from various Council members on Society activities, membership, finances, and future plans.
The BSS and Members
June 2007 page 62
Graham Stapleton
BSS Accounts 2006
This section presents the British Sundial Society's financial accounts for 2006, detailing income and expenditure. It shows an increase in net income, explains the accounting basis, and includes auditor's comments on fund management and financial clarity.
The BSS and Members
June 2007 page 63
Patrick Powers
Chatsworth and our Chairman...
This article recounts the discovery of an unrecorded horizontal sundial at Chatsworth House, initially prompted by a film, and reveals that BSS Chairman Chris Daniel had photographed it 30 years prior but not recorded it. It highlights the importance of Peter Baxandall's observation.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
June 2007 page 86
Chris Lusby Taylor
BSS Annual Conference—Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge
This report summarises the 2007 British Sundial Society Annual Conference in Cambridge. It highlights talks on calendar history, the Equation of Time, analemmatic sundials, astrolabes, and beehive sundialling. It also covers walking tours of Cambridge dials, including Pembroke and Queens' Colleges, and the Andrew Somerville Memorial Lecture on calendar accuracy.
Dials: Astrolabe, Historical Dials, How Sundials Work, The BSS and Members
September 2007 page 97
Editorial
The editorial discusses the added interest and design lift that declination lines bring to sundials, noting that this issue features two papers offering different, simpler methods for laying them out, encouraging designers to use them more. It also announces a new semi-regular feature on 'New Dials', inviting contributions from professional and amateur makers.
The BSS and Members
September 2007 page 104
Tony Wood
Obituary: Edward Martin
This obituary commemorates Edward Martin (1925-2007), founder of the British Sundial Society's Mass Dial Group. It highlights his pioneering work in collecting and computerising information on mass and Saxon dials, leading to a National Register. Martin's vision and enthusiasm for recording dials nationwide are praised as a significant legacy to the Society.
Dials: Mass Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2007 page 111
Robert Scott Simon
John Wall
Graham Aldred
Readers’ Letters
This section features three letters: Robert Scott Simon identifies a dial he made. John Wall comments on a bizarre sundial plot in a TV series, where a pivoted gnomon reveals gold. Graham Aldred discusses corrosion on sundial plates and P&G heliochronometers, suggesting material substitutions and their implications.
Dials: Heliochronometer, Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
September 2007 page 135
Photographic Competition
This section presents a batch of unplaced entries from the 2006 BSS Photographic Competition, highlighting the high quality of submissions. It includes titles and photographers for various sundial images, encouraging members to submit more photos for next year's competition.
The BSS and Members
December 2007 page 145
Editorial
This editorial addresses the sad news of Margaret Stanier's passing, noting her contributions as a former Bulletin Editor and her influence on the sundialling community. It also mentions the inclusion of a solar and lunar data card with the issue and invites photographers to submit suitable cover pictures.
The BSS and Members
December 2007 page 151
J. P. Lester
Newbury Meeting 2007
This report summarises the British Sundial Society's Newbury meeting, which began with a tribute to the late Dr. Margaret Stanier. Presentations included stained-glass sundials, mounting a vertical sundial with a TV bracket, mathematical proofs for hour lines, a schools programme for dialling, universal equinoctial ring dials, dipleidoscopes, dials with vertical gnomons, and hemispherical dials.
Dialling Tools, How Sundials Work, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
December 2007 page 173
Frans W. Maes
Roger Bailey
Frank King
Ken Head
J. P. Lester
Malcolm Barnfield
Readers’ Letters
This section contains various letters from readers. Frans W. Maes discusses Lambert circles and seasonal markers on analemmatic sundials. Roger Bailey provides corrections and recommendations for seasonal markers. Frank King confirms a relationship for seasonal marker distance. Ken Head replies to Maes and Bailey. John Lester solves the mystery of a partial sundial motto. Malcolm Barnfield describes the making of a noon cannon sundial.
Dials: Analemmatic, Sundial Design & Layout, DIY Sundial Projects, The BSS and Members
December 2007 page 190
A New Sundial Society?
This note introduces Hassaan Ghazali from Lahore, Pakistan, a lawyer who is interested in sundials and plans to form a kindred society in Pakistan. It mentions his visit to the UK where he met Christopher Daniel and visited the National Maritime Museum and Royal Observatory sundials. The British Sundial Society hopes he will become a member.
The BSS and Members
December 2007 page 191
Patrick Powers
Obituary: Margaret Wilson Stanier
This obituary commemorates Margaret Wilson Stanier (1919-2007), a distinguished physiologist and former Editor of the British Sundial Society Bulletin. It highlights her academic career at Oxford, Makerere College, and Cambridge, her scientific publications, her involvement with the Newnham College observatory, and her various hobbies including bell-ringing and botanical interests. It emphasizes her significant contributions to gnomonics, joining the BSS in 1990, editing the Bulletin with rigor, and writing seminal monographs on Oxford and Cambridge dials.
The BSS and Members
December 2007 page 192
Chris H. K. Williams
Scratch (Mass) Dials: Time for a Reassessment
This article calls for a reassessment of scratch (mass) dials, noting the surprising lack of interest despite thousands surviving across Europe. The author, who stumbled upon them while researching local history, is now analyzing the BSS Mass Dial Group's extensive database using mathematical and statistical methods to gain new insights into their original prevalence, use, appearance, evolution, and eventual fate.
Mathematics of Dialling, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members, Dials: Mass Dials
June 2006 page 54
Mike Cowham
BSS Photographic Competition 2005
This report details the results of the 2005 British Sundial Society Photographic Competition, highlighting the winners, runners-up, and highly commended entries. It includes judges' comments, discusses criteria like artistic merit and overall impression, and announces plans for the 2006 competition.
The BSS and Members
June 2006 page 60
BSS Accounts 2005
This section provides the British Sundial Society's income and expenditure report for the year 2005. It details financial figures for subscriptions, gift aid, publications, events, sales, interest, and various expenses, along with notes explaining the figures and an auditor's comments on the accounts' clarity and accuracy.
The BSS and Members
December 2006 page 145
Editorial
The editorial summarises the results of a Readership Survey, noting the introduction of solar ephemeris data and ongoing work for new articles. It highlights the importance of BSS members identifying and proposing restoration for old sundials and draws attention to the BSS Grants Policy.
Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
December 2006 page 164
Jill Wilson
Understanding Sundials: Farncombe Estate, 18-20 August 2006
Jill Wilson reports on a successful weekend course on 'Understanding Sundials' at Farncombe Estate. The curriculum covered the history of dialling, fundamental theory, design principles, practical delineation using various tools, and the practicalities of installing dials, with a focus on wall declinations. Attendees, from beginners to experienced diallists, gained new insights and appreciation for sundials.
How Sundials Work, Mathematics of Dialling, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
December 2006 page 180
Tony Moss
Leonard Honey
Kevin Karney
David Hindle
Claus Jensen
Brian Moss
BSS visit to Nürnberg
This multi-author report details the British Sundial Society's visit to Nürnberg, exploring historical sundials on sites like St Lawrence church (1502), the Fembo House, and various multi-faced dials in Rothenberg. The trip also included visits to St Rochus Cemetery, where gravestones of famous dial makers feature classical diptych dials.
Dials: Multi Faced, Dials: Portable, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
March 2005 page 23
Frank Evans
Italy 2004
Narrates the British Sundial Society’s 2004 tour of Italy, detailing visits to Rome, Florence and Ravenna. Highlights significant sundials and meridian installations, including the Palazzo Spada ceiling dial, Pantheon meridian, San Petronio line, the La Meridiana villa and private designs. Describes historical context, local hosts, and field observations of classical gnomonic art.
The BSS and Members
March 2005 page 28
Christopher Daniel
A Salutation to David Young
Celebratory poem in the style of Lord Macaulay's "Horatius" honouring David Young’s organisational role in the Society’s Italian sundial tour. Names participants, guides and hosts, and recounts itinerary highlights in rhyming verse, blending humour and historical references to classical and modern sundials encountered on the journey.
The BSS and Members
March 2005 page 33
Affiliation to the RAS
Announces the British Sundial Society’s affiliation with the Royal Astronomical Society. Outlines mutual benefits including library access, journal subscriptions, use of Burlington House facilities, membership collaborations and participation in RAS meetings. Emphasises enhanced status and shared resources for astronomical research and sundial study.
The BSS and Members
June 2005 page 77
John Ingram
From the Register - Wiltshire’s Wonderful Sundials
Suggestion of a "Top 10" of sundials in Wiltshire, highlighting their variety, locations, and historical interest.
The BSS and Members
June 2005 page 78
Mike Cowham
Photographic Competition
Announcement and results of the BSS photographic competition, showcasing notable sundial photography entries.
