Whilton Local History

A lump of mud-caked stone has revealed a surprising history after its discovery in a field in Whilton. Its carved symbols are the key to a tale of Norman knights and crafty lawyers, adventurers and soldiers, emigrants and slave owners, courtiers and politicians, influential women, orphan children, secret love and Victorian patronage; all part of the saga of an ancient family.

This book was produced to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II and provides a snapshot of life in Whilton in words and photographs.

This is the story of Whilton's own VC winner from the 1st World War. Read of his bravery and heroism in this book by Anthea Hiscock.

Traditionally a farming village, with a pride in its church, Whilton is  now a diverse and thriving community and this book attempts to show its  history through photographs taken over the course of over 100 years.