Castles · South Wales
Clevedon
In or near Kenn.
Clevedon — a castle in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Yatton · 5.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Clevedon is a castle in wales-south, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
Clevedon is a charming seaside resort located on the River Severn, known for its stunning views towards South Wales. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks and a vibrant mix of shops and restaurants, making it a delightful destination for relaxation and exploration.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Severn Estuary
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Clevedon is a castle located in South Wales. It is known for its historical significance and architectural features. The structure reflects the region's medieval heritage.
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Background
History
The name derives from the Old English cleve meaning "cleave" or "cleft" and don meaning "hill". Wain's Hill is an univallate Iron Age hill fort approximately 1 mi south-west of Clevedon. The hill fort is defined by a steep, natural slope from the south and north with two ramparts to the east. The 1086 Domesday Book mentions Clevedon as a holding of a tenant-in-chief by the name of Mathew of Mortaigne, with eight villagers and ten smallholders. Later, the parish of Clevedon formed part of the Portbury Hundred. Two small rivers, the Land Yeo and Middle Yeo, supported at least two mills. The Tuck Mills stood in the fields south of Clevedon Court and were used for fulling cloth; other mills…
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- Coordinates
- 51.4380, -2.8540
- District
- North Somerset
- Parish
- Clevedon
- Postcode
- BS21 7TJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Somerset
- Phone
- 01934 888 888
- Nearest railway station
- Yatton — 5.5 km
- Official site
- clevedon.gov.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Clevedon (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
Clock Tower
Memorials & monuments · 0.2 km
Curzon Community Cinema
Theatres · 0.3 km
Teatro Lounge
Restaurants · 0.3 km
Theatre Shop
Theatres · 0.3 km
Saint Andrews Infants School
Historic churches · 0.4 km
Junior Poon
Restaurants · 0.5 km
The Clevedon Distillery
Distilleries · 0.6 km
Clevedon Pier Shop
Museums · 0.6 km
Five The Beach
Cafés · 0.6 km
ROC Post Clevedon
Historic houses · 0.6 km
Dial Hill
Mountains & hills · 0.6 km
Dial Hill
Mountains & hills · 0.6 km
Nearby
📷 3Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Clock Tower
Clock Tower is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
📷 4Theatres · South Wales
Curzon Community Cinema
Curzon Community Cinema in Wales South, United Kingdom.
📷 7Restaurants · South Wales
Teatro Lounge
Teatro Lounge — a restaurant in wales south.
📷 4Theatres · South Wales
Theatre Shop
Theatre Shop is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · South Wales
Saint Andrews Infants School
Saint Andrews Infants School — a school heritage in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 5Where to eat & stay near Clevedon
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · South Wales
Colehouse Farm Caravan Park
Colehouse Farm Caravan Park — a caravan park in wales south.
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📷 5Campsites · South Wales
Bullock Farm Camping
Bullock Farm Camping — a campsite in wales south.
📷 5📷 5Campsites · South Wales
Cranmoor Campsite
Cranmoor Campsite — a campsite in wales south.
📷 5Campsites · South Wales
Glenny Wood Scout Camp Site
Glenny Wood Scout Camp Site — a campsite in wales south.
Places to eat & drink
📷 7Restaurants · South Wales
Teatro Lounge
Teatro Lounge — a restaurant in wales south.
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📷 5Historic pubs · South Wales
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Clevedon?
- Clevedon is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode BS21 7TJ), in the parish of Clevedon.
- What is Clevedon?
- Clevedon — a castle in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Clevedon?
- The nearest railway station is Yatton, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode BS21 7TJ.
- Is Clevedon a protected site?
- Yes — Clevedon is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Severn Estuary Ramsar wetland.
- Does Clevedon charge admission?
- Clevedon typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Clevedon?
- The nearest railway station is Yatton, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BS21 7TJ.