The Rev. Bywaters was Rector of Willingham from 1937 until 1965. He took a great interest in church history generally and, of course, in the history of his own church in Willingham. In around 1963 he published a short document describing the church. Although more information has been uncovered since (such as the origin of the current roof prior to installation at Willingham in the 17th century), Bywaters' history provides a good description of the church and provides insights into its history.

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Note that Bywaters describes the church in 1962 although few changes have occurred since that time. Also note that the valuables he describes, such as the ancient chalices and the parish records, are no longer kept in the church.