Clevedon Town
Clevedon Court: On route B3130, this once fortified manor house has been the home of the Elton family since 1709. It contains the Elton Ware pottery collection and a display of Nailsea glass. Now owned by the National Trust, it is open to the public on certain days of the week during the summer months. Clevedon Court, Tickenham Rd, Clevedon. Tel: 872257
Clevedon Heritage walks, there are two walks: 1. Beach, pier and conservation area 2. St Andrew's Church & Poets Walk for more information click here to visit there website www.somersetcoast.com
Church of St. Andrew's the 12th century parish church, approached from Old Church Road. Many of its medieval features have survived numerous restorations; built on Celtic foundations it stands high on the headland overlooking the Channel.
Poets walk: Approached from the promenade this coastal path named after the poets with Clevedon associations, leads to the parish church and over Wain's Hill with lovely panoramic views taking in the Welsh mountains.
Clevedon Pier & the Toll House: As early as 1829, plans were put forward for the building of the elegantly designed Pier in Clevedon. Clevedon Pier is the first pier built on mathematical principles to cope with the second highest rise of tide in the world. The Pier also has the distinction of being opened three times; when newly built in 1869; with a new Pier head in 1894; and in 1989 after 20 years of dereliction. Steamers once again use the Pier for sailings up and down the Channel, thanks to hard-working preservationists. Grants were obtained from the Heritage Lottery Fund and North Somerset Council to complete the works to the landing stage and reinstall the end of pier buildings. The Toll House, The Beach, Clevedon. Tel: 878846
Ladye Bay: This secluded cove much loved by summer visitors is approached by the coastal path beyond the Pier known as Lovers' Walk, or by steps leading down from Bay Road.
Village Hall: In Old Street, the Hall was built in 1868 as a Charitable Trust. It is still the Council meeting chamber of the Clevedon Town Council.
Council House: The Council offices have moved to the premises which used to be St Andrews School- renamed The Council House - which is situated a bit further along Old Street. When refurbished, this will replace the Village Hall as the meeting place of the Town Council.
The Old Market: Opened in 1869 in Alexandra Road, the unique pagoda-like structure was built to satisfy the need of the town for a market where the produce of the farmers and market gardeners could be bought and sold. After falling into disrepair it has been restored and today the property is now under review for new development.
Walton Castle: A 17th Century hunting lodge, one of the landmarks of Clevedon on the hill top overlooking the golf course, was for a long time just a ruin, now it is a family home having been restored with meticulous care to resemble the original.
Craft Centre: This centre comprises twelve studios in which crafts are carried out. The Centre is situated off Court Lane. The ancient art of pottery throwing still continues in the area close to the Craft Centre. Clevedon Craft Centre, Moor Lane, Clevedon. Tel: 342114
Heritage Centre an exhibition illustrating the history of the town in words and pictures to stimulate interest in its past for visitors and residents and as an educational resource for children. Clevedon Heritage, 4 The Beach, Clevedon. Tel: 341196
Community Centre : The Community Hall in Princes Road provides excellent facilities for music and drama, also caters for private functions. The main building has several rooms available for casual bookings.
Parks and Gardens: These are situated at Alexandra Road, Herbert Road, Princes Road and Pier Copse off The Beach and opposite the Pier. Pier Copse also has a garden for the blind.
Shopping Areas: Clevedon has two main shopping areas. These are situated in and around; Hill Road area and The Triangle. There 2 major supermarkets outlets in the town; also there are many smaller local shops and post offices distributed throughout the town - Old Church Rd, West End & Six Ways. Souvenir shops, tearooms can be found off The Beach road and in the Salthouse Fields area.
Business Centres: There are a great many businesses situated in Clevedon. The main business and trading estates are; Hither Green just off the motorway on Northern Way, the Tweed Road, Kimberley Road, Britannia Way and Concorde Business Park all off Strode Road and Clevedon Hall off Victoria Road, and there is a new area just off Kenn Road junction with Southern and Central Ways.
Farmers Market: Clevedon Farmers Market held every 4th Saturday of the month in Queen Square, The Triangle, Clevedon. For more information on trading please contact the Town Council on Tel. (01275) 877815.
People came to shop and support this new initiative in Clevedon, and it was soon apparent that all was going really well. It was good to be in such a happy atmosphere, to see Queen’Äôs Square thronging with people, with everyone chatting happily, and enjoying the occasion. There were stalls selling Vegetables, Cheese and Eggs, Organic Meat, Honey, Plants, a stall selling Willow products, and a W.I. stall full of delicious home-made cakes and goodies.
