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
Contact Us and Travel Information
For Visitor enquiries
Tel: 01237 431781
Email: [email protected]
Clovelly Visitor Centre, near Bideford,
Devon EX39 5TA
For Red Lion enquiries
Tel: 01237 431237
Email: [email protected]
Red Lion Hotel, The Quay, Clovelly,
Devon EX39 5TF
For Estate enquiries
Tel: 01237 431200
Clovelly Estate Office, EX39 5SY
For Media and Press Enquires
Email: [email protected]
Directions
Clovelly is just off the A39, 10 miles west of Bideford. Exit the M5 at Junction 27. Nearest train station is Barnstaple. Buses run from Barnstaple and Bideford to Clovelly.
Please note that the High Street in Clovelly is steep and can be slippery – so do wear sensible footwear. The street is not suitable for wheelchairs, however the Visitor Centre, donkey stables, craft workshops and Mount Pleasant are all wheelchair accessible and make an enjoyable outing in themselves. Dogs are welcome on leads.
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