The BSS and Members
June 2005 page 81
Margaret Stanier
BSS Annual Conference, Royal Holloway College - 1–3 April 2005
Report on the BSS Annual Conference held at Royal Holloway College. Summarises lectures, visits, and activities from the event.
The BSS and Members
September 2005 page 90
Editorial
A message from the editor introducing John Davis as the new Assistant Editor and encouraging members to submit their contributions to the bulletin. It also mentions the new roles of other members of the council.
The BSS and Members
September 2005 page 109
Nick Nicholls
The 2005 BSS Open Award Scheme
This article details the 2005 British Sundial Society Open Award Scheme, outlining the judging criteria and listing the winners and their sundial projects. It describes the winning entries, which include a large vertical dial, a portable dial, and a set of equinoxial and solsticial dials.
The BSS and Members
December 2005 page 156
Mike Shaw
The British are Coming: The North American Sundial Society Conference, Chicago, August 2005
This report details the author's trip to the North American Sundial Society (NASS) conference in Chicago, August 2005. It covers tourist activities in the city, workshops held, the formal registration, meeting other sundial enthusiasts, and the bus tour to see local sundials, including the DuPage County Veterans’ Memorial Dial and the Henry Moore sundial.
The BSS and Members
December 2005 page 168
J. P. Lester
BSS Newbury Meeting, 24 September 2005
This report describes the BSS Newbury meeting on September 24, 2005, attended by 48 enthusiasts. The program included talks on 17th-century stained-glass sundial maker Baptist Sutton, spreadsheets and CAD for dial setting, museum surveys, and origami equatorial sundials. Exhibits featured sunspot observations, Mike Cowham's new book, high-quality sundial work, and intricate Meccano mechanisms.
The BSS and Members
March 2004 page 3
Christopher Daniel
The Society's New Patron: The Hon Sir Mark Lennox-Boyd
This article announces Sir Mark Lennox-Boyd as the new Patron of the British Sundial Society, succeeding the late Earl of Perth. It details Sir Mark's background, including his education, parliamentary career, and long-standing interest in sundials, noting his design achievements like the Holker Hall scaphe sundial. His diverse interests and expertise are presented as qualifications for this role.
The BSS and Members
March 2004 page 31
Notes from the Editor
This editorial note covers various topics including an upcoming seminar on "Venus Observed," apologies for errors in the previous December Bulletin, and an announcement about a new booklet on "Guernsey Sundials" by David and Dorothy LeConte. It also mentions the accessibility of this booklet at the BSS Annual Conference.
Book Reviews, The BSS and Members
March 2004 page 36
Brian Moss
Sundials Put Clock in the Shade
This report describes a successful British Sundial Society display at a Fair in Tynemouth's Victorian railway station. The BSS stall showcased various dials, captivating visitors and generating interest, ultimately being remarked upon for overshadowing the station's newly restored clock, symbolising the enduring appeal of sundials.
The BSS and Members
June 2004 page 46
Editorial
Opening commentary introducing the issue, summarising notable society events and articles, and reflecting on the Oxford AGM and its sundial displays.
The BSS and Members
June 2004 page 73
Minutes of the 15th Annual General Meeting of the British Sundial Society
Official minutes from the 2004 AGM held at St Anne’s College, Oxford, including officer reports, motions, and society business.
The BSS and Members
June 2004 page 80
Oxford 2004: 15th Anniversary Sundial Conference
Summary of the society’s 15th anniversary conference in Oxford, including lectures, workshops, and site visits.
The BSS and Members
June 2004 page 85
Video Review
Review of a sundial-related video, discussing its content, production quality, and usefulness.
The BSS and Members
September 2004 page 100
From the Register
Selections from the BSS Register highlighting notable dials (examples from Suffolk), with location, brief technical notes and historical context for each featured entry.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2004 page 118
Doug Bateman
Equatorial sundial unveiled by the Queen
Report of a ceremonial unveiling of a new equatorial sundial: description of the dial type, event context and public/promotional aspects of the installation.
Dials: Equatorial, The BSS and Members
December 2004 page 152
Martin Jenkins
Tenth annual NASS conference, Tenafly, New Jersey, USA — 19–22 August 2004
Report from the 10th NASS conference (Tenafly, NJ). Summarises presentations and demonstrations on sundial education, laser trigon techniques, CAD/3D modelling for dial manufacture, archaeological finds, spiral equatorial and portable dials, and highlights from delegates and exhibits.
The BSS and Members
December 2004 page 156
From the register
Short item featuring an interesting dial from the Register
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2004 page 173
Jane Walker
In spite of the weather — Newbury 2004
Report on the Newbury 2004 meeting: activities, practical demonstrations and visits carried out despite adverse weather, with notes on attendance, exhibits and plans for future Newbury meetings.
The BSS and Members
March 2003 page 15
Readers' Letters
A selection of letters from members discussing the Crowan dial, mass dials, lines of coincidence, and leaded-in gnomons.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
March 2003 page 20
David A. Young
A Brief History of the British Sundial Society (Part 3)
Continuation of the society’s early history, covering administrative developments from June 1990 to April 1991, including Andrew Somerville’s death and transition to new leadership.
The BSS and Members
March 2003 page 28
Notes from the Editor
Announcements, corrections, and editorial notes including photos, upcoming meetings, and publishing logistics.
The BSS and Members
March 2003 page 43
Christopher Daniel
The Rt. Hon. The Earl of Perth P.C. (1907–2002)
Obituary for the Society’s Patron, acknowledging his contributions to the BSS and interest in sundials.
The BSS and Members
June 2003 page 73
Christopher Daniel
The Gavel: A Note from the Chairman
This note from the chairman thanks Dr. John Lester for crafting and presenting a gavel to the Society. It describes the gavel's construction from cherry and padauk woods and its clever design.
The BSS and Members
June 2003 page 76
Tony Belk
BSS Annual Conference, Yarnfield, April 25-27, 2003
A summary of the British Sundial Society's Annual Conference at Yarnfield. The report covers various talks and workshops, including one on electrochemical hazards to sundials, a presentation on a pilgrim route, and one on unusual sundial designs.
The BSS and Members
June 2003 page 78
Minutes of the 14th Annual General Meeting
The official minutes from the 14th Annual General Meeting of the British Sundial Society. It covers reports from council members and specialists, election of officers, and other society business.
The BSS and Members
September 2003 page 104
Notes from the Editor
This note from the editor discusses the British Sundial Society's five-yearly awards for the design, construction, and restoration of sundials. It encourages professionals, amateurs, and young people to apply, and also mentions a request for reciprocal arrangements with overseas sundial societies to exchange journals.
The BSS and Members
September 2003 page 110
Jill Wilson
Graham Stapleton
Tony Wood
Frank Evans
Readers' Letters
A collection of letters from readers. Topics include a thank you for information on sundial makers for the 'Biographical Index of British Sundial Makers,' and some pub dial sightings.
The BSS and Members
December 2003 page 149
John Moir
Peter Ransom
Newbury 2003 – Sing a Song of Sundial
An account of the 2003 Newbury meeting, covering talks, exhibits, musical interlude, and member sundial projects, including declination finding, software modelling, and new dial types.
The BSS and Members
December 2003 page 152
A.F. (Tony) Baigent
Short obituary for Tony Baigent, acknowledging his contribution to sundial education and outreach.
The BSS and Members
December 2003 page 162
Readers' Letters
Contributions from members on a variety of sundial-related topics, offering observations, queries, and follow-ups.
The BSS and Members
December 2003 page 165
Frank Evans
Sundial Tour of Cornwall
Travel report from the BSS Cornwall tour, describing dials visited, local history, scenic highlights, and member experiences.
The BSS and Members
March 2002 page 3
Obituary of Rene Rohr
Tribute to Rene Rohr, highlighting his contributions to sundial design, literature, and his role in the BSS.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
March 2002 page 28
David A. Young
A Brief History of the British Sundial Society Part 2
Second part of a historical account of the BSS's origins, early figures, and development as an organisation.
The BSS and Members
June 2002 page 61
Notes from the Editor
Short notes on previously published articles and news affecting the Bulletin.
The BSS and Members
June 2002 page 62
Reception at the Royal Astronomical Society
A report on the BSS exhibition at the RAS President’s Reception, including participation and interest in sundials.
The BSS and Members
September 2002 page 93
Robert Sylvester
The British Sundial Society Annual Conference and AGM Held 19th to 21st April 2002 at the Crossmead Centre, Exeter
A report on the 2002 BSS annual conference, summarising talks, excursions, and events including presentations by international members and sundial exhibitions.
