Archaeology dig on the Killerton estate
More information

Exeter University Archaeological Dig at Killerton

The University of Exeter archaeology department are excavating a site close to Columbjohn Chapel on the Killerton estate. Visit the excavation site and discover what they have found.

The university team are hoping to locate the manor house at Columbjohn, purchased by Sir John Acland in 1580. The manor house was a significant location during the English Civil War, 1642-1649. Visit a trench; speak with students about their finds and learn about the significance of Columbjohn during the Civil War.

There will be an exhibition in the Engine House displaying the finds of the dig on 13 & 14 July. This forms part of the Council for British Archaeology’s Festival of Archaeology.

For more information on the archaeology dig.

View Attraction

Other Upcoming Events

Killerton House
04
Aug

Outdoor theatre: Illyria theatre – The Hound of the Baskervilles

An evening of mystery, intrigue and things that go woof in the night. Who killed Sir Charles Baskerville? Can anyone…

View Event
28
Aug

Outdoor theatre: Illyria theatre – The Adventures of Doctor Dolittle

When Dr John Dolittle of Puddleby-on-the-Marsh is taught by his wise old parrot Polynesia how to talk to animals, news…

View Event