'The History of the Colvend Coast', by John Gillespie, was first published in 2011. It covers the Napoleonic and Victorian periods and describes the social history of farming, schools, forestry, militia, shipbuilding, churches as well as granite quarries and migration. Hundreds of individuals are mentioned by name  and it contains a gazetteer of farms, homes and dwellings. The result of over thirty years research its 276 pages are full of photographs and historical information in print for the first time. This is only part of John's research into the history of Colvend which stretches back into the medieval period. A second volume covering the 17th and 18th centuries is  planned.

The original hardback edition sold out quickly but a new paperback edition is available at a cost of £10.00*. To order a copy please contact us through jamesgatherer@btinternet.com







*postage for 1st/2nd class Royal Mail Signed For delivery - £5.00                               * postage overseas Royal Mail  signed - up to  £20.00

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