The BSS and Members
September 2002 page 95
Minutes of the 13th Annual General Meeting of the British Sundial Society
Official record of the 2002 AGM including reports from officers and specialists, covering projects, events, finances, and future plans.
The BSS and Members
September 2002 page 101
Minutes of the Special General Meeting of the British Sundial Society
Summary of the meeting regarding adoption of a new Society constitution, including approval process and background.
The BSS and Members
September 2002 page 104
Frank Evans
Austria 2002: A Sundial Safari
Travelogue of the BSS tour of Austria led by Walter Hofmann, visiting monasteries, public dials, and craftspeople; rich in descriptions of painted and sculptural dials.
Dials: Portable, Dials: Unusual, Dials: Vertical, The BSS and Members
September 2002 page 115
Margaret Stanier
The Twentieth Century
An essay reflecting on the evolution of sundial making and the Society's activities during the 20th century, highlighting significant developments and personalities.
Dials: Bifilar, Dials: Equatorial, Dials: Heliochronometer, Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
September 2002 page 132
Extra Photographs from BSS Austria Tour
Supplemental photos from the Austria 2002 sundial tour, complementing the earlier article by Frank Evans.
Dials: Vertical, The BSS and Members
December 2002 page 144
John Wall
On the Unreliability of Clocks
Humorous yet insightful reflection on the fallibility of domestic clocks versus the dependability of sundials, ending with a challenge to design a regulating system.
The BSS and Members
December 2002 page 157
John Moir
Peter Ransom
Newbury 2002 - A Place in the Sun
Report on the BSS Newbury meeting with exhibition and presentations, featuring inventive sundials including artistic and portable models.
The BSS and Members
March 2001 page 22
John Moir
Peter Ransom
Newbury 2000 - A Grand Day Out
This report details the Newbury 2000 event, a British Sundial Society gathering showcasing various sundial exhibits. Highlights include John Moir's rainbow and bifilar dials, a cycloidal dial, and Piers Nicholson's prototype horizontal dial with accurate alignment features. Tony Wood presented "3 Cheap and Dials" and updated on the mass dial register. Peter Ransom displayed sundial-themed items, and David Young showed eclipse phenomena. The event concluded with an award for the Make a Sundial competition.
The BSS and Members
March 2001 page 42
Margaret Stanier
The 'Universal Equinoctial' Sundial, the BSS Emblem
This article explores the "Universal Equinoctial" sundial, highlighting its significance as the emblem of the British Sundial Society. It discusses the historical context and design principles of this type of sundial, explaining its functionality and why it was chosen to represent the BSS.
Dials: Equatorial, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
March 2001 page 44
David A. Young
Obituary: Peter Lamont
This obituary commemorates the life and contributions of Peter Lamont, a member of the British Sundial Society.
The BSS and Members
June 2001 page 58
David A. Young
A Brief History of the British Sundial Society
David Young, a founding member, provides a personal account of the British Sundial Society's formation and early years. He traces the resurgence of interest in sundials, early discussions among key figures like Christopher Daniel and Andrew Somerville, and the eventual decision to form an independent society, detailing the initial planning and membership growth.
The BSS and Members
September 2001 page 99
Walter Wells
Twelfth Annual Conference of the BSS, York, 27-29 April, 2001
A report on the well-attended BSS conference in York. Topics included Leicester"s Millennium Time Trail, the discovery of early wooden dials in Ipswich, Samuel Foster's graphical dialling techniques, and the restoration of astrolabes and sundials at Oxford's Museum of the History of Science. Tours of local sundials, an auction, and discussions on unusual dials and polar dial design were also featured.
The BSS and Members
December 2001 page 147
Don Petrie
Wales, 2001
This article reports on the 2001 Wales Sundial Safari, detailing the examination of various sundials across the region. Highlights include a rare bridge sundial, historical church dials, a heliochronometer, and an ancient Celtic stele dial. The tour also featured a moon dial, various horizontal and vertical designs, and complex multi-component dials like the 1595 Marrington Hall example, showcasing Wales's diverse gnomonic heritage.
Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
December 2001 page 156
John Moir
Peter Ransom
Newbury 2001
This report covers the well-attended BSS meeting at Newbury. Presentations included astronomy software, 'Spot-on-Sundial' development, and a 'Sundial Seekers Companion' kit. Updates were given on dial restoration. Exhibitions showcased diverse designs, including a rainbow dial, a hemispherical dial made from a bird feeder, and an electronic biscuit box sundial. Various other dials, a nocturnal, and calendars were also displayed.
Dials: Unusual, Restoration projects, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
February 2000 page 19
J. P. Lester
The Mass Dial Group at Southwell, 17th - 19th September
Report of a BSS group meeting to document mass dials at churches in three counties, including visits and findings.
Dials: Mass Dials, The BSS and Members
February 2000 page 42
John Ingram
A Visit to Farnborough Noon Sundial
Describes a group visit to the noon-mark sundial at Farnborough. Designed by Douglas Bateman, the dial is set out on a central glass window in the entrance hall of the Cody Building and shows local apparent noon, mean time noon, and the date.
The BSS and Members, Dials: Noon Lines
February 2000 page 44
Robert Sylvester
The Total Eclipse of the Sun as Seen from Bulgaria, 11th August 1999: A Personal Account
Personal narrative of viewing the 1999 total eclipse in Bulgaria, with observations and reflections.
The BSS and Members
February 2000 page 45
Tony Moss
A Trip to the N.A.S.S. Conference at Hartford, CT, U.S.A. 1999
Report on the North American Sundial Society conference, with discussions on topics presented.
The BSS and Members
February 2000 page 47
David Young Bows Out
Brief note marking David Young stepping down as BSS Secretary.
The BSS and Members
June 2000 page 76
Mike Cowham
The Gatty Family - Part 1
Explores the background and family history of Mrs. Gatty, author of the classic sundial book, focusing on her early influences.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
June 2000 page 81
The BSS Awards Scheme
Brief description of the British Sundial Society’s 2000 awards-winning entries.
The BSS and Members
June 2000 page 86
Desmond Quinn
Cambridge Sundials Old and New: Lecture Report
Summary of a lecture by Dr Frank King covering sundials in Cambridge, both historic and recent.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
June 2000 page 90
Robert Sylvester
Photographing the Total Eclipse of the Sun in Bulgaria, 11th August 1999
A personal account of photographing the 1999 eclipse, with technical and observational notes.
The BSS and Members
October 2000 page 120
Michael Lowne
The Conference at Cirencester, March 31–April 2, 2000
Report on the 11th BSS Annual Conference, with summaries of lectures, site visits, exhibitions, and society updates.
The BSS and Members
October 2000 page 121
BSS Annual General Meeting 2000
Minutes of the AGM held at the Cirencester conference, including officer changes and society business.
The BSS and Members
October 2000 page 125
Sundials for the Year 2000 AD
Showcase of sundials commissioned or constructed to commemorate the millennium year.
Dials: Analemmatic, Dials: Equatorial, Dials: Horizontal, Dials: Vertical, The BSS and Members
October 2000 page 129
Frank Evans
The British Sundial Society in Scotland 3–11 June 2000
Trip report on a wet BSS expedition to Scotland documenting sundials, including locations, dial types, and travel experiences.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
October 2000 page 137
Some 'Awards 2000' Sundials
Photos and summaries of sundials submitted to or winning BSS awards in 2000.
Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
February 1999 page 2
Editorial
This editorial mentions that this issue celebrates the British Sundial Society's tenth anniversary with a colourful display of sundial photographs included in the centre pages, and contributions from early members reflecting on their reasons for joining. It also clarifies the new volume and page numbering system for the Bulletin.
The BSS and Members
February 1999 page 16
T.B. Palmer
Pat Briggs
C.D. Lack
Ten Years Ago
This section compiles responses from early BSS members, including T.B. Palmer, P.D. Briggs, and C.D. Lack, reflecting on their initial motivations for joining and their continued enjoyment of the Society's Bulletin, despite personal challenges or preferences for theoretical over practical involvement.
The BSS and Members
February 1999 page 33
Editor's Notes
This section provides updates including the venue for the 1999 Newbury BSS Meeting, the current viewing location of D.G. Rossetti's 'Beata Beatrix' painting, clarifications on 'Italian' hours and a problematic dial from a previous issue, and an apology for a cover photo misattribution.
The BSS and Members
February 1999 page 33
Readers' Letters
This section contains diverse reader correspondence, including a tribute to Charles Aked, discussions on the Equation of Time and Bernhardt dials, explanations of the Lluc sundial in Mallorca, a comparison of Eureka compass cards, reflections on restoration, and a submission on 'Tipple Times'.
