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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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North Bovey
Impress your loved one this Valentine's. Arrive for a Champagne cocktail before enjoying a romantic four course candle-lit dinner.
Bovey Tracey
This workshop will give you everything you need to make a Glass Terrarium at House of Marbles this May, building on the success of our popular 'make-your-own' sessions.
As a brand new addition for 2024, this session is now available to book for…
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
This children's workshop will give you everything you need to make a gorgeous summertime bee and flower garland, made from pom-poms!
Designed specifically for primary-school aged children to make with a parent, this workshop is designed for all…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Join us for a series of special evening events at The Old Pottery Restaurant, where we bring bold flavours and unique dining experiences to the table after hours.
Across 2026, we're hosting four themed evenings, each celebrating a different style…
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
Nourish Festival, the popular food, craft, and music event, returns to the streets of Bovey Tracey on Saturday 9th September to celebrates its 10th anniversary with a totally free entry community event.
Including 45 fine artisan food producers, 18…
Bovey Tracey
Curated by Nick Hand and The Letterpress Collective, this exhibition brings together photography, film, letterpress prints, and the words of makers who dedicate their life to an unusual or rare craft or passion.
Nick gathered these stories on epic…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Craft Your Own Vibrant Glass Bird
Create a Treasured Keepsake
Step into the captivating world of glassmaking with our Glass Bird Workshop. In just 30 minutes, you'll transform molten glass into a beautiful, hand-sculpted bird. Choose from delightful…
Newton Abbot
Looking for things to do in Devon with the kids? Look no further! Join us for an array of craft and sewing workshops at Pom Stitch Tassel HQ this Easter holiday.
Choose from
- Sew a fabric basket
- Make your own clay animals
- Beginners crochet
-…
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
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…
Manaton, Newton Abbot
A traditional christmas craft fayre for all to enjoy. Seasonal gifts produced by some of Dartmoors best crafts people that will be treasurered.
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
Celebrate the best of the Southwest with Bovey Festival 2026 – Food . Drink . Craft on Saturday, 5th September, 10am – 5pm
Concluding a Summer of Bovey Festivities, the renowned food, drink and craft festival returns to Bovey Tracey. If you've…
Bovey Tracey
Join us at MAKE Southwest for another Green Maker takeover! We'll be hijacking the Jubilee Gallery between the takedown of one exhibition and the set up of another for a Green Maker Initiative Sustainable Craft Fair
️ Saturday 11 July
⏰ 10am-4pm
…
Manaton, Newton Abbot
For the true taste of Dartmoor visit the
MANATON PARISH HALL MARKET
TUESDAY 16 OCTOBER 10.30 – 12.00
Real Home and Fresh Local Produce:
Pies, Pasties, Jam, Chutney
Organic Fruit and Veg
Fairtrade produce
Speciality bread and cakes
Manaton Lamb,…
NEWTON ABBOT, NEWTON ABBOT
A festive treat at an amazing location on Dartmoor. With over 30 exhibitors offering so many unique Christmas gifts, live music both days, log fires, mulled wine, mince pies - so come in from the cold and feel all the festive!
Ilsington
Family Ceilidh with Blue Jewel Ceilidh Band!
7.30pm - 10.30pm - Doors open at 7pm
Put on your dancing shoes & join us for a fun evening!
Licenced bar, snacks & hot food.
Tickets available at Ilsington Village Shop (https://www…
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…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Create Three Stunning Glass Pieces
Join our Glass Trio Workshop and create three unique glass pieces: a Glass Bird, Vessel and Bauble. In the session, you'll have the opportunity to customise each item with your choice of colours and designs.…
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