David Payne


March 2020
Page 36

Details the construction of a large 3-metre diameter armillary dial made from surplus mild steel H-beam and stainless steel components. Constructed by TAM Engineering Services Ltd, the dial includes a central aluminum globe nodus and a stainless steel equatorial ring with laser-cut Roman numerals. It was built for the old school in Wiggenhall St Mary Magdalen.
Construction Projects, Dials: Armillary Sphere, Sundial Design & Layout

June 2018
Page 48

Describes a sundial in Norwich located at Dial Square, a location that was significantly reduced in size in September 1923 and could now be considered "Dial Corner". The displacement occurred when a new bridge across the River Wensum necessitated the construction of an approach road that encroached upon the square.
Dials: Vertical, Historical Dials

March 2016
Page 33

An account of finding a horizontal sundial on Gugh in the Isles of Scilly, which appeared approximately seven years ago. The dial's wooden gnomon is inscribed with its latitude and longitude, and the author notes the local museum is seeking information regarding the builder, thought to be holiday-makers.
Dials: Horizontal

December 2012
Page 36

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

March 2010
Page 20

A brief travel report on two noon-mark sundials found in Spoleto, Umbria, Italy. One is located in the park of the Villa Pianciani Delizia and another, similar one at the Villa Redenta. Both are described as being in need of restoration.
Dials: Noon Lines, Historical Dials