Clevedon Pier is recognised as one of the finest Victorian Piers in the country and is Grade 1 listed. The pier pavilion sits at the far end, where you can enjoy a cream tea and absorb the spectacular views of the Welsh coast. On a rainy day, you can visit the independent Curzon Community Cinema and enjoy a film in the world’s oldest, continually running purpose-built cinema. The cinema’s unique architecture and interior design exude a bygone era of charm. For meals out, Clevedon’s wide variety of restaurants delivers quality food that will satisfy any foodie. In particular, several Italian restaurants along the front, such as Il Giardino, are recognised by locals as some of the finest in this corner of North Somerset.
Clevedon Craft Centre sits on the outskirts of the town and contains a group of studios and workshops housed in the outbuildings of a 17th-century Somerset farm. Each outbuilding has a different artist, from floral art to ceramic designs, and they are all happy to talk to visitors or create unique gifts and commissioned work. Apart from the studios, there are also several outbuildings converted to a countryside museum, restaurant and tearoom, making the craft centre ideal for a day trip.
Clevedon Court is one of the oldest manor houses in England, dating back to the 14th century. The house is now owned by the National Trust and is open to the public on certain days of the week. A striking display of Eltonware pottery made by the former owners and a fascinating collection of glass ornaments.
Weston-super-Mare is just a 15-minute drive from Clevedon. It is always a popular choice, with a delightful sandy beach and grand pier with rides and other seaside attractions, including Weston-super-Mare’s famous donkeys. The city of Bristol is also only a 30-minute drive from holiday cottages in Clevedon. It offers a vast amount of things to do, such as visiting Bristol Zoo, watching some theatre, the restored docks now home to Brunel’s SS Great Britain and the nearby Science Centre.
