Jock Kinneir born in Hampshire
Jock is born to Helen and Guy Kinneir in Aldershot, Hampshire. After their separation he is brought up by his paternal grandparents in Bexhill. He attends Tonbridge School in Kent.
Timeline
Review our chronological survey contextualising Jock Kinneir’s personal life, teaching and education, and design practice.
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World War II begins
At the beginning of WWII, Jock joins the British Army. He serves as a captain in North Africa, Italy, and Burma.
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Jock and Joan marry
Jock, 23, and Joan Lancaster marry in Eastbury, Berkshire.
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Living on a Landing Craft
The family of five live aboard the converted craft while plans of their first home are drawn up by Jock.
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Jock Kinneir retires to Oxfordshire
In his retirement, Jock and Joan live in ‘Hope House’ which he designed and had built in the quiet hamlet of Winderton, Oxfordshire. Here he focuses on family, his ancestry, gardening his …
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Jock Kinneir passes away
Jock passes away age 77, survived by his wife Joan and the families of his three children.