Spot-On Sundials' largest design is made from beautiful stainless steel, and measures 16.5" across (42cm). Designed for the forecourts of offices and public buildings, for public open spaces, and for the larger garden, this elegant design includes the split gnomon (the arm that points out the time), so that every day at noon a line of light will shine through the arm along the noon line. The dial itself comes in a matt finish to ensure a really sharp shadow, but the remainder of the dial plate and the sides of the gnomon are mirror-polished to create fantastic reflections and a really modern look. There is also space for engraving in a small panel at the foot of the dialplate - perfect for a gift dedication or information about the sundial.

The company also makes smaller brass versions of this, as well as an unusual horizontal design - a similar style has been installed near the Millennium footbridge in London. For more information, check out the website which has complete instructions for set-up, plus plenty of other useful information.

Price: £860 plus £20 p& p for the stainless steel version. A smaller brass sundial costs £105.
Available from: Spot-On Sundials on tel (01372) 725 742 or write to P.O. Box 292, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4YP.