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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
House of Marbles is bringing a fun new Brass Rubbing Trail to its site in Bovey Tracey this year. Launching this Good Friday with a special Easter treat over the Bank Holiday weekend, it will be a permanent fixture from 30th March 2018 onwards…
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…
Bovey Tracey
House of Marbles is a unique attraction located in Bovey Tracey, the 'Gateway to the Moors'. Free entry, free parking & dogs are welcome. You will find a large gift shop with a variety of interesting goodies, fully licensed daytime restaurant,…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Craft a Personalised Tankard
A Gift Like No Other
Experience a brand-new workshop, a unique opportunity perfect for beginners looking to craft something truly special. With a two-instructor-to-one ratio, you'll receive expert guidance as you create…
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…
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
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…
Bovey Tracey
Get a taste of the 'good life' this September at The Nourish Festival! Now in its 5th year, The Nourish Festival set in the heart of Bovey Tracey, is an event designed to feed the body, the mind and the senses, filling the town with some of the best…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
A festive evening learning Christmas wrapping skills, making beautiful paper decorations and dining at House of Marbles!
Join us at House of Marbles every Thursday in December for our brand new festive Craft & Dine Workshops.
On Thursday 8th…
Newton Abbot
Summer Cream Teas at the Manaton Parish Hall.
The scones and cakes are made using only the finest local products and baked by our very own artisan baker Sue Lewis.
Manaton has much to offer with outstanding views and is one of Dartmoor's best kept…
Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot
Hennock Country Fayre Sun 12th Aug 2018
West Hele Hennock (Nr Bovey Tracey) TQ13 9PP
Opens 10am. Adults £3, accompanied children free
Family day showing the best of our countryside, rural skills, horticultural classes, trade stands, bbq, bar,…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
This Summer at House of Marbles, we have an array of exciting events and ways to get involved, with a wide range of reasons to visit us, including craft workshops, new glass workshops in Teign Valley Glass Studio and the popular Design-a-Marble…
Bovey Tracey
Our Glassmaking workshops provides an excellent opportunity to experience a variety of glass crafting techniques with a choice of what you can make and take home as a keepsake.
Perfect for newcomers and those who have tried glassmaking before, you…
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…
Bovey Tracey
Join Pom Stitch Tassel for another fun packed half term full of craft and sewing workshops, perfect for some indoor family friendly fun, especially when you can't guarantee the weather!
Manaton, Newton Abbot
Made in Manaton Christmas Fair
Artists and Artisans from Manaton village on Dartmoor will be displaying their work in Manaton village hall on the 17th and 18th of November from 10.30am until 4.30pm.
Buy your Christmas gifts from makers who have…
Bovey Tracey
An Fun Easter Experience Awaits
Gear up for an unforgettable Easter adventure at House of Marbles! Our annual Easter Egg Hunt is a calendar event you simply cannot miss. Packed with family fun, engaging activities, and unbeatable value, this indoor…
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…
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…
Bovey Tracey
Many different events throughout the week
Bovey Tracey
Immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of Christmas cocktails with our brand new December workshop, an integral part of our Christmas Late Night Shopping festivities. This workshop promises to enhance your festive celebrations.
Set off on a…
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