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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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Bovey Tracey
Dare to solve another enigmatic puzzle at our October Murder Mystery dinner. This immersive dining experience combines a suspense-filled storyline with a just as mysterious and enticing menu.
Engage in the thrill of the whodunit while savouring…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
An Egg-citing Experience!
Create your own beautiful glass Easter egg in this fun, hands-on workshop. Guided one-to-one by our expert glassmakers, you'll work with molten glass to shape and decorate a vibrant, seasonal keepsake. Perfect for beginners…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Craft a Vessel That's Uniquely You
Your Glass, Your Way
Dive into the captivating art of glassmaking with our Glass Vessel Workshop – a favourite for those seeking to craft something both beautiful and functional. Under the guidance of expert…
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…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Craft Your Own Vibrant Glass Bird
In just 30 minutes, you'll transform molten glass into a beautiful, hand-sculpted bird during this hands-on workshop. Choose from three delightful designs — a Robin, Wren or Blue Tit — and enjoy a one-to-one…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Create Your Own Quilling Picture!
A Colourful & Creative Workshop
This fun and interactive workshop allows you to create a beautiful piece of quilling art. It's the perfect way for craft lovers to explore and experiment with different techniques and…
Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
The Gallery at Paradiso is excited to present our latest art show, called "OUR NATURAL WORLD".
Fifteen talented artists, working in a variety of styles and medium, will fill our lovely gallery with wonderful artworks that celebrate the depth and…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Create Your Own Nature Masterpiece!
A Colourful & Creative Workshop
Bring nature to life in this fun and imaginative scratch art workshop!
Using special scratch art sheets and wooden styluses, children will reveal vibrant colours hidden beneath the…
Bovey Tracey
We are delighted to be making the Bovey Love Local Market a regular feature in the event calendar in 2026! It will run on 3rd Oct from 10am–3pm on Bovey Tracey Fore Street! This Market celebrates the best of local talent, featuring over 50…
Newton Abbot
Join us for an intimate Champagne gourmet evening. Enjoy a superb six course tasting menu, served dinner party style, in association with Veuve Clicquot.
£155 per person
Limited availability so early booking is essential to avoid disappointment.
Newton Abbot
Italian-Peruvian soprano Claudia Alvarez Calderon and Exeter based pianist Alex Wilson are back at Lustleigh Village Hall with special guest from Italy, bass Fulvio Bussano, for an early Valentine's day treat: "Is it true love?", a recital of opera…
Scotland, Dartmoor
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. These courses will be held in Lustleigh, a beautiful little village…
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…
Pottery Road, 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…
Bovey Tracey
Our Glassmaking workshops provides an excellent opportunity to experience a variety of glass crafting techniques with a choice of what you can make and take home as a keepsake.
Perfect for newcomers and those who have tried glassmaking before, you…
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,…
Bovey Tracey
Celebrate the festive season in style with our Christmas Party Nights. These special evenings are filled with joy and warmth, featuring a menu that's as vibrant as the atmosphere.
From traditional Christmas flavours to modern twists on classic…
Bovey Tracey
Sculpt Nature's Beauty in Glass
A Bloom That Lasts Forever
Step into the enchanting world of glassmaking with our Glass Flower Workshop. Guided by expert artisans, you'll learn the art of sculpting molten glass into delicate blooms. Each flower…
Bovey Tracey
This children's workshop will give you everything you need to make an indoor Fairy Terrarium in a lantern at House of Marbles this Summer, building on the success of our popular 'make-your-own' sessions.
Designed specifically for primary-school aged…
(Near Village Green), Manaton
TUESDAY 21 JUNE 22
10-30 – 12-00
Home and Fresh Local Produce:
Pies, Pasties, Jam, Chutney
Fairtrade produce
Ceramics, Felt work,
Speciality bread and cakes
Manaton Lamb, Pork, Beef,
Cards & Gifts, Clothing,
Jewellery,
Neal's Yard…
Bovey Tracey
Get a taste of the 'good life' this September at The Nourish Festival! Now in its 5th year, The Nourish Festival set in the heart of Bovey Tracey, is an event designed to feed the body, the mind and the senses, filling the town with some of the best…
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