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What's On Diary - 2010 Events
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Friday 2 April - Friday 9 Apri: The Fantastic Fudge Hunt, Clovelly,
Back by popular demand! Twenty fudge stones are hidden along the main street of the village. Track one down, take it to the fudge shop at the Visitor Centre and find out how much mouthwatering, creamy fudge you have won. Find stone number 20, and you win a whole kilo of luxurious fudge!
One stone redeemable per visiting family per day..
Saturday 29 May - Monday 31 May: Clovelly Celebration of Local Ales and Cider,
Come along to Clovelly for its special celebration of ales and ciders, where you can enjoy a range of local brews. Whether you're a committed ale and cider drinker or yet to be convinced, you'll find a tipple to suit your palate. So come along and raise a glass and support North Devon's brewers and cider makers.Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781
June 18-20 Goldcoast Oceanfest, Croyde. this year's headliners are English indie rock band The Magic Numbers Find out more at www.goldcoastoceanfest.co.uk
Sunday 18 July: Clovelly Maritime Festival, held in aid of the North Devon Hospice. There's something for everyone at the Clovelly Maritime Festival, held in aid of the North Devon Hospice. It's a day of traditional seaside entertainment, including shanty singers, fire-eating, juggling, Punch and Judy, a wench auction, and lots more. Enjoy delicious seafood or a succulent hog roast on the beach. The Old Gaffers Association will be coming along - they're devoted to the conservation of traditional sailing craft and our maritime heritage. Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781
Saturday 24 July: Lundy Gig Row
West Country pilot gigs were designed to carry pilots out to ships. The first one alongside won the pilotage job, so speed was critical. The row from Clovelly to Lundy and back is a true test of endurance over 32 miles of sea - it can take up to four hours, depending upon the weather and tides. So come along and support the brave crews! Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781
Monday 26 July: Woolsery Agricultural Show, Clovelly Court, held in aid of various charities. Summer in North Devon would not be complete without a visit to this country agricultural show. There are many classes for cattle, horses, and sheep, along with pony competitions. You'll find bustling trade and exhibition stands with stalls offering locally made crafts and foods. The children will be kept busy with fairground rides and a bouncy castle. A great summer day out for all the family! Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781.
Saturday 31 July - Sunday 1 August: Lifeboat Weekend, held in aid of the R.N.L.I. Keeping Clovelly's lifeboat on alert for emergencies round the clock takes effort and dedication. Held in aid of the RNLI, Clovelly's Lifeboat Weekend is a popular celebration of the lifeboat and her crew. To get the fun going on Saturday there's a sponsored swim to Bucks Mills and back. Sunday is packed with entertainments, including a hilarious race of men dressed as women, a tug-of-war and, of course, the ever popular slave auction in which young local men are 'sold' to the highest bidder to do their chores for a day. And there are stalls galore. Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781.
Saturday 7 August: Clovelly Gig Regatta. In the West Country we are proud of our long tradition of racing pilot gigs. The sport's popularity is hardly surprising - gig racing today is exciting, strenuous and often downright dangerous, with the crews reaching speeds of 9 knots in fast-flowing tidal waters. So come along and cheer on the rowers. It will be an exhilirating day's racing. Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781.
Sunday 5 September: Lobster & Crab Feast, in support of The National Lobster Hatchery. This popular event pays tribute to Clovelly's famous lobster and crabs. There's always a fun party atmosphere, so come along and enjoy a day of live folk music and theatre. And will you be able to resist the charms of the lobster hypnotist? There will be local craft and food stalls, a quay kitchen with cookery demonstrations, wine and beer tasting, and no shortage of entertainments for the children. And it's in aid of the National Lobster Hatchery at Padstow. Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781.
Sunday 21 November: Clovelly Herring Festival, In the 18th century, a hundred boats fished for the 'silver darlings' (herring) out of Clovelly. This Herring Festival is held in support of sustainable fishing by traditional methods and to celebrate the herring.Mike Smylie will be there with his popular 'Kipperland' exhibition, smoking delicious kippers and bloaters. Simon and Ann Cooper will be bringing along their curragh, making nets, and demonstrating flax processing and knitting. In addition, Jim MacCool, founder of National Poetry Month, will be performing his show of infectious verse and toe-tapping Celtic rhythms. Enjoy herring specialities, local cider and wine, shanty singing, a walk-about theatre and masses of stalls. Visit www.clovelly.co.uk for latest details or phone the Visitor Centre on 01237 431781.
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