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You’ll find Bovey Tracey perched on the edge of dramatic Dartmoor National Park, and an ideal base if you want to explore the outstanding natural landscape of South Devon and the moorlands. Known as the gateway to Dartmoor, Bovey Tracey is a charming and historic place to stay, with a strong rural heritage.
Bovey Tracey is a beautiful and welcoming town where the winding streets and picturesque parks provide the perfect environment to relax in. Home to many restaurants, bars, coffee shops and attractions, Bovey Tracey is the ideal place to unwind.
For retail, Bovey Tracey is typical of the strong tradition of towns in Devon offering a range of quality independent retailers, with delicatessens, high-class butchers, farm produce, and fair-trade shops.
History of Bovey Tracey
Taking its name from the river Bovey, the town is an established Saxon settlement, with its second name coming from the de Tracey family who ruled the area after the Norman Conquest. Bovey Tracey was the scene of a major battle during the English Civil War, which ended in victory for Cromwell’s troops. Their names live on today with the Cromwell Arms pub and a ruined priory arch also named after Cromwell.
Things to do in Bovey Tracey
With the wild and imposing Haytor as a backdrop, Bovey Tracey is ideal for exploring the Tors of Dartmoor. There’s a range of outdoor sports for adrenaline junkies, including climbing, canoeing and walking. Dartmoor is one of the UK’s National Parks and covers 358 square miles. A place of myth, history and natural beauty, with many antiquities and natural wonders, you can easily access everything that Dartmoor has to offer from Bovey Tracey.
Something a little different
MAKE Southwest is an acclaimed exhibition space for contemporary craft and design as well as a leading charity for craft education. In the historic Riverside Mill in the heart of the town, MAKE Southwest is home to 3 exhibition galleries, a large retail gallery and an event space which hosts a range of workshops and courses. You can even bring your pooch to enjoy the art as MAKE Southwest galleries are dog friendly! The House of Marbles in Bovey Tracey is a great family attraction where you can visit the glass, games, marble and pottery museums.
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Hennock
High above the Teign Valley at 800 feet stands Hennock. Quiet and peaceful, this small village clusters around its shop, church and pub and lies close to the beauty spots of the Kennick and Tottiford reservoirs.
Bovey Tracey
Join Pom Stitch Tassel for a Spook-tacular half term of crafty fun! We are running 5 unique craft and sewing workshops for children age 4 and above. From beginners sewing to embroidery to tassel making, there's lot's of fun to be had! We hope you…
Bovey Tracey
Join us for our third and final craft workshop of the summer holidays on Friday 27th August 10am - 12pm.
Create your own Pom Pom Tropics banner, the perfect summer vibe workshop!
This workshop is aimed at children age 5 - 17. Unfortunately we…
Lustleigh
Dartmoor is one of the most beautiful places in the UK with not many roads but plenty of wild food and clean growing environments for the freshest tasting plants we find anywhere.
We will meet at The Cleave Inn in Lustleigh at 12pm. The course…
Newton Abbot
Join Great British Sewing Bee finalist Tony R at Ilsington Village Hall, Tuesday 21st May!
Tony will be talking about his love of sewing & sharing memories of his time on the iconic TV show.
He'll also be showing some of his amazing garments.
We'll…
North Bovey
Langaland is a family-friendly music and arts festival now in its 3rd year! Featuring more than 50 local artists alongside some of the best food and drink in the county, this is one not to miss!
Bovey Tracey, Nr Newton Abbot
Inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, the resident chefs at The Pottery By Night Restaurant have created a tasty three-course menu with all the flavours of an overseas trip.
The menu incorporates many specialities from various cultures and countries,…
Manaton, Newton Abbot
Village monthly produce market . Local produce for sale and locally made hand made gifts. Tea and coffee available.
83 Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
Join us for our February half term craft workshop on Friday 25th February 2022 10am - 12pm in our Bovey studio.
Create a Pom Pom Heart Wall hanger.
This craft workshop is for children age 5-17.
All materials and equipment supplied for the…
Newton Abbot
The world-famous Brodsky Quartet has a special relationship with Bovey Tracey having appeared at the first Nourish Festival in 2014 and on two more occasions since. This year they return for a special one-off appearance at St Peter, St Paul & St…
Bovey Tracey
This Easter at House of Marbles, a Pirate-themed adventure awaits!
Each gallant little pirate will be grandly rewarded for their daring exploits with a scrumptious chocolate egg, at the end of the treasure hunt for the Gold Eggs.
There is also a…
Bovey Tracey
Santa and his jolly band of Elves will be eagerly awaiting your visit at House of Marbles this Christmas!
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Every ticket holder is granted an exclusive invitation to meet none other than Father Christmas himself, in a moment that…
Bovey Tracey
Indulge in the annual tradition of glassmaking at Teign Valley Glass Studio, and infuse your festive season with a touch of magic by crafting your very own handmade bauble. This special workshop offers the perfect opportunity to create cherished…
Bovey Tracey
Our tasting menu with wines is a perfect pairing of multiple courses in a menu designed to accentuate the very best of the seasonal local produce on offer from our producers. This night is all about celebrating the harmonious marriage of food and…
Wingstone Manor Farm, Manaton, Manaton
Annual Plant Sale, Cream Teas and Bric a Brac. masses of plants, delicious home made cakes and scones and a large selection of vintage and unusual Bric a Brac. Free Parking . Indoor / under cover event if weather's not good.
North Bovey
You are invited to join us for our 'Celebration of Culture' cooked by our special guest, Abhijit Dasalkar, Head Chef at The Greenway Hotel. Discover his delicious dishes and colourful cooking.
You will be welcomed with Indian street food and…
Bovey Tracey
Thursday 26th July
Ice Cream Pom Pom Garland
10am- 12pm
Friday 10th August
Unicorn Pom Pom Headband
10am - 12pm
£12.00 for one child / £20.00 for two children per workshop
PRE-BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL
PLEASE CONTACT emma@pomstitchtassel.com to book…
Bovey Tracey
Craft Festival brings three unforgettable days of creativity, craft skills and community to Bovey Tracey on the edge of Dartmoor.
Craft Festival is one of the UK's most vibrant and respected craft and design events. Enjoy an extraordinary gathering…
Bovey Tracey
NOURISH FESTIVAL, now in its 7th year, has become a highly anticipated event with fine food, craft and music of the highest quality presented in the heart of Bovey Tracey, set in the heart of the town, with a weekend of events designed to feed the…
Bovey Tracey
Create Three Stunning Glass Pieces
Exceptional Value, Unforgettable Creations
Join our Glass Trio Workshop and create three unique glass pieces: a Glass Bird, Vessel and Bauble. In this session, you'll have the opportunity to customise each item…
Ilsington
A pretty village next to Haytor, the most famous tor on Dartmoor, and the Granite railway - built to ship stone to Teignmouth docks. Mining history surrounds the village.
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