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Clapton in Gordano Places Overview: History, Culture & Facts about Clapton in Gordano

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Clapton in Gordano history

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The name Gordano comes from Old English and is descriptive of the triangular shape of the whole valley from Clevedon to Portishead. Roman coin hoards have been discovered in Clapton. Coal was mined in the area in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Clapton in Gordano landmarks

The northern elevation dates from the 15th century with the rest of the building dating from the 17th and 19th centuries. In 2009 planning permission was gained to demolish some of the farm buildings and convert others into holiday homes and offices.

Clapton in Gordano geography / climate

Near the village is Clapton Moor, 40 hectares of grassland owned and managed by the Avon Wildlife Trust. The trust manages 40 hectares of grassland in the area.

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36 tourist, history, culture & geography spots

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Best Clapton in Gordano places to visit

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Clapton in Gordano has places to explore by foot, bike or bus. Below are a selection of the varied Clapton in Gordano’s destinations you can visit with additional content available at the Walkfo Clapton in Gordano’s information audio spots:

Portishead Town F.C. Portishead Town Football Club were founded in 1912. The men’s first team are currently members of the Western League Division One. The Ladies first team play in the South West Regional Women’s Football League Premier Division.

Nailsea Glassworks Nailsea Glassworks opened in 1788 and closed in 1873. The factory was excavated and preserved under sand before Tesco was built. The remaining structures have been designated as a scheduled monument.

Clapton Court Clapton Court is a Grade II listed building in Gordano within the English county of Somerset. Local lords of the manor, the Arthur family originally built on the site. It has been owned by many local gentry, but changed from mansion house to farmhouse.

Wraxall Court Parts of the original 1658 building were incorporated into the current building when it was erected around 1720. The house was extended in the 19th century by Thomas Upton. During World War II the house was used as a convalescent home by the Admiralty.

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