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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 from: Amanita Grove Rakes Adrift The Hoodoo Man  Mariners Away

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 delicious food. It’s a fantastic way to spend a summer’s day, all while supporting local charities. A separate admission charge applies.

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!

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 tidal waters, showcasing the skill and power that make gig rowing so exhilarating. Come cheer on the teams and enjoy a day of intense competition and fun for all! Standard admission charges apply.

In aid of The National Lobster Hatchery. Join us for a day of delicious seafood, family-friendly fun and live music from talented local bands. Enjoy the entertainment and plenty of kids activities, including free kids face painting and crafts. Sample the amazing food from the Red Lion Lobster Shack BBQ and Rem Rossi’s dressed crab. There’s something for everyone, making it a perfect day out for all ages. Music and Entertainment from: Jacob Terry Acoustic Bryony Faye Ian Kevern Rhia Murgatroyd Littleham Howlers

Clovelly Herring Festival always falls in November, so 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. Herring, an oily fish, whether fresh or smoked, is an excellent source of some great health benefits, such as low mercury and high protein content. Herring contains many key nutrients, such as Omega-3 fatty acids (apparently giving good effects on brain, eyes, heart and muscle function) and other nutritional benefits with so many vitamins, including Selenium, etc. The Maritime historian and writer, Mike Smylie, attends with his “Kipperland” exhibition, which is devoted to the history of all things herring. Mike also turns the herring into delicate-tasting kippers and bloaters in his smokehouse for sale. On the quay, there will be a variety of delicious herring specialities along with natural fibre, local food and craft stalls. Throughout the day there will be live music, free kids face-painting, and children’s activities. Music and Entertainment from: Two Bit Troubadours Bodstone Boys Tamsin Ball Dan Britton Trio Littleham Howlers

Celebrate the festive season with the enchanting tradition of our RNLI’s Christmas Lights switch on. The village comes alive with holiday spirit as a local brass band leads a joyful procession down to the harbour, accompanied by the singing of festive carols. At the harbour and Lifeboat Station, you’ll find delicious treats, and Christmas grog, along with other refreshments to keep you warm and merry. Keep an eye out for a special visit from Father Christmas himself. The festivities continue with a heartwarming carol service, after which the village and harbour are illuminated in a breathtaking display of Christmas lights—a truly unforgettable sight! For a perfect end to the evening, enjoy a bite to eat or a cosy drink at the Snug or at the New Inn. All proceeds go to support the lifesaving work of Clovelly RNLI. Any questions please call the Lifeboat Station on 01237 431828.

Boxing Day Barbecue should make the perfect follow-up to Christmas day for all your family and friends. With FREE entrance to Clovelly village all day, take a walk along the estate or explore the village in the morning. Then come on down to the quay to enjoy a lunch barbecue starting at midday with live music running from 1pm to 3 pm. The Red Lion serves some great mulled cider and delicious, hot chocolate drinks. There will be a Land Rover available to take you back up if you do not wish to walk.

Discover the breath-taking natural beauty neighbouring Boringdon Hall through textures and motifs from the surrounding Moor to inspire your textured art painting. From the intricate patterns of leaves to the labyrinthine root systems, verdant ferns, tranquil wetlands, and meandering waterways. What to expect 10am: Meet at Plymbridge Woods for a guided nature connection walk with Kate from The Cornish Explorer 11am: Head back to the hotel for refreshment break 12pm - 2pm: 'Textures of the Moors' an abstract landscape painting workshop with renowned artist Gemma Lessinger Date Saturday 27th June 2026 Time Time: 10am - 2pm Price £100 per person

Our popular Murder Mystery evenings include a three-course meal alongside an evening of wicked entertainment from the Candlelight Theatre Company. Dates - Friday 24th April 2026 - 'Secrets of the Titanic' - Friday 29th May 2026 - 'Dead men tell no tales' - Friday 26th June 2026 - 'Murder at the Society Wedding' - Friday 25th September 2026 - 'Murder in the Old West' - Friday 30th October 2026 - 'Capone’s' - Saturday 28th November 2026 - 'The Gilded Christmas Dinner' - Saturday 5th December 2026 - 'The Gilded Christmas Dinner' - Saturday 12th December 2026 - 'The Gilded Christmas Dinner' - Saturday 19th December 2026 - 'The Gilded Christmas Dinner'

Join Ed Drewitt, our naturalist, who will take you on a fascinating hunt for varieties of bats, deer, badgers, foxes, voles, mice, hedgehogs and wild boar. Tickets are £60 each and include a charcuterie board & glass of wine before or after the safari. Please ote that start time and end times will vary throughout the year.

This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and to create memories through words, sketches and doodles whilst your small group is expertly guided. If you haven’t yet come across it, nature journaling is the practice of journaling whilst you immerse yourself in nature. It is a practice which really encourages you to slow down and be more mindful about what you see, hear and experience rather than grabbing a phone or camera. These walks are from 10am for two to two and a half hours. You will then return to the hotel for a three course Sunday Lunch. We recommend you bring a folding chair or stool.

Join star storyteller Jim Bell for a unique outdoor experience, exploring the universe through the beautifully dark night skies of the Forest of Dean. From our hilltop vantage point in the grounds of Tudor Farmhouse, you’ll observe stars, constellations and planets, and discover the fascinating science and stories behind them. Your guide Jim has more than ten years of experience as a presenter for Explorer Dome, helping people of all ages to experience the true awe and wonder of the universe. Of course, with the magic of the night sky comes the risk of cloud cover spoiling the view – happily, Jim also brings with him his own portable planetarium, so you can be sure that you will see the stars whatever the weather! You will be provided with a pair of binoculars for observing, but please also bring warm layers and boots or robust walking shoes. The experience lasts approximately two hours and starts at between 6.30pm and 8pm depending on the time of year.

Step into a night of intrigue at Budock Vean. Enjoy a delicious dinner with a side of suspense as you uncover clues and solve the mystery in our whodunnit evenings. Friday 5th June - The Flamingo Club Murder Friday 30th October - Murder at the Showbiz Party