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 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
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
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 Herring Festival always falls in November. It’s the time of year when our historic village celebrates the coming of the great “Silver Darlings”, better known as Herring. We celebrate and promote this tasty, nutritious fish whilst supporting sustainable fishing. The Maritime historian and writer, Mike Smylie, attends with his “Kipperland” exhibition, which is devoted […]
See the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before. Explore our historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air. We’ll be serving mulled wine and hot […]
See the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before. Explore our historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air. We’ll be serving mulled wine and hot […]
See the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before. Explore our historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air. We’ll be serving mulled wine and hot […]
The Christmas lights turn on is a magical time in Clovelly. Starting at 4 pm in the afternoon, a local brass band leads the procession down to the harbour, with […]
See the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before. Explore our historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air. We’ll be serving mulled wine and hot […]
See the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before. Explore our historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air. We’ll be serving mulled wine and hot […]
See the Clovelly Court Gardens like never before. Explore our historic gardens after dark as twinkling lights and seasonal cheer fills the air. We’ll be serving mulled wine and hot […]
With FREE entrance into the village all day, it should make the perfect follow-up to your Christmas Day with all your family and friends. Enjoy a BBQ with live music […]
The Red Lion are hosting a New Year's party to kick-start 2025 with a bang. Expect fireworks, music, fancy dress and an optional murder mystery experience. You’ll find it a […]
Lentsherd (pronounced ‘Lanshard’) is an old Clovelly Shrove Tuesday custom. Historically the aim is to chase bad spirits away and drive the devil into the sea before Lent. This has […]
Children receive a village map on entry to Clovelly. This is to mark the location of a number of Easter chicks perched up and down the cobbled High Street to […]
