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Exhibition: The Aclands of Killerton in the 1920s

As part of Heritage Open days we will be hosting and exhibition: The Aclands of Killerton in the 1920s.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Devon History Society explore the public service of Eleanor and Frances Acland in the 1920s.

The exhibition shows the way in which Eleanor and Frances Acland, who moved into Killerton House from Sprydoncote in 1923, made a major contribution to public life by their roles in politics and in championing causes such as the co-operative movement, rural housing, women’s health and the peace movement.

12-21 Sept daily, 10am -5pm in the engine house.

Entrance to the exhibition is free of charge. If you would like to explore the rest of the estate and the house, normal admission fess will apply.

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 01392881345

Suitability

Children are welcome and must be supervised at all times.

Meeting point

The exhibition in in the Engine House, at the entrance to Killerton in the main car park

What to bring and wear

The Engine House is at the entrance to Killerton, please dress for the weather.

Accessibility

Access is via a gravelled forecourt into the level building.

Other

This exhibition is run by Devon History Society.

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