Built / Designed For: Sir John de Clevedon

House & Family History: Clevedon was built by Sir John de Clevedon, circa 1320, incorporating parts of a massive 13th century tower and Great Hall. Though the House was altered and added to during the Elizabethan period, much of the original building is still evident.

Collections: Clevedon contains many striking Eltonware pots and vases and a collection of Nailsea glass.

Garden & Outbuildings: There is a fine 18th century terraced garden.

John Bernard (J.B.) Burke, published under the title of A Visitation of the Seats and Arms of the Noblemen and Gentlemen of Great Britain and Ireland, among other titles: Vol. II, p. 218, 1853.

Country Life: CXVII, 1672 plan, 1955. CXVIII, 16, 1955.

House Listed: Grade I

Park Listed: Grade II

Current Seat / Home of: Elton family; here since 1709.

Past Seat / Home of: Sir John de Clevedon, 14th century.

Current Ownership Type: The National Trust

Primary Current Ownership Use: Visitor Attraction

House Open to Public: Yes

Phone: 01275-872-257

Fax: 08714-339-294

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Historic Houses Member: No