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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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Manaton
"The ancient tracks serve Dartmoor as do the blood-vessles the body - arteries conducting the life-blood of its topographical history." 'Walking Dartmoor's Ancient Tracks' by Eric Hemery.
Join us for a day walk along part of the Mariners' Way - a…
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
"Mi casa es tu casa" – because our "House" is your "House" on this evening of Spanish dining.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this evening, which will be a lively celebration of Spanish culture, from its tantalising starters and tapas…
Manaton, Newton Abbot
Outstanding Fresh Produce for Christmas from local farmers and suppliers:
Pies, Pasties, Jam, Chutney
Speciality bread and cakes
Manaton Lamb, Pork, Beef,
English & Continental Cheese,
Ceramics, Pottery & Clothing,
Woodturning and…
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
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
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…
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…
Newton Abbot
Treat Dad to a Father's Day adventure he won't forget. Arrive for coffee and breakfast bites then enjoy a fabulous falconry display followed by an archery and air rifle experience.
£40 per adult / £30 per child (age 12 and under)
Subject to…
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…
Newton Abbot
Enjoy Champagne and nibbles on arrival to toast the King's Coronation, before taking a 45 minute royal tour with 4×4 off-road experience. Enjoy photo opportunities as well as insights into our local wildlife and conservation.
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 an expert glassmaker, you'll shape molten…
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…
Bovey Tracey
NEW FOR 2024
CHRISTMAS THEMED ESCAPE ROOM
60 minutes to solve the puzzles & crack the codes!
Santa Escape - Santa's Christmas Star
Santa's Christmas tree won't light up! It is rumoured that the reason why is because some of the elves…
Bovey Tracey
The Summer Show is the longest running Devon Guild exhibition, launched in 1955 to celebrate the skills and original work of long-standing Guild Members through to the newest faces.
The exhibition is selected by the Guild's Members' Selection…
BOVEY TRACEY
Come along and enjoy a relaxing collage workshop with a focus on creative play and pressure free making.
Grace Coombes from Linnet Workshops will gently guide you through the process of creating your own collage material using block printing and…
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…
Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
Become a crafty cook at our free half-term making days with activities for all ages, based on the current exhibition, 'Plate Up'. Have fun modelling faux food for a spooky banquet… it may look good enough to eat - but don't dare try it!
Materials…
Newton Abbot
Manaton Parish Hall Christmas Market
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Halloween Glass Pumpkin
Crafting Your Way To A Pumpkin That's More Treat Than Trick
Ready to trade in your predictable pumpkin carving kit for something a tad more, let's say, elegant this Halloween? Oh yes, we're talking about making your very own…
Newton abbot
A festive workshop on December 17th, when talented florist Sarah Hill, will demonstrate how to make a 'wild and wonderful Christmas wreath', with seasonal plants gathered from the garden. Using a woven willow base, you will learn how to use and…
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