Lord Burghley The inspiration for this unique timepiece is both the seafaring traditions of the Burghley family and maritime timekeeping itself. Telling the story of time through family, the twelve icons featured on this unique timepiece correlate with specific stories relating to members of the Burghley family. Lord Burghley was an English statesman, a chief adviser and good friend of Queen Elizabeth 1, for most of her reign. 1 2 3 4 Back