Dials: Unusual, Equation of Time, Dialling Tools, The BSS and Members
June 1999 page 54
Editorial
Introduces the June 1999 issue of the BSS Bulletin, highlighting a mix of historical, current, and future-oriented articles. It mentions past objects like Saxon dials and the Nottingham Meridian Dial, present-day topics such as making a sundial from a satellite dish, and future-looking content like 'Sundials on the Internet' and a restored wall dial. The editor particularly enjoyed 'The Scaphe of Carthage'.
The BSS and Members
June 1999 page 81
Readers' Letters
Includes various reader contributions. M. Arnaldi discusses the Benedictine Rule and Anglo-Saxon liturgy regarding monastic prayer times. A.O. Wood questions the commonality of Saxon dial designs and suggests a square dial at Stowell Church is Saxon. James Richard reflects on his long-standing interest in sundials and the BSS. J.P. Lester corrects an error in 'King's England' about a sundial at St. Mary's, Radcliffe. K.H. Head offers information on a 'repeating caliper' and seeks an internationally agreed system for gnomonic symbols. Alan Smith clarifies details of a Memento Mori sundial on a tombstone.
The BSS and Members
June 1999 page 82
Editor's Notes
This section covers various announcements and corrections. It invites members to a Mass Dial Safari in the East Midlands. It includes corrections for photograph attributions and orientations in previous BSS Bulletins. It also provides corrected attributions for the cat dial memorial to Noel Ta Bois and the Hitchin Museum dial, and announces British Museum events related to the total eclipse.
The BSS and Members
June 1999 page 91
Piers Nicholson
Sundials on the Internet - The First Three Years
This report chronicles the growth and impact of the "Sundials on the Internet" website (www.sundials.co.uk) over its first three years, sponsored by the BSS and NASS. It details the site's rapid growth in page views, content expansion, and design evolution. The article highlights the site's educational contribution, especially through its projects page for schoolchildren, and outlines future objectives like language translations and new sundial trails.
The BSS and Members
June 1999 page 99
David Young
Lieut. Commander Richard (Dick) Andrewes DSC.R.N.
This tribute remembers Lieut. Commander Richard "Dick" Andrewes, a BSS member known for his wartime naval service, mathematical degree, and enthusiasm for dialling. He designed a unique dial for his home and an analemmatic dial for a conservation centre. He is particularly remembered for delineating a scaphe dial at the Horniman Museum, ingeniously overcoming its organic shape by using a marble to find the bowl's lowest point.
Dials: Analemmatic, Dials: Scaphe, The BSS and Members
October 1999 page 128
Readers' Letters
Features several reader contributions. A.F. Baigent suggests creating a 'Diallers' Dictionary' for standardising gnomonic terms. John Singleton proposes a shortcut method for determining equinox and solstice tracks for reclining/declining dials. Maurice Cohen discusses misplaced sundials at National Trust properties like Anglesey Abbey, highlighting variations in local management's care. Gordon E Taylor comments on symbol standardisation in gnomonics, advocating for an international committee to address confusion in terms like 'declination' and 'azimuth'.
The BSS and Members
October 1999 page 131
Notes from the Editor
This section announces changes in handling BSS material sales and provides contact information for ordering back issues, ties, and lapel badges. It also invites members to report new, old, or updated fixed and mass dials to the registrars to help chronicle their condition. Additionally, it announces a GCSE Astronomy Course at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, offering students practical experience with telescopes and preparation for the examination.
The BSS and Members
October 1999 page 133
John Moir
Peter Ransom
Cake & Balloons at Newbury: Report of the Newbury Meeting, 22 May 1999
This report details the Newbury Meeting, featuring talks on French dials with carved figures, gnomonic markings on church walls, and an experiment recreating Eratosthenes' Earth diameter measurement. Michael Maltin demonstrated Earth's orbital eccentricity and movement. Peter Meecham described his 'Tempus Fugit' balloon. Exhibitions included a drinks sundial, NASS double horizontal dial, crested china sundials, and Andrew James' Pringles cylinder shepherd's dial. The meeting also involved laying out a meridian line and a birthday cake celebration for the BSS.
The BSS and Members
October 1999 page 137
Tony Wood
Dunchurch 1999: Tenth Anniversary Conference
This report details the BSS's successful Tenth Anniversary Conference at Dunchurch Lodge. Lectures covered calendar history, a remote reading sundial invention, and the discovery of a lost stained glass sundial. Allan Mills surveyed Greek and Roman scaphe dials. Doug Bateman guided a tour of Nottingham Subscription Library's Noon Line. Group meetings addressed portable dials, mass dials, and wall declination. The conference concluded with an auction, a satellite dish sundial demonstration, an eclipse lecture, and the election of new officials.
The BSS and Members
October 1999 page 142
Gerald Stancey
B. S. S. Northumbrian Sundial Meeting
This report details a BSS Northumbrian Sundial Meeting, highlighting visits to Anglo-Saxon dials at Escomb, Dalton-le-Dale, and Pittington, noting the latter's poor condition. The group also saw dials by William Emmerson and C. Hunter, a modern 20-foot sundial by Tony Moss in Silverlink Parks, and the Stephenson Dial at Killingworth. The meeting concluded with a visit to the Keelman's Hospital and a restored shipyard sundial at the Trinity Maritime Centre, along with scratch dials at Bothal, which are rapidly deteriorating.
The BSS and Members
February 1998 page 2
Editorial
The editor reflects on balancing forward-looking dial design with historical studies, noting readers’ diverse interests and reaffirming a policy that each issue should include something for everybody.
The BSS and Members
February 1998 page 39
Readers’ Letters
Correspondence from members on recent articles, dial sightings, methods and queries, adding corrections, experience and requests for opinions.
The BSS and Members
February 1998 page 42
Editor’s Notes
Short editorial notices and clarifications, including corrections, follow-ups and production notes.
The BSS and Members
June 1998 page 2
Editorial
This article discusses the different approaches to problems of conservation and restoration of sundials in Britain and continental Europe. It also touches on the upcoming tenth anniversary of the British Sundial Society and suggests celebrating with colour photographs in the Bulletin.
Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
June 1998 page 18
Charles K. Aked
Gnomonic Bibliographies
This article details the author's decades-long work in compiling extensive bibliographies on gnomonics, inspired by an earlier work on horology. It discusses the challenges of the project, including its scope and arrangement, and mentions collaboration with other researchers.
The BSS and Members
June 1998 page 33
BSS Awards Scheme 2000
This announcement outlines the new categories for the BSS awards for sundials. It details the classes for professional, amateur, restoration, and junior dials, with an emphasis on the honour of the award itself.
Restoration projects, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
June 1998 page 43
Editor's Notes
This section announces the British Sundial Society's decision to modify the Bulletin's numbering system starting in 1999 to simplify references. It also provides an update on the availability and details of the 'International Bibliography of Gnomonics' compiled by C.K. Aked and N. Severino, which is offered on disk.
The BSS and Members
June 1998 page 45
Owen Deignan
Obituary: Professor Philip Adams
This obituary commemorates Professor Philip Adams, a highly esteemed member of the British Sundial Society, who passed away on 1 November 1997. It highlights his significant intellectual and social contributions to the Society, including his engaging lectures and meticulously crafted models, and his role in organising a sundial tour.
The BSS and Members
June 1998 page 46
BSS Conference, Dunchurch Lodge 1-3 May, 1998
Summarises the BSS Conference held in Dunchurch Lodge. It mentions lectures on topics such as the origins of two manor house dials, Altitude Dials, and a tour of German dials.
The BSS and Members
October 1998 page 2
Editorial
This editorial discusses the variety of sundials in this issue for different age groups and periods, from ancient to ultra-modern. It encourages submissions for the BSS Awards Scheme 2000 and highlights Sarah Symons' lecture on Egyptian Shadow Clocks and an obituary for founding member Charles Aked.
The BSS and Members
October 1998 page 6
Margaret Stanier
The Mass Dial Group in East Anglia
Reports on the Mass Dial group's weekend hunt in East Anglia, organised by Dr. John Davis. Members explored churches in Norfolk and Suffolk, locating 155 dials on 109 churches, despite challenges like rain and overgrown churchyards. The report also touches upon local architecture, like round towers, and the gradual disappearance of older dials.
Dials: Mass Dials, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
October 1998 page 9
Restoration and Conservation
This article outlines the British Sundial Society's policy on restoration and conservation of sundials. It defines terms like restoration, conservation, and replacement, and specifies BSS involvement, advising on accurate restoration while avoiding legal liability. The policy discourages restoration of Saxon or Mass Dials, prioritising their conservation and detailed recording.
Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
October 1998 page 10
John Moir
Peter Ransom
The Newbury Meeting 20 June 1998
This report summarises the BSS Newbury meeting on the eve of the Summer Solstice. It covers talks on Hampshire sundials, raised horizontal dials, astro-compass conversions, and a sun compass. The event also featured an exhibition of various sundials and computer programs, highlighting members' ingenuity and the collaborative spirit of the society.
DIY Sundial Projects, Dialling Tools, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
October 1998 page 18
Christopher Daniel
Obituary: Charles Kenneth Aked (1921-1998)
This obituary pays tribute to Charles Kenneth Aked, a principal 'founding father' and first editor of the British Sundial Society's Bulletin, who passed away on 22 April 1998. It details his diverse career in engineering and horology, his extensive gnomonic bibliographies, and his significant contributions to the BSS, highlighting his dedication and personality.
The BSS and Members
October 1998 page 21
Editor's Notes
This section invites Italian-speaking members to review a new journal, discusses the terminology of 'Italian' and 'Italic' hours, mentions the publication of Allan Mills' lecture on Altitude Dials, and announces a planned group tour to the UK for the BSS 10th Anniversary in 1999.
The BSS and Members
October 1998 page 24
Readers' Letters
This section features a collection of correspondence from readers covering diverse topics. These include the origin of Bernhardt Dials, methods for finding the meridian, updates on Newbury BSS meetings, a problematic sundial in Lluc, Mallorca, discussions on the 'Eureka' credit card compass, and inquiries about spherical and 'problematic' Italian dials.
Dialling Tools, Dials: Unusual, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
January 1997 page 1
Editorial
A reflection on the challenges of cataloguing dialling literature and the value of the British Sundial Society in enabling collaboration among enthusiasts. Highlights the importance of collective efforts in preserving and sharing gnomonic knowledge.
The BSS and Members
January 1997 page 49
Readers Letters
Correspondence from readers discussing previous articles, sharing observations, and posing questions related to sundials.
The BSS and Members
January 1997 page 52
Dialogue
A section of exchanges, comments, and brief notes between members and editors on topics of sundial interest.
The BSS and Members
April 1997 page 1
Editorial
A reflective farewell from the long-serving Honorary Editor, recounting the history and growth of the Bulletin, the challenges and pleasures of editing, and expressing gratitude to contributors while bidding farewell to the role.
The BSS and Members
April 1997 page 7
David A. Young
The George Higgs Memorial Window
A tribute to George Higgs, describing the creation and installation of a commemorative engraved glass window in Kirkcudbright’s Tollbooth Art Centre, incorporating sundial designs he worked on during his lifetime.
The BSS and Members
April 1997 page 8
David A. Young
BSS Northern Ireland Tour
A detailed account of a week-long tour of Northern Ireland by BSS members, visiting historic and modern sundials, gardens, cathedrals, and museums, highlighting the camaraderie and variety of dial-related experiences.
The BSS and Members
April 1997 page 38
Profile, Joanna Migdal
A profile of contemporary diallist Joanna Migdal, outlining her career, notable works, and artistic approach to sundial creation.
The BSS and Members
April 1997 page 54
Change of Editor
A brief announcement noting the change in editorial leadership for the Bulletin.
The BSS and Members
April 1997 page 57
Readers Letters
A selection of letters from readers offering observations, corrections, and commentary on previous Bulletin articles.
The BSS and Members
July 1997 page 1
Editorial
A message from the new editor introducing himself and his aims for the bulletin, as well as a tribute to the retiring editor Charles Aked. It notes the cosmopolitan nature of the contributions and encourages members to submit snippets about interesting sundials.
The BSS and Members
July 1997 page 29
Readers' Letters
A collection of letters from members of the British Sundial Society.
The BSS and Members
July 1997 page 32
Christopher Daniel
'I am a Sundial'
The author recounts giving a speech about sundials at the Royal Astronomical Society Club. He presents a witty poem that he wrote in response to a verse by Hilaire Belloc that claimed watches are better than sundials. The poem highlights the various functions and advantages of sundials.
The BSS and Members
July 1997 page 33
Charles K. Aked: Founding Father, First Editor and Vice President
A tribute to Charles K. Aked, a founding member and the first editor of the British Sundial Society Bulletin. The article details his career as a scientist, his contributions to horology and dialling, and his crucial role in establishing the BSS.
The BSS and Members
July 1997 page 38
E. Vilaplana
Paul Gagnaire
A Sundial Dedicated to James Taylor
Report on a commemorative sundial project dedicated to James Taylor, a former BSS member, including design and symbolism.
Construction Projects, Sundial Design & Layout, The BSS and Members
July 1997 page 52
Margaret Stanier
Sundials and Sun at Newbury
Report on a successful one-day meeting of the BSS in Newbury, with talks, exhibitions, discussion and socialising
The BSS and Members
July 1997 page 54
Robert Sylvester
B.S.S. Conference at Newton Rigg, Penrith - May 1997
A summary of the British Sundial Society's conference in Penrith. It describes various lectures and events, including a talk on a restored sundial, a discussion of Fred Sawyer's Asteroid Dial, and a presentation on the Windsor dial.
The BSS and Members
October 1997 page 2
Editorial
This October issue of the Bulletin contains articles on sundials, both ancient (Ireland) and modern (a wooden cross-dial), covering topics such as construction, inaccuracies, cardboard cutouts (H-Dial, Christmas Cards, Sun Calendar), and encounters with dials in art (Rossetti) and real life (Turnbull Sundial). It includes contributions from three European countries and will soon feature one from the Southern Hemisphere.
The BSS and Members
October 1997 page 26
Tony Moss
Sundials Go Green in Newcastle
Report on a "Green Day" event in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, where British Sundial Society members set up a display to promote sundialling. Despite poor weather, they engaged with visitors, including the Lady Lord Mayor, and provided information about sundials. The author notes that while it may not have significantly advanced "Green Issues or the cause of Sundialling," it created a pleasant opportunity for members to discuss dials.
The BSS and Members
October 1997 page 38
Notes from the Editor
Announces a Sackler Research Fellowship for astronomy, horology, hydrography, and navigational instruments. It also mentions London's first indoor sundial, which uses a moving artificial light, and requests information for two unpublished items: 'Four 19th century meridian lines in Rome' and a review of a catalogue of fixed dials in Austria. It also contains errata for previous articles.
The BSS and Members
October 1997 page 47
Margaret Stanier
The Sundials of Hesse
A report on the British Sundial Society's 1997 tour of sundials in Hesse, Germany. The tour, guided by Karlheinz Schaldach, visited ancient and modern dials in towns like Alsberg, Homberg, Frankfurt, Kassel, and Fulda. Highlights included 14th-century mass dials, modern dials with built-in equation-of-time adjustment, large painted building dials, and various vertical dials, as well as some humorous or unreadable examples.
The BSS and Members
October 1997 page 49
Michael Lowne
The 1997 Essex Sundial Meeting
Summarises the second Essex Sundial Meeting at Moulsham Mill. Presentations included a history of calendars, the sun's nuclear reactions, and a detailed look at the massive astronomical instruments and sundials at Jaipur, India, built in the early 18th century to determine celestial positions. The meeting concluded with slides of the German sundial safari.
The BSS and Members
October 1997 page 49
John Ingram
Mass Dial Group: Gloucestershire Meeting
This report details a Mass Dial Group meeting in Gloucestershire, featuring talks on the 'Nature in Art' centre's work, a sundial for an educational exchange with Kenya, and the use of video for recording dial operations. Discussions covered mass dials and their evolution, Saxon Dials and their monastic origins, and visits to local churches, including the discovery of an early equiangular reclining dial.
Dials: Mass Dials, The BSS and Members
February 1996 page 1
In Memoriam - Dr. Marinus Johannes Hagen
A tribute to Dr. Marinus Hagen, a prominent sundial expert and Vice-President of the Dutch Sundial Society, highlighting his contributions to gnomonics and the founding of sundial communities.
The BSS and Members
February 1996 page 4
Charles K. Aked
The 1995 BSS Conference
A comprehensive report on the 1995 BSS Conference at Grantley Hall, covering sundial exhibits, lectures, field trips, and society matters.
The BSS and Members
February 1996 page 21
Jane Walker
Follow the Yellow Book Crowd
A short piece encouraging exploration of historic properties and their sundials as listed in the Yellow Book.
The BSS and Members
February 1996 page 40
Alan Smith
British Sundial Awards Scheme 1995
Details and results of the 1995 British Sundial Awards, recognising excellence in dial construction and design.
The BSS and Members
February 1996 page 45
Readers Letters
Feedback and contributions from readers, including experiences, discoveries, and technical questions.
