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
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Apple Day *CANCELLED*
September 14, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
*EVENT CANCELLED*
Apple Day
It is Apple Season – so we are holding our annual Apple Day with lots of lovely apple crafts and activities. On arrival at Clovelly you will see apple pressing by Gatcombe valley outside the Visitor Centre, so please do bring a bag of apples. Watch them being pressed and taste the fresh juice. Or if you wish, you can bring more for pasteurisation and bottling for which there will be a small charge per 75 cl bottle.
And if you should walk down the village afterwards, the Red Lion at the harbour is stocking a selection of 10 different ciders – Thatcher’s/Lilley’s and Sandford Orchards. On sale for £2.50 half a pint or a flight of five for £10.00.
Crafts and and activities
On entry to Clovelly (free for children under 7 years old), you will find the Apple Day crafts and activities in the Visitor Centre from 11:00-16:00. The round shape of the apple with the great reds and greens makes the apple a perfect base for creating art. So children can enjoy crafts with Artycrafts who will also do a spinning wheel yarn demonstration as well as showing the fleece before it is carded and spun with some finished products for sale. Also visit Sciencedipity to make your own apple scented bath bombs to take home.
There will also be live music, apple bobbing, apple stamping and making corn dollies.
Close encounters with South West Animal Services. Chris Johnson
Animal encounters give people the opportunity to get up close and put their hands on many wonderful animals alongside Chris, who has worked with animals most of his life and is passionate about them.
Farmers market
There will be a small farmers market, including a pick of pumpkins, vegetables, herbs, cider and apple brandy among other stalls. Merry Harriers Garden Centre will also have some of their interesting products on display. Clovelly Cafeteria will be serving apple dishes and Clovelly Fudge kiosk selling cider fudge on the day too.
Harvest Hunt, Garden Tour and Cookery demonstrations
At 13:00 pm, families can take part in a fun Harvest Hunt with the Clovelly Tour Guide, who will take you down around the craftyard and Mount Pleasant. Listen to the spooky stories and look for clues to win a harvest treat back at the Visitor Centre. Please book your place on arrival as spaces are limited.
Again this year, our Head Gardener, will offer a Clovelly Court Garden tour at 11:30.
Then don’t miss our cooking demonstrations with Felicity Sylvester for Apple Cake, Apple Dumplings and Mackerel with Apple Paté at 11:00 and at 14:00.
Timings
Apple pressing: 11:00-13:00; Apple day activities: 11:00 – 16:00; Harvest Hunt 13:00-14:00;
Clovelly Court Garden Tour: 11:30-12:30; Cookery Demonstrations: 11:00 and 14:00
Animal Encounters: 11:00-14:00
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