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Francis Kilvert
The Society was set up in 1948 to keep alive an interest in Francis Kilvert's diaries and the countryside he loved.
Francis Kilvert was a Victorian country parson and kept a diary from 1870 to 1879. He lived in Clyro, Radnorshire, and began keeping a journal about his day to day activities. He also served under his father, Revd. Robert Kilvert, in Langley Burrell, Wiltshire; was vicar of St Harmon's near Rhayader and, finally, vicar of Bredwardine, Herefordshire. The diaries are considered to be a minor classic and of significant social historical value.
The Society has the opportunity to meet several times a year, the highlight of which is the Annual General Meeting. This is now celebrated as a weekend affair with seminars, walks and lots of nice food! Members from all over the world travel to Hereford to join fellow 'Kilvertians' in their various exploits.
A journal is published twice a year and there are various books available about Kilvert and his walks in the countryside - many of which are walked by the society members on their outings.
For further details about the society, contact the Hon.Secretary-
Mr A Brimson,30,Bromley Heath Ave.,Downend,Bristol.BS16 6JP. |
