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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
The business community in Bovey Tracey is getting into the holiday spirit, planning a calendar of Festive Fridays for all to enjoy. Starting November 29 and running through December 20, 2024, locals & visitors can enjoy four Friday nights of fun…
Bovey Tracey
Here at House of Marbles we have been planning some FREE events over the summer to amaze and amuse your children!
And we are so excited to be able to reveal our summer event schedule!
Every Monday from the 29 July to the 19 August we will be holding…
Fore Street,, Bovey Tracey
Our annual Christmas selling exhibition, showcases some of the best contemporary craft from UK based designer-makers. With a wide selection of disciplines to choose from, and a range of prices to suit all, it's an ideal opportunity to buy an…
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…
Bovey Tracey
Shape a Heart That Speaks to You
A Heartfelt Masterpiece
Let your creativity flow and sculpt a symbol of love in our Glass Heart Workshop. This hands-on experience invites you to craft a stunning glass heart using swirling colours and unique…
83 Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
OPEN SHOW
The Gallery @ Bovey Paradiso is excited to host our Open Show featuring the work of over 20 talented local artists. The show will include paintings, printmaking, drawings and sculptures, in many artistic styles, by some of the best…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Mother's Day at House of Marbles
This Mother's Day, show Mum just how much she means to you with a delicious meal at The Old Pottery Restaurant.
Whether it's a leisurely breakfast, a delightful lunch or a classic afternoon cream tea with freshly…
Fore St, Bovey Tracey
Join us for a fun half-term event - a recycled paper badge workshop with Get Fresh exhibitor Alysa Freeman. We welcome donations towards the cost of materials.
Under 12's must be accompanied by an adult please.
Bovey Tracey
Beautiful British Butterflies at Becky Falls
Join us this May Half-Term for a flutter-filled family adventure at Becky Falls.
Discover some of the beautiful British butterflies spotted here on site, learn all about their fascinating life cycle,…
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…
Fore St., Bovey Tracey
Launched in 2010, Jerwood Makers Open is a biennial opportunity focusing on UK makers who propose to make ambitious, radical work in their first years of practice. Five artists, Sam Bakewell, Juli Bolaños-Durman, Jessica Harrison, Marcin Rusak and…
Manaton
Scattered village just across the Teign valley from Lustleigh. Beautiful views all round. Manaton rocks includes the formation known as "The Bowerman's Nose" a much photographed landmark on Dartmoor. Close to the famous Becky Falls.
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Craft a Vessel, Made By You
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 artisans, you'll shape molten…
Bovey Tracey
A Memorable Valentine's Evening
Celebrate Love at The Pottery By Night
Celebrate Valentine's Day with an evening crafted for relaxation, love, delicious food and cherished moments together. Whether it's your first Valentine's together or part of…
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…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Santa's Grotto is returning to House of Marbles for 2017 with a fun new surprise theme, and we can promise that it will be out of this world! Entry per child includes a balloon, badge and gift as well as a meeting with Santa, plus a discount for the…
Bovey Tracey
Annual exhibition showing the best new craft work from the Devon Guild of Craftsmen Membership. A tradition every summer for over 60 years, selected Members exhibit as a collective showcasing the best contemporary craft from across the South West.…
Bovey Tracey
Join us over February half term for some lovely pre-bookable craft workshops, pom pom making, to stitching to macrame, there is lot's to see and do. Suitable for age 5+ and a lovely activity to do over half term for families.
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 Valentine's Day at the Pottery By Night Restaurant will be a celebration of love, food and lobster!
On Saturday 11th February for just £80 per couple, you'll receive a delectable 3-course meal with pink prosecco, canapes and boozy truffles…
Bovey Tracey
Join us for our May Half Term Workshop at the Bovey Paradiso on Wednesday 1st June 2022 11am - 1pm.
Our workshop will be Jubilee themed and you will create your own Pom Pom Crown.
This craft workshop is for age 5+.
All materials and…
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