Sundial, South Church Street, Callander

The sundial located on South Church Street in Callander dates back to 1753 and is recognized for its local historical and architectural significance. It was originally situated in the garden of the Roman Camp House, which is now a hotel, and was moved to its current location in the early 20th century. The sundial was gifted to the people of Callander by Lord Esher, who owned the Roman Camp House at that time. Recently, the south end of South Church Street underwent urban landscaping, and the sundial was included in this project.

The sundial is made of white limestone and features a circular shaft with an ornate Ionic capital resting on a moulded base. Atop the capital is a flat square head that holds a metal dial. The shaft is inscribed with the date '1753' and includes the following inscription: "I mark not the hours unless they bring light, I mark not the hours of darkness and night, My promise is only to follow the sun, And point out the course his chariot doth run."