Visiting Clovelly
Clovelly is a beautiful, picturesque fishing village, steeped in maritime atmosphere and history. It was once owned by the Queen of England!
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The Red Lion Hotel is an 18th Century 4-star Inn that stands on the quay alongside Clovelly’s ancient harbour in North Devon. Each of its 17 beautifully decorated rooms boast a sea view.
To wake up to the sights and sounds of Clovelly’s ancient fishing harbour and the sounds of the sea at the Red Lion Hotel is a unique and unforgettable experience.
The Red Lion
Clovelly Court Gardens
Clovelly Court Gardens are a must see whilst visiting the famous village. Plants thrive in this sheltered sunny corner of North Devon, which has the added benefit of the warmth the Gulf Stream brings.
You’ll find neat, carefully tended gardens and beautifully restored Victorian greenhouses within its old walls. The incredible variety of fruits & vegetables grown here supply the Red Lion Hotel. You can even take some home with you!
Clovelly Court Gardens
Clovelly activities & shops
Check out our shops, galleries and museums. Try your hand at our arts & crafts workshops, charter a boat for a fishing trip or take a stroll along the beautiful cliffs, beaches and through the village. The choice is yours in Clovelly!
Things To Do
History of Clovelly
Originally the estate was owned by William the Conqueror, King of England, gifted to his wife and then had many royal associations until 1242 when first acquired by the Giffard family. Until the middle of the 19th century Clovelly was unknown to the outside world. It was partly as a result of Charles Kingsley’s ‘Westward Ho!’, set in and around the village, that visitors began to come.
History of Clovelly
The Red Lion, located in Clovelly, is one of the go-to places to stay when visiting the small picturesque village. The hotel is an 18th Century 4-star Inn that stands on the quay alongside Clovelly’s ancient harbour in North Devon. Each of its 17 beautifully decorated rooms boast a sea view.
Over the past 6 months, the Red Lion has been undergoing a renovation that has given the rooms a complete transformation, inspired by the beautiful surroundings of the harbour, whilst maintaining a classic style.
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The new look includes features such as…
A new Outdoor Terrace Bar for guests to soak up the ambience of the quay
Fully renovated rooms and bathrooms, painted using high quality materials from Farrow & Ball
Smart TVs in every room
Beautiful ocean-inspired ceramics from Tom Rooth
Sustainable design features throughout
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The Red Lion will be up and running from Friday, the 1st of April, ready to welcome guests that wish to experience luxury while enjoying beautiful views of the harbour.
Follow this link to learn more about the hotel and book a room.
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