ST CHAD’S . PATTINGHAM . STAFFS

BALUSTER DIAL 1818

GRADE II* Late C12 – C14; rebuilt mid-C17 after fire; extensive restoration late C19 (G Scott). In addition to scratch dials [see https://gaudiumsubsole.org/2026/09/] there is a very fine baluster sundial in the Churchyard, dated 1818. Mid-way between Bridgnorth and Wolverhampton. 52.5898  -2.2657  SO820991

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This fine dial seems to be in very good condition. It is a ‘Baddeley’ dial dated 1818, so not made by the pre-eminent John who died in 1804. Those more skilled in dial interpretation than I will, I think, enjoy it. I haven’t been able to work out how the clock speed works.

THE CLOCK SPEEDS

GSS Category: Baluster dial; Pedestal dial; Baddeley dial maker; Clock reader

All photos: Keith Salvesen / Rolling Harbour