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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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Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Craft Your Own Willow Christmas Star!
Get into the festive spirit and learn the traditional art of willow weaving in this creative Christmas workshop. You'll be guided step by step through the process of shaping and weaving natural willow to create…
Bovey Tracey
Discover the extraordinary 'Glass & Dine' events at House of Marbles as part of our 50th anniversary celebrations. This new glassmaking-dining package is available for a limited run in October 2023, after the sell-out success of the same event…
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…
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…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Craft a beautiful bouquet!
Join us for an immersive workshop where you'll learn and craft paper wire seedheads. Using wire pliers and cutters, you will be taught the technique of hand-weaving wire to create a beautiful flower centrepiece to take…
Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot
Art and sculptures have been donated by local artists, for a charity auction in favour of the Devon Air Ambulance.
Last year, there were nearly 1200 rescues with 11% being for children.
Please come along to support this wonderful charity.
Totnes
Reclaim the Night is an international, annual protest which takes place during the 16 days of Action. The events raise awareness, demand change and remind us all that violence and harassment is still an ongoing concern for women in Devon as well as…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Sparkle & Spruce Up Your Christmas!
Join in the festive spirit with our exclusive Christmas Wreath Making Workshop, accompanied by the delightful bubbles of Prosecco. Set in the comfortable upstairs area of The Emporium, this inspired space is…
Bovey Tracey
This children's workshop will give you everything you need to make a gorgeous fruit garland, made from pom-poms!
Designed specifically for primary-school aged children to make with a parent, this workshop is designed for all skill levels, promising…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Create Six Incredible Glass Marbles
Exceptional Value, Rare Opportunity
Step into the fascinating world of traditional furnace glasswork in our Marble Madness Workshop – a rare opportunity to work one-to-one with master glassmaker Paul Harris, the…
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…
83 Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
"RICHARD THORN SWAc".
The gallery at Paradiso is excited to announce that we have one of our most popular artists, Richard Thorn SWAc, in our lovely space for a two-week, one-man show. A fantastic selection of his amazing watercolours will be on…
Bovey Tracey
Join us this May half term for creative craft and sewing workshops designed to keep your little ones busy, entertained and inspired during the school holidays.
Our half term sessions offer a mix of hands-on creative activities, perfect for children…
Bovey Tracey
Join Pom Stitch Tassel this October half term for a fun-packed week of crafting & sewing.
Workshops include:
Tuesday 24th October 10:30am - 12:30pm Tassel Witches & Wizards age 4+
Wednesday 25th October 10:30am - 12:30pm Beginners Sewing:…
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…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Create Your Own Bauble
Embrace A Time-Honoured Tradition
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…
Bovey Tracey
Nourish Festival, now in its 6th year, has become a highly anticipated event with fine food, craft and music of the highest quality presented in the heart of Bovey Tracey designed to feed the body, the mind and the senses.
This Free Festival…
Bovey Tracey
This children's workshop will give you everything you need to make a gorgeous Felt Initial Stitch Banner, with pompom decoration.
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Create Three Stunning Glass Pieces
Join our Glass Trio Workshop and create 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. Whether…
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
Join us this February half term for a fun-filled programme of creative craft workshops at Pom Stitch Tassel.
We have a whole array of hands-on workshops for your little ones to enjoy, with engaging craft activities designed to spark creativity and…
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