The Aveton Gifford Parish Project Group was set up in 1991 to make a pictorial and written record of the parish, foster interest in it and to conduct and support local projects.

Many activities have been undertaken, ranging from “beating the bounds” to exhibitions and talks. A collection of local photographs has been formed, over 700 of which have been digitalised and stored on computer. Many publications have been produced and these are listed below.

The names recorded on all the extant memorial stones in St. Andrew’s churchyard have been listed and copies in both alphabetical and numerical order placed in the church for the convenience of people seeking the graves of their ancestors (See the alphabetical list on this web-site). A copy has also been placed in the Cookworthy Museum in Kingsbridge.

A shelter has been provided for the parish stocks, which are displayed in front of the village school with the permission of the governors. A framed map of the footpaths of the parish hangs in the memorial hall.

The Group is currently working on a project to make the tithe map of 1842 accessible to interested parties.

The Project Group was able to make a donation of £2,000 towards re-establishing a post office store in the village and smaller donations have been made to other projects from time to time.

For more information and details about how you can join this group please contact Ken Doughty on 01548 550225 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Publications

The Parish Map. A colourful pictorial record of places and events. £3.00

Aveton Gifford: a heritage. A 164 page paperback book whose chapters cover: history, the River Avon, wild life, parish roads, church and chapel, the school, people, health & welfare, time of war, law & order, and groups and activities. £9.00

Making Tracks: a guide to 14 miles of parish public rights of way, with O.S map £2.00

The Day the Bombs fell on Aveton Gifford. The bombing of the village by seven Focke Wulf fighter-bombers on Tuesday 26th January 1943 and the aftermath. £ 1.50

The Bombing of Aveton Gifford: eye-witness accounts. Includes the Luftwaffe and RAF reports. £1.50

Self Guided Walks: Village Trail & Church Guide. Folded leaflet. 40p

Tidal Road and Dukes Mill. Folded leaflet 40p