BRIDOL is the British Sundial Society's Register of Fixed and Mass Dials, which gives detail and photographs of about 8000 fixed sundials and 3000 mass dials in the UK.
Some of these are in private gardens, but the majority are publicly available.
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Dial in Northamptonshire
The dial is in a border to the west of the house. An inscription reads "Morning Glory", a reference to the stylised floral décor in the centre. Shows 5am to 7pm in quarter hours. No specific half hour markings. Numerals unusually aligned N-S. Four small compass direction letters on outer edge of floral centre. No compass star however. Simple unsupported gnomon. Set on attractive circular section baluster pedestal with acanthus décor around it. Circular capital, square plinth.
Privare address, Northamptonshire
| SRN |
Year |
Recorded |
Coords |
| S4958 |
|
2000 |
Location private |
| National Grid |
3 Words |
Sundial Atlas |
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| Condition |
Type |
Access |
| Excellent |
Horizontal |
Private |
| Maker |
Materials |
Dimensions |
|
Brass |
195 diam |