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Lentsherd

An event in February in Devon
Clovelly village
Clovelly
Event begins: 30th November -0001
Lentsherd ends on 28th February 2017
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Free entry after 4.30 p.m.

Lentsherd (pronounced ‘Lanshard’) is an old Clovelly Shrove Tuesday custom, and the aim is to chase bad spirits away and drive the devil into the sea before Lent. At dusk children set off Down-a-long, dragging clattering tin cans, which are then tied together and thrown into the sea (later retrieved). Children taking part will receive a free pancake to decorate with toppings.

Visitor Centre: 01237 431781
(free entry after 4:30 pm)

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