5 March, 2020
Villages By The Sea Well worth viewing! Villages By The Sea was again broadcast by BBC1 on 5th March and available to view for a further 29 days. “Archaeologist Ben Robinson reveals the story of this Devon coastal gem’s transformation from fishing village to romantic Victorian seaside resort. Our coastal villages are often seen as remote places for retreat and relaxation. However, they have often been on the
29 February, 2020
Cockwells has been nominated for its two Classic Boat Awards. The Classic Boat Awards celebrate the best newly-built boats as well as the restorations in the ‘wonderful world of traditional vessels and the people who float them.’ Dave Cockwell: “We are delighted to have been shortlisted twice in this prestigious industry awards scheme and hope that the public will support us by voting for the Twin Cabin Duchy 35 as
23 February, 2020
Paul Hogan, the star of ‘Crocodile Dundee’, was filmed at Clovelly for the Fosters Beer advert more than 30 years ago. Tony Gussin, Chief Reporter of North Devon Gazette, has recently entered an interesting article to reminisce about this after speaking to several Clovelly fishermen who remembered the day. North Devon Gazette Clovelly has been used for countless TV adverts, films, dramas and shows for years, such as Treasure Island, Jeeves
5 December, 2019
Villages By The Sea (Linked to above and available for 29 days from 17-Dec). “Archaeologist Ben Robinson reveals the story of this Devon coastal gem’s transformation from fishing village to romantic Victorian seaside resort. Our coastal villages are often seen as remote places for retreat and relaxation. However, they have often been on the front line of history – from the arrival of Christianity to battles with neighbours and
8 November, 2019
Vivien Foster, Co-Founder and President of the Merchant Navy Association, was awarded an OBE by The Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace for her services to the Association. It was set up in 1989 to raise awareness of the commitment and sacrifice of merchant seafarers during war and conflict. Many congratulations – a proud day for Clovelly! https://www.instagram.com/p/B4ko1bZnHSJ/?igshid=bb67hkynqxbgz
4 November, 2019
GOOD NEWS!! We’ve received the following from the charity which rescued the poorly seal pup recently found in Clovelly Harbour: “The seal went to Penbode Vets for an overnight stay and now is in our holding unit in Cornwall waiting for a space in a rehab centre to become available. The seal is doing better and is making good progress. 🙂” The British Divers Marine Life Rescue.
28 October, 2019
A very poorly seal pup was washed up during high tide right outside Crazy Kate’s cottage and was rescued that evening. Needing treatment for a deep cut in its head, the seal pup showed signs of being an orphan and was taken urgently to a vet. Fingers crossed the pup makes it …
26 October, 2019
Photo taken by Ellie Jarvis. L-R: Quinton Davies, John Webber, Sadie Davies, Gary Readman, Simon de Burgh, The Hon. John Rous The formal presentation of the engraved Cyril Webber Cup to Sadie Davies took place on Clovelly’s Apple Day at the Red Lion Harbour Bar on 23rd October. Sadie was the first lady and only the fourth person to have achieved the formidable feat of completing the 15 mile swim from
14 October, 2019
Clovelly, described as a ‘lovelly’ English destination, secures third place as one of the UK’s ten most peaceful villages for a relaxing getaway.
14 October, 2019
Click on title above to view Ellie’s photos. We are delighted that Clovelly was selected as the location for a recent photoshoot over three days for a major clothing company. The campaign is due to launch in the New Year, and we’ll be sure to share more details then.