The BSS and Members
June 1996 page 2
Margaret Stanier
Newbury-in-Essex
A report on a regional BSS meeting in Essex featuring talks, member displays, and local sundial visits, highlighting community involvement and enthusiasm for sundial-related activities.
The BSS and Members
June 1996 page 38
Robert Sylvester
BSS Annual Conference at Grantley Hall, Ripon
A detailed report of the 1996 BSS conference, describing lectures, site visits, and discussions held among sundial enthusiasts.
The BSS and Members
June 1996 page 47
Readers Letters
Reader feedback and discussion on various dialling topics, including responses to previous articles and new findings.
The BSS and Members
October 1996 page 1
Charles K. Aked
Editorial
The editor reflects on changes to the Bulletin's format and the importance of members' contributions, acknowledging the journal's reputation in the dialling world and discussing practical challenges like production costs.
The BSS and Members
October 1996 page 23
James C. Slater
Newbury Meeting May 1995
A report on a BSS members' meeting held in Newbury, highlighting talks, exhibits, and member contributions focused on sundial projects and research.
The BSS and Members
October 1996 page 39
Charles K. Aked
The West Dean College Conference - 1996
A report on the BSS conference at West Dean College, summarising lectures, workshops, and notable discussions on dialling topics.
The BSS and Members
October 1996 page 48
Compendium
A collection of brief notes, announcements, or small snippets of dialling news, updates, and miscellaneous items.
The BSS and Members
October 1996 page 50
Readers' Letters
Letters from Society members sharing feedback, observations, or queries about sundial-related topics.
The BSS and Members
February 1995 page 45
Readers' Letters
Letters from readers discussing various topics related to sundials, feedback on past articles, and general observations.
The BSS and Members
June 1995 page 1
Patron's Appeal - George Higgs Memorial Sundial
A tribute to George Higgs, one of the Society’s earliest and most respected members, proposing a memorial sundial in his honour and reflecting on his legacy and contributions.
The BSS and Members
June 1995 page 51
Readers' Letters
Comments and feedback from members on previous issues, dialling topics, and Society business.
The BSS and Members
February 1994 page 2
Dialogue - La Busca, USA Sundial Society
Editorial discussing international sundial publications, restoration challenges, multilingual gnomonic vocabulary, and reports from Roumania and Sarajevo.
Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
February 1994 page 37
Manchester Sundial Meeting, Canadian Sundial
Short summaries of a BSS meeting and updates from the Canadian Sundial Society.
The BSS and Members
February 1994 page 42
Nicholas Kratzer - A Short Biography
Biographical summary of Nicholas Kratzer, a notable early 16th-century diallist and scientific advisor to Henry VIII.
Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
February 1994 page 45
A. Y. Simcock
New Colour Postcard Series
Introduction to a new series of colour postcards issued by the BSS featuring diverse sundials.
The BSS and Members
February 1994 page 46
David A. Young
Sundial Makers List
Updated list of contemporary sundial makers for reference and contact.
The BSS and Members
June 1994 page 45
British Sundial Competition
An announcement and outline of a national sundial competition organized by the BSS, encouraging public participation in sundial design. The notice includes judging criteria, categories, and contact information.
The BSS and Members
June 1994 page 47
Readers Letters
A collection of letters from readers discussing past articles, sharing observations, and raising questions. Topics range from technical sundial queries to personal anecdotes and corrections.
The BSS and Members
June 1994 page 52
Secretary's Notebook
An editorial roundup of BSS activities, announcements, and reminders. Topics include event planning, publication updates, membership issues, and administrative matters relevant to society members.
The BSS and Members
October 1994 page 23
Frank Evans
Mass Dial Group Meeting
This article describes the British Sundial Society's Mass Dial Group meeting held in Malton, North Yorkshire, in June 1994. It provides a light-hearted account of the attendees, their shared interest in dials, and their expedition to view numerous Anglo-Saxon and scratch dials in ancient churches. The author highlights the urgency of recording these crumbling historical artefacts due to environmental deterioration. The article also mentions a humorous discovery related to Shakespeare's "shepherds' dials" and references individuals like Robert Sylvester, Edward Martin (Mass Dial Group Co-ordinator), and Mrs. Alfred Gatty.
The BSS and Members
October 1994 page 35
Computer Program
This section provides an update on the availability of the British Sundial Society's (BSS) sundial program. It announces that the 5¼" disc version is no longer available, but the 3½" discs can still be purchased from the editor, with profits supporting BSS funds. The program runs on IBM compatible systems and requires a graphic adapter for drawing. It also mentions a simpler program by Mr. David Young and another by Mr. H.C. Parr (no longer available in disc form), and suggests the future formation of a group to address specialized aspects of dialling and pool ideas for computer use among members.
Dialling Tools, The BSS and Members
October 1994 page 44
Readers Letters
This section comprises several letters from readers addressing various topics. James Richard discusses a "foolish servant" illustration, explaining that a dial showing anticlockwise figures and equally spaced hours for a full revolution indicates a southern hemisphere, South Pole location using temporal hours. J.R. Bradshaw clarifies the Greek and Latin inscriptions on Kircher's Sunflower Clock, providing transliterations and interpretations. Andrew Ogden describes a recently discovered medieval grave marker in Ireland that resembles a polar sundial base and post, inquiring about missing parts. The letters provide insights into dial interpretation, historical inscriptions, and new discoveries.
The BSS and Members
October 1994 page 50
The Late George Robert Higgs
This section serves as an "In Memoriam" for George Robert Higgs, a respected and enthusiastic member of the British Sundial Society. It features eulogies from his son, John Higgs, and close friend, David Gulland, along with an appreciation by Anne Somerville and an editor's note. The tributes highlight Higgs' extraordinary life, his quest for knowledge, his talent for design and invention (particularly in sundial making and restoration across Scotland), his warm personality, and his sharp intellect, which remained active even at 93. It recounts anecdotes demonstrating his humour, practical skills, and dedication to sundials and the BSS.
The BSS and Members
February 1993 page 1
Dialogue - De Zonnewijzerkring, Analemma, Commission of Sundials, Paris
This section summarises activities of various sundial societies including De Zonnewijzerkring, Analemma, and Commission of Sundials, Paris. It covers excursions, exhibitions, historical time differences, mathematical articles, moon dials, sundial designs, and construction details. It also reports on society meetings and record-keeping efforts.
The BSS and Members
February 1993 page 8
A Word from the Editor
This editorial welcomes articles and letters from BSS members, acknowledging their contributions. It discusses publication standards, including UK English spelling, and highlights the ongoing need for more material and potential future editors. The editor expresses gratitude for members' appreciation and support.
The BSS and Members
February 1993 page 17
Ian Wootton
Further Progress on the Sundial Register
This report details the ongoing development of the British Sundial Society's computer database for recording sundials in the British Isles. It covers the evolution of data input forms, transcription, verification processes, and future plans to expand the register, noting uneven coverage across different counties.
The BSS and Members
February 1993 page 26
David Brown
Bath Conference, September 1992
This report summarises the British Sundial Society's Bath Conference, detailing various talks and activities. Topics included drawing dials, human elements in sundial safaris, computer spreadsheet approaches, celestial sphere models, domifying circles, scratch dials, and the proposed Sundial Award Scheme, fostering companionship and enthusiasm.
The BSS and Members
February 1993 page 34
George R. Higgs
Andrew J. Ogden
Jack R. Bradshaw
Thomas Grice
Jean G. Laviolette
Letters to the Editor
This section presents various letters to the editor. Topics include discussions on movable gnomon dials, moon dials, the term 'aplustre' related to the Tower of the Winds, a found Thomas Grice sundial, and scratch dials. Letters also express appreciation for the BSS journal.
The BSS and Members
June 1993 page 1
Dialogue - Hungary, De Zonnewijzerkring
This section reports on activities of the Hungarian Astronomical Association and the Sundial Working Group of the Austrian Astronomical Society, including meetings, museum visits, and lectures on various sundial topics like holographic sundials. It also covers De Zonnewijzerkring's excursions, exhibitions, and a historical account of time differences in the Netherlands, alongside mathematical articles and ongoing efforts to record sundials.
The BSS and Members
June 1993 page 30
Christopher Daniel
From the Chairman's Pen, Errors and Misconceptions
The Chairman reflects on the importance of acknowledging errors in the field of dialling and maintaining high standards within the British Sundial Society. He shares personal anecdotes of past mistakes and discusses common misconceptions about sundials, such as their role in timekeeping, reasons for their decline, and the historical evolution of their appearance, emphasizing the need for accuracy and critical examination.
