About Us
Courtyard Sundials was established in 1998 by Richard White when, on one of his travels, he came across the stunning Courtyard sundial now being offered by his company. At the time he was looking for a present for his 85 year-old father. "After 40 odd years of choosing presents 'What do you buy the man who has everything he wants?"
As a yachtsman and seafarer of many years Richard was well used to working with the sun and stars.
He fell in love with the pure simplicity of the sundial and started to delve in to their history, joining the British Sundial Society.
In an age where every aspect of our live is ruled by technology, he became fascinated by the ancient art of measuring time.
That it can be measured by such stunning object d'art convinced him that here was a product that demanded his full attention.
Courtyard Sundials is dedicated to becoming purveyors and designers of a range of exclusive and high quality objects of beauty that will appeal to the discerning few.
Steps are already in hand to add to the range but it will only be increased after exhaustive study and then only available from Courtyard Sundials and a limited number of carefully selected galleries.
Visitors at our Wiveliscombe workshop are always welcome but please ring first - we are often away at shows and we'd hate you to have a wasted journey.