Clavell Tower: A jewel on the South West Coast Path
Clavell Tower, near Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5PE
Built in 1830 for unknown purpose by John Richards Clavell, an elderly clergyman who inherited the Smedmore Estate on which it stands, Clavell Tower has captivated many, including writers like Hardy and P. D. James. The tower was in danger of falling off the crumbling cliff until the Landmark Trust carried out a dramatic rescue in 2007, dismantling it piece by piece and re-erecting it further back from the edge.
Despite a steep climb up from Kimmeridge Bay, Clavell Tower has been one of Landmark's most popular holiday lets ever since, with stunning views of the coastline. The South West Coastal Path runs past the door.
Free leaflets are provided on the building's history.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 10am-4pm
- Sunday 08 September:
- 10am-4pm
Location & directions
Clavell Tower, near Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5PE
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- Pre-booking preferred via the Landmark website
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.landmarktrust.org.uk/news-and-events/upcoming-events/clavell-open-day-24/
- Booking opens:
- 09 Jul 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 08 Sep 2024 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
Clavell Tower is on the Southwest Coast path. There is no parking in the village at all. The Smedmore Estate on whose land Clavell Tower stands has a parking area that costs £5 for the day and this gives access to the coastline and to the property. Once parked, Clavell Tower can only be reached on foot up a steep coastal path. Due to the layout and location of this building, it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.