The BSS and Members
June 1993 page 43
Charles K. Aked
A Word from the Editor
The editor provides an apology for the late publication of the bulletin due to medical conditions and mislaid material. He also welcomes articles and letters from members, outlining publication standards, including formatting requirements, accuracy, copyright considerations, and the preference for English texts. He notes the positive feedback on the bulletin and the approval for reprinting earlier issues.
The BSS and Members
October 1993 page 1
Dialogue - De Zonnewijzerkring, Bulletin 93.2. No. 50 - Bulletin 93.2. No. 51 - Analemma
This section reports on activities of the Dutch Sundial Society "De Zonnewijzerkring", including an anniversary exhibition and plans for a meridian line in Utrecht. It also covers a discussion on Stonehenge, a mechanical sundial by A.J.M. van den Beld, and a continuation of M.J. Hagen's list of Netherlands sundials, alongside English abstracts from the Spanish "Analemma" Bulletin.
The BSS and Members
October 1993 page 22
Colin J. Thorne
"There's a thingey on that whatsit!" or the Jottings of a Big Dial Hunter
This light-hearted article describes the joys and frustrations of "dial hunting," including the excitement of discovering new dials and the disappointment of finding none. It shares anecdotes of interacting with the public who are often unaware of sundial functions and recounts challenges like obscured views and misidentified "sundials," emphasising the dedicated hunter's passion.
The BSS and Members
October 1993 page 32
Charles K. Aked
Destruction by Decay
This article explores the rapid deterioration of ancient sundials in the British Isles, attributing decay to factors like stone quality and water-induced damage. It discusses examples like the Bewcastle Cross sundial and the importance of protection and restoration. The article highlights the British Sundial Society's aims in cataloguing and preserving historical artefacts to prevent their complete loss.
Dials: Mass Dials, Historical Dials, Restoration projects, The BSS and Members
October 1993 page 42
Tanlaw
Peter I. Drinkwater
George P. Woodford
Letters to the Editor
This section contains letters from readers, including a discussion on "Neolithic Astronomy" and Stonehenge, suggesting early warning systems for climate change. It also features "Errors" pointing out misconceptions in a previous bulletin, and comments on "A Japanese Sundial", "Kircher's Sunflower Clock", and "Kratzer's 'Polyhedral' Sundial", along with a poem about rainbows.
The BSS and Members
October 1993 page 44
D. A. Young
Secretary's Notebook
This section notes the positive response to a sundial article in 'Practical Gardening' and the increase in BSS membership enquiries. It announces details for the Annual General Meeting and Conference at Urchfont Manor, including a memorial lecture. It also outlines a week-long sundial-themed holiday in Ireland and reports on a stolen sundial from Helmingham Hall, which has since been recovered.
The BSS and Members
February 1992 page 1
Dialogue
This section provides various updates, including news about the Spanish sundial association's bulletin "Analemma" and the Dutch "Der Zonnewijzerkring" bulletin. It announces the Essex Clock Fair where the BSS will be represented, details a BSS computerised dial listing, and outlines the BSS's collaboration with Jodrell Bank for an Educational Resources Centre and sundial installations. It also includes an offer for members to advertise wants/surplus items and announces the XII Scientific Instrument Symposium.
The BSS and Members
February 1992 page 3
Christopher Daniel
From the Chairman's Pen
The chairman discusses the British sundial heritage, noting its rapid decline due to neglect and vandalism. He emphasizes the importance of the Society's ongoing work to catalogue, record, and research sundials in Britain for their preservation and restoration. He also cautions members about offering restoration advice without professional expertise and highlights the need to identify outstanding sundials for national protection.
The BSS and Members
February 1992 page 4
David A. Young
The Secretary's Notebook
The Secretary reports on the successful nomination of all current and three new council members, avoiding an election. He encourages more members to volunteer for council or sub-committee roles, acknowledging the challenge of geographical spread. The note also announces the AGM as a one-day event and the annual conference in Bath, plus an update on restoration efforts for a Gloucester church dial and the ongoing complexities with the Collyweston dial due to English Heritage involvement.
The BSS and Members
February 1992 page 25
Charles K. Aked
PROFILE: Harriet Wynter
This profile introduces Harriet Wynter (born Molly Rich), a prominent figure in the scientific instrument world. It traces her career from working in an electrical instruments factory during WWII to becoming an antiques dealer specializing in scientific instruments. She co-authored a book on scientific instruments, publishes numerous catalogues, and is about to write a book on portable sundials, having recently been made a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Scientific Instrument Makers.
The BSS and Members
February 1992 page 26
Mrs. A.D. Hannekuyk
The 1991 Cambridge BSS Conference
This report details the 1991 BSS/Zonnewijzerkring Conference at Queen's College, Cambridge. Highlights included lectures on the split-gnomon dial by Hans de Rijk, Gordon Taylor's equiangular sundial, and Fer de Vries on gnomonics. Delegates toured Cambridge sundials, including an ancient scratch dial and multi-faced dials. Workshop sessions covered dial making by computer, scratch dials, portable sundials, and sundial education.
The BSS and Members
February 1992 page 39
Charles K. Aked
Editor's Fare
Charles K. Aked reflects on the unexpected growth and success of the BSS Bulletin since its inception as a small newsletter. He highlights the rapid increase in membership, the transition to printed issues for clarity and illustrations, and the challenges of rising postage costs. The editor notes the high erudition of contributors, the society's ability to cater to diverse interests (including mass dials and computer programs), and solicits member contributions and suggestions for improvements.
The BSS and Members
June 1992 page 1
Dialogue - La Busca de Paper, Ostereich Astronomischer Verein, L'Astrofilo, Der Zonnewizjerkring, Errata
This section provides updates from various gnomonic societies including the Catalan Society of Gnomonics, the Austrian Astronomical Association's Sundial Group, the Unione Astrofilo Bresciani, and Der Zonnewijzerkring. It also includes errata for a previous bulletin article, detailing corrections for 'Sundial Alignment by the use of the Pole Star'.
The BSS and Members
June 1992 page 8
David A. Young
The Secretary's Notebook
This entry reflects on the British Sundial Society's Council meetings, emphasising their light-hearted yet serious discussions. It also provides an update on the 1992 Annual General Meeting, welcoming new council members like Mr. R.A. Nicholls (Treasurer) and Mr. Robert Sylvester (Membership Secretary), and thanking retiring members for their significant contributions to the Society.
The BSS and Members
June 1992 page 9
Charles K. Aked
BSS at Clacton Clock Fair
This article reports on the British Sundial Society's participation in the Clacton Clock Fair in May 1992. Mr. D.A. Young and Mr. C.K. Aked displayed items, including sundial cigarette cards and a Singleton helical dial, attracting considerable public interest. The event underscored the general public's limited knowledge about sundials and the need for greater publicity for dialling.
The BSS and Members
June 1992 page 37
Jane Walker
Make a Sundial
This article describes the development of the 'Make a Sundial' educational book by a British Sundial Society group, initiated in response to the National Curriculum requiring primary children to understand and construct sundials. The book, produced using desktop publishing, offers projects for constructing sundials from common materials, suitable for various educational levels.
How Sundials Work, Book Reviews, DIY Sundial Projects, The BSS and Members
October 1992 page 1
Dialogue - De Zonnewijzerkring, The BSS Tie
This section includes updates from De Zonnewijzerkring and mentions that the BSS tie, exclusively designed for members, is now available featuring the BSS symbol.
The BSS and Members
October 1992 page 8
Report on BSS Council Meeting, September 1992
This report covers discussions from the BSS Council meeting in September 1992, including approaches to the National Trust for sundial inventory, assistance for Hereford Cathedral's dial restoration, and a sundial trail at the Horniman Museum. Financial health, membership updates, and plans for the next AGM at Jodrell Bank are also noted. The education group is producing a dialling video.
The BSS and Members
October 1992 page 44
David A. Young
The Secretary's Notebook: Sundials at Newbury
This "Secretary's Notebook" entry provides updates on upcoming BSS events for 1993, including the Spring Conference and AGM at Jodrell Bank with a "sundial safari". It also mentions a planned summer meeting at Newbury and an autumn trip to Holland following a Dutch invitation. The section details a past "bring and show" day at Newbury and an exhibition at Jodrell Bank.
The BSS and Members
July 1991 page 1
Dialogue - Der Zonnewijzerkring, La Busca de Paper, Austrian Sundials, Der Sternbote
This section compiles news and updates from various sundial societies. It covers new bulletin issues from De Zonnewijzerkring (Dutch) and La Busca de Paper (Catalan), including mathematical dialling, celestial mechanics, and specific sundial descriptions. It also announces the founding of an Austrian Sundial Society and details a rare sun chronometer in Baden, Vienna, designed by Gibbs.
