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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
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…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Take your child on a magical trip through our festive winter wonderland where Santa and his Elves will be waiting to welcome you into our cosy Grotto. Share your Christmas wishes and receive a lovely gift and goody bag, filled with seasonal treats…
Newton Abbot
Devon's Strongest Man & Woman 2024
Devon's Strongest is back for 2024 and being hosted at Trago Mills Newton Abbot. Based on World's Strongest Man whose previous winners include Geoff Capes and Eddie Hall Devon's Strongest Man & Woman aims to find…
Bovey Tracey
The Pottery By Night will be preparing an exquisite evening of culinary delights, with stunning dishes to showcase their skill and as well as the flavours of the seasonal and locally-sourced produce. The evening will include a selection of paired…
Bovey Tracey
Devon Guild's annual Christmas selling exhibition. Filled to the brim with charming craft and design by the UK's most exciting makers. With a huge variety of mediums and prices, it's a great opportunity to find a unique handmade gift for someone…
Bovey Tracey
Craft Festival Bovey Tracey celebrates its 20th Anniversary this June 7 to 9 at Mill Marsh Park. This multi award-winning event will welcome over 200 professional maker businesses from across the UK to exhibit, each chosen for the quality and…
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.
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…
Newton Abbot
Sarah is a Madrid-born, Chicago-raised, Cornwall-based singer/songwriter who has expanded her battery of instruments to include piano, electric guitar and drum. Sarah was recently honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Ards International…
Fore St., Bovey Tracey
Our annual Christmas selling exhibition of handmade contemporary crafts by the finest designer-makers across the UK. The variety of materials and range of prices mean the Guild's ideal for Christmas shopping when seeking thoughtful gifts for someone…
Fore St., Bovey Tracey
Summer Craft Club - Free weekly making mornings for kids and families.
Free drop-in craft activities every Wednesday morning (24 July - 28 August) during the summer holidays. All sessions are 10am – 12.30 pm and there is no need to book; just pop…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Our CHRISTMAS GROTTO is back again this year with a great new theme.
Just £6.99 per child* including a balloon, badge,gift & a chance to meet Santa himself!
From 10 am - 3 pm
Saturday 17th November - Sunday 23rd December
PLUS Thursday 20th &…
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…
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…
Bovey Tracey
Jubilee Gallery, open daily 10am-5.30pm. Free entry.
Graffiti art meets contemporary craft in a ground breaking new exhibition opening this spring at Devon Guild of Craftsmen. This exhibition will challenge perceptions of graffiti writing culture,…
Newton Abbot
The story of a dominating young maid who runs her master's life and eventually tricks him into marrying her. This short and intimate comic opera or "intermezzo" will be sung by two members of the international opera company "Gli Amici di Fritz" :…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
A festive evening of dining and learning how to make a beautiful Christmas table centrepiece!
Join us at House of Marbles every Thursday in December for our brand new festive Craft & Dine Workshops.
On Thursday 15th December, Christmas wreath…
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…
Hennock, Bovey Tracey
Our family-friendly Barn Dance (in a real cattle barn) returns to a new venue on Sat 7th Oct at Beechleigh Farm, Hennock, near Bovey Tracey at 6 pm.
Ceilidh band, Amber Fire will be delighting the crowd, both young and old with traditional songs…
Newton Abbot
Puppet Making Workshop and Storytelling for 4-8 year olds. Following a young boy called Toby who goes on a journey exploring the little creatures some of us love to hate through to the discovery of the wondrous things different bugs do, the benefits…
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…
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