Historical Publications

A Brief History of Kilmington
Major General G.M. Elliot, CB, CBE, DSO, MC, DL.

"There has been a request for a BRIEF history of 
this village and the surrounding countryside.

This is a very amateurish effort to meet this request. It makes no claims to infallibility - in fact I am sure that it contains many errors—but it tries to give the PROBABLE TRUTH..."  Read more...

A Story of Kilmington in Devon 
in the Twentieth Century
Ben Cudmore

First written to mark the Centenary of Parish Councils.
Revised and brought up to date in 2001 with additions in 2007.

Kilmington is a “nice place” to live in.  
How frequently this comment is made!  
But what makes the place?  Read more...

The Parish Church of St Giles, ​Kilmington, East Devon

Published by Kilmington Parochial Church Council 2017 
Churches have always been a fascination to many people and to have a publication of an individual church helps to retain its identity by recording its history, and in the case of St Giles’ Church, its present active role in the community.

The Tuckers of Coryton

A beautifully illustrated book with over 360 pages, telling the story of the rise and fall of the once-powerful Tucker family and their estate. It also offers a vivid history of Kilmington from the 17th century to the present day, revealing a long-forgotten rich and colourful tapestry of local life.

Copies are available for £18 directly from the author at [email protected] or [email protected]