History at Killerton

The Acland family, who left the estate to the Trust in 1944, did so for the benefit and enjoyment of everybody.

A house party outside of the main entrance at Killerton, Devon
James Wyatt designed a new house for Sir Thomas Acland at Killerton, Exeter, in 1772

The lost house 

Have you visited Killerton's lost house? Walk up to the house to find out why it was never finished and remained hidden for 240 years.

You can see the inner workings of Clyston Mill

Think you've seen it all? 

The Acland's gave away their estate for the benefit of the nation - will you wander off the beaten track to discover three of Killerton's hidden gems? They're open from Saturday 1 April - Sunday 29 October.

Creating Killerton

Simple Killerton

The elegance and simplicity of Killerton House 

Find out why the warm and welcoming House you see today became the Acland family's permanent residence.

Morning view of Killerton house and pond

Creating a country house setting at Killerton 

Sir Thomas Acland wished to have garden and parkland fit for his new family seat at Killerton. Find out about John Veitch's legacy.

Historical destinations at Killerton

The Chapel at Killerton

The Chapel  

A day at Killerton isn't complete without a visit to Killerton's chapel. The grounds of the chapel are a quiet place to seek comfort and reflect.

Killerton's laundry room.

Killerton's laundry room 

A glimpse into the Victorian laundry room at Killerton.

the bear's hut at killerton, devon

The bear's hut and ice house 

You can walk in the footsteps of a bear at Killerton and discover the historic ice house.