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
Clovelly Court Gardens Christmas Illuminations
December 20 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Get into the festive spirit and see the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before. Explore our historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air at the Clovelly Court Gardens Christmas Illuminations!
Experience the magic of Christmas in the Clovelly Court Gardens Christmas Illuminations with magical lights throughout the gardens, wander around our Christmas stallholders, and enjoy a great selection of drinks (including mulled wine!) and hot food to keep you warm. We will have live music – to be announced soon!
Running from Friday 18th December to Sunday 20th December – it’s a great way to get into the Christmas spirit!
Tickets to go on sale in Autumn 2026!
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