Book Reviews, Dialling Tools, Dials: Heliochronometer, The BSS and Members
July 1991 page 13
H.W. Van Der Wyck
The World Upside Down
This essay explores the Northern Hemisphere bias in gnomonics and common perceptions, such as clockwise movements. The author describes his quest for Southern Hemisphere sundial information, noting the lack of specific literature and the 'anticlockwise' appearance of the sun and shadows there. He recounts finding an 'upside down' map of New Zealand, illustrating the profound difference in perspective for Southern Hemisphere dwellers.
How Sundials Work, The BSS and Members
July 1991 page 27
Gordon E. Taylor
Denis Schneider
J. G. Freeman
Letters to the Editor
This section compiles letters on diverse sundial topics. Gordon E. Taylor recounts issues with sundial projects undertaken by the uninformed, while Denis Schneider discusses possible errors in tidal dial information and moon dial prospects. J.G. Freeman provides a crucial formula for wall orientation calculations. Allan Mills proposes using N and S extensions to the polar axes of a spherical model earth as gnomons, bringing the noon mark to where it would be expected (rather than at the terminator).
The BSS and Members
July 1991 page 31
Profile: Christopher St. J.H. Daniel - B.S.S. Chairman
This profile highlights Christopher St. J.H. Daniel, the Chairman of the British Sundial Society. It details his career from the National Maritime Museum, his specialization in sundial design and consultation, and his numerous notable designs and restoration projects (including the 'dolphin' sundial for the Queen's Silver Jubilee). It also mentions his keen interest in preserving the national sundial heritage and his extensive publications and affiliations within the gnomonic and navigation communities.
The BSS and Members
July 1991 page 32
Alan Smith
The British Sundial Society Annual Conference 1991
This report details the 1991 British Sundial Society Annual Conference and AGM in Edinburgh. It highlights a coach tour of Scottish dials, featuring restorations and unique designs, alongside numerous lectures by notable members on historical dials, Newton's work, and educational initiatives. The event also included visits to city dials and museums, emphasizing good fellowship, information sharing, and the BSS's strong foundation.
The BSS and Members
October 1991 page 1
Dialogue - Bulletin of the Scientific Instrument Society, Publicity, A Holographic Sundial, Clocks, The Clockmaker
This section features various updates and news, including highlights from the Scientific Instrument Society's Bulletin, recent publicity for the British Sundial Society in national newspapers, details on a holographic sundial ('holodial') developed by Kristina Johnson and Rob Penland, and mentions regular contributions to "Clocks" magazine and "The Clockmaker" magazine. It notes the BSS Chairman's radio talks and lectures.
The BSS and Members
October 1991 page 15
Gordon E. Taylor
Progress on the Sundial Register
Gordon E. Taylor reports on the development of the British Sundial Society's computerised sundial register, designed for historical research and restoration. With an estimated 10,000 sundials in the British Isles, the project aims to minimize paperwork by storing key information like location, type, condition, and maker in a database using custom-written programs due to limited funds. Members with computers are invited to assist with data input.
The BSS and Members
October 1991 page 20
Christopher Daniel
Symbols of Society: The Emblem of the BSS
Christopher St. J.H. Daniel discusses the significance and selection of emblems for scientific societies, using nautical examples. He explains why the British Sundial Society chose the equinoctial sundial as its emblem, symbolizing gnomonics and its fundamental role in dialling. Despite some member criticism, the equinoctial dial design is deemed simple, clear, and representative of the art's ancient origins and scientific principles.
The BSS and Members
October 1991 page 21
Profile - Cumbrian Members
This profile highlights Robert Sylvester, a keen British Sundial Society member from Cumbria, who greatly aids the national sundial record and publishes a newsletter. It also features Ray Hartland, a retired lay reader from Isel church, who has written about the church's ancient scratch dials, suggesting they were better suited to school day hours than church service times. The earliest surviving British sundial, Bewcastle Cross, is mentioned as being in Cumbria.
The BSS and Members
October 1991 page 35
David A. Young
Secretary's Notebook
David Young reflects on his ten years in sundial interest and five years since meeting Andrew Somerville, emphasizing the value of personal contact in the field. He encourages members to connect locally and to consider standing for election to the BSS Council. The notebook also includes updates on available back numbers of the BSS Bulletin and a call for member comments on proposed lapel badge designs.
The BSS and Members
February 1990 page 2
Obituary Notice. - Death of B.S.S. President Dr. F. A. B. Ward C.B.E
This notice reports the death of Dr. F. A. B. Ward, the first President of the British Sundial Society, at the age of 85. It acknowledges him as the foremost expert on dialling in Britain and a significant figure in mechanical horology, highlighting his work at the Science Museum and his numerous publications and lectures.
The BSS and Members
February 1990 page 24
Andrew R Somerville
Chairman's News.
This report provides updates on the British Sundial Society's activities.
The BSS and Members
June 1990 page 2
In Memoriam - Dr. A.R. Somerville
This entry notes the untimely death of Dr. A.R. Somerville, the founding Chairman of the British Sundial Society. The comprehensive tribute article details his life, extensive career in organic chemistry and cancer research, his numerous hobbies including sundials and music, and his vital role in establishing the BSS.
The BSS and Members
June 1990 page 3
Andrew R Somerville
Chairman's News - George Higgs - 90 Years Young
Celebrates George Higgs' 90th birthday, highlighting his career as an electrical engineer and his significant contributions to dialling. It details his work restoring sundials for the National Trust for Scotland, his design of an analemmatic dial, and his collaboration with David Gullan on glass dials.
The BSS and Members
June 1990 page 6
Gordon E. Taylor
The British Sundial Society Oxford Conference 24/25th March 1990
This report covers the inaugural British Sundial Society conference at Exeter College, Oxford. Key activities included the adoption of the Society's constitution, discussions on the Bulletin, a guided tour of Oxford's sundials, a members' exhibition, and lectures on diverse gnomonic subjects.
The BSS and Members
June 1990 page 11
Robert Sylvester
Record Form Topics
This entry presents a series of suggestions and queries regarding the British Sundial Society's record form used for documenting sundials. Topics include standardizing photograph types, measurement units, gnomon angle recording, incorporating a scale, and strategies for gathering information from authorities.
The BSS and Members
June 1990 page 25
Mrs. Anne Born
Sundiallers at Oxford, a Conference Poem
A poem commemorating the first British Sundial Society conference held in Oxford in March 1990. It evokes the timeless atmosphere of the city and reflects on the gathering of seventy like-minded individuals to discuss sundials, blending history with gnomonic science.
The BSS and Members
June 1990 page 32
Dipl.-Ing. Karl Schwarzinger
Studienrat Arnold Zenkert
Lajos Bartha
World Sundial Data Bank
This section presents detailed data on fixed sundials compiled for Austria and the German Democratic Republic, categorized by historical period, type, and photographic availability. It serves as an invitation for international members to contribute information for a planned global sundial listing.
The BSS and Members
October 1990 page 22
Charles K. Aked
Dr Andrew R. Somerville - A Personal Appreciation
This appreciation describes Andrew Somerville's crucial role in founding the British Sundial Society (BSS) in 1989. It recounts his initiatives, including lectures, conferences (like the Oxford Gnomonics Conference), and future plans for the society, highlighting his dedication, intellect, and modesty in dialling endeavours.
The BSS and Members
October 1990 page 24
George R. Higgs
Some Sundial Safaris with Andrew Somerville
This article recounts G.R. Higgs' sundial exploration trips with Andrew Somerville across Scotland, focusing on discovering and restoring historical dials. Notable examples include a 57-face lectern dial at Hensol House, finding a cube dial in a rockery, and working on the Glamis Castle dial, including one designed by Andrew himself.
Dials: Multi Faced, Historical Dials, The BSS and Members
October 1990 page 27
Profile - Charles K. Aked
This profile outlines Charles K. Aked's career from industrial chemist to Principal Scientific Officer in the Royal Naval Scientific Service. It highlights his extensive contributions to horology, including editing books, founding AHS groups, being a Fellow of NAWCC, and his current roles as Editor of the British Sundial Society Bulletin and The Clockmaker.
The BSS and Members
October 1990 page 28
David A. Young
Andrew Somerville Memorial Fund
This announcement officially opens a memorial fund for the late Chairman, Andrew Somerville, following his tragic death. It solicits contributions from members and invites suggestions for the form the memorial should take, with deliberations to be held at the next BSS Council meeting.
The BSS and Members
July 1989 page 1
Aims of Society and Editorial Comment

The BSS and Members
July 1989 page 1
Honorary Officials of the British Sundial Society

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