The Angels Wings

The Angels Wings is a Grade II listed seat with a canopy, located in Clovelly Court Park. The structure dates back to 1826, with restoration work completed in 1934 by Boon Bros. Boatbuilders of Northam. It is made of wood and features a pyramidal shingled roof that is bellcast, with lead flashing at the angles and apex, topped by a large stone ball finial. The seat is square in plan and has a central tapering square pillar adorned with floral carvings on each face. At the base of the pillar is a slatted wooden bench, and the roof is primarily supported by four large curving struts carved to resemble angel wings, with additional uncarved cusped struts above. The soffit of the structure displays carved angel busts in relief.

The Angels Wings is situated on the edge of the cliffs, offering wide views out to sea. It is an unusual romantic structure that forms part of the landscaped park created by Sir James Hamlyn in the late 18th century to early 19th century around Clovelly Court.