• The Pickwick Papers – Open Air Theatre

    Clovelly Court Clovelly Court, Clovelly, Devon, United Kingdom

    Open air theatre returns to Clovelly in 2026! Rain or Shine Theatre presents The Pickwick Papers Follow the adventures of Samuel Pickwick and his three companions as they travel through South East England getting into mischief and embarrassing scrapes! This Dickens tale is a hilarious and light-hearted story which will be a great start to […]

  • The Return of the Native – Open Air Theatre

    Clovelly Court Clovelly Court, Clovelly, Devon, United Kingdom

    Hotbuckle Productions presents The Return of the Native, adapted from the novel by Thomas Hardy This story is set on desolate Edgon Health in Wessex, and follows the marriage between Clym Yeobright and Eustacia Vye. Eustacia's desire to escape Egdon Health results in tragedy after a romance between her and her former lover is reignited. […]

  • Comedy of Errors – Open Air Theatre

    Clovelly Clovelly Village, Bideford, Devon

    Festival Players present Comedy of Errors Shakespeare's tale of identical twins separated at birth but end up in the same city is a joyful story of adventure, mistaken identity and family reunions. This performance will take place on the terraces by Clovelly Court Gardens, with the stunning backdrop of Bideford Bay and the Clovelly Estate. […]

  • Maritime Festival

    Clovelly Harbour The Quay, Clovelly, Bideford, Devon, United Kingdom

    Join us for a fantastic day at Clovelly's Maritime Festival. Enjoy workshops, kids face-fainting and browse a variety of stalls offering delicious food and unique event-themed arts and crafts. Make it extra special by dressing up! Under-16s in maritime-themed fancy dress receive free entry. Music and entertainment Amanita Grove Rakes Adrift The Hoodoo Man Mariners […]

  • The (Almost) Complete History of Britain – Open Air Theatre

    Clovelly Court Clovelly Court, Clovelly, Devon, United Kingdom

    The fourth of our open air theatre shows at Clovelly for 2026! The Pantaloons present The (Almost) Complete History of Britain This satirical show hilariously condenses British history, highlighting quirky figures and absurdities in a silly summary of key historical events such as Norman conquests and the Spanish Armada! This performance will take place on the […]

  • Woolsery Agricultural Show

    Clovelly Clovelly Village, Bideford, Devon

    The Woolsery Agricultural Show is a cherished highlight of summer in Clovelly. This ever-popular event is packed with fun and a full programme of activities to delight visitors of all ages. Enjoy a variety of classes showcasing crafts, cattle, sheep, and exciting horse and pony competitions. Browse bustling trade stalls featuring locally crafted goods and […]

  • Lifeboat Day

    Clovelly Clovelly Village, Bideford, Devon

    A day full of family fun and action with food and drink, music and lifeboat operational displays, all organised and in aid of the RNLI and the wonderful work they do! Come along! Watch the https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ciWQu1gpqW0 (in place with Maritime Weekend too), filmed and edited by Miles Trevelyan-Johnson

  • Widdershins – Open Air Theatre

    Clovelly Court Clovelly Court, Clovelly, Devon, United Kingdom

    David Mynne presents Widdershins by Carl Grose Welcome to Widdershins: a long-forgotten village buried deep in a dark, wild corner of Cornwall. Here, Bob Droll (local raconteur, folklore enthusiast and village-hall caretaker) will take you on a tour of a place where mystery lurks about every corner. You won’t believe the shocking tales of poor “Pity […]

  • Sword In The Stone – Open Air Theatre

    Clovelly Court Clovelly Court, Clovelly, Devon, United Kingdom

    The final of our four open air theatre shows at Clovelly for 2026! Cambridge Touring Productions present Sword In The Stone A legendary story of a magical sword embedded in a stone claiming that only the true king could pull it from the stone. After the King of Britain dies leaving no heir, great knights […]

  • Gig Regatta

    Clovelly Harbour The Quay, Clovelly, Bideford, Devon, United Kingdom

    Experience the excitement of the Clovelly Gig Regatta, where Devon and Cornwall's top gig rowing teams compete in a thrilling day of racing. Pilot gigs, originally designed for the competitive world of 18th- and 19th-century pilotage, are fast, seaworthy boats built for speed and endurance. Crews race at up to 9 knots through North Devon’s […]