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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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Ilsington, Bovey Tracey
With beautifully tiled floors, well appointed changing rooms and the latest facilities, the Spa at Ilsington offers an exclusive corner of peace and tranquillity with a hint of Tibetan Influence. Located within the award winning hotel, you can enjoy…
Bovey Tracey
With a number of unique visitor attractions and mixture of shops, Bovey Tracey is a pretty cob and Dartmoor-granite built town.
Fore St, Bovey Tracey
A look behind the workshop doors to see how the commissioning process works. Guild Members reveal their making journeys with clients, ranging from personal tokens to large scale public work - low to high budget. Craft objects, drawings,…
Teigngrace
The Ted Hughes Poetry Trail was officially opened on the 4th May 2006 by Councillor Des Shadrick, Chairman of Devon County Council in the presence of Carol Hughes.
Bovey Tracey
Nourish is a celebration of fine food, craft and classical music in Bovey Tracey - now in its fifth year.
Over 50 of the region's finest Food producers and street food vendors fill Fore Street and will battle it out for the Devon Street Food…
Ilsington Village, Bovey Tracey
Contemporary dining in elegant and breathtaking surroundings, with dramatic views over Dartmoor and up to Haytor rocks.
Bovey Tracey
Thursday 26th July
Ice Cream Pom Pom Garland
10am- 12pm
Friday 10th August
Unicorn Pom Pom Headband
10am - 12pm
£12.00 for one child / £20.00 for two children per workshop
PRE-BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL
PLEASE CONTACT emma@pomstitchtassel.com to book…
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…
Bovey Tracey
Experience the wild side of cuisine with our Game Night, celebrating the rich and robust flavours of game meat.
It's a culinary adventure that takes you through a range of hearty and rustic dishes; each prepared to showcase the natural and bold…
Bovey Tracey
This Valentine's Day at the Pottery By Night Restaurant will be a celebration of love, food and lobster!
On Saturday 11th February for just £80 per couple, you'll receive a delectable 3-course meal with pink prosecco, canapes and boozy truffles…
Newton Abbot
Join Great British Sewing Bee finalist Tony R at Ilsington Village Hall, Tuesday 21st May!
Tony will be talking about his love of sewing & sharing memories of his time on the iconic TV show.
He'll also be showing some of his amazing garments.
We'll…
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
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
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…
North Bovey
Come and join in the fun at the Miniature Pony Centre on Dartmoor in the heart of Devon. Lots of great activities taking place during the day themed around Unicorn and Dragons. We will have something for everyone plus our very own Unicorn will be…
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…
Bovey Tracey
Join us for our second craft workshop of the summer holidays on Monday 9th August 2021 10am - 12pm.
Create your own Pom Pom Buzzy Bee & Daisy Garland, the perfect cute summer addition to any bedroom.
This workshop is aimed at children age 5 - 17…
Bovey Tracey
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 glass pumpkin. Yes, you heard right. Glass. As in, Cinderella's slipper but make it…
83 Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
The next Paradiso Gallery show will be "A Sense of Place" and will feature the amazing "imagined" urban spaces created by Sue Williamson along with ten other talented artists who's work will explore this theme. This will be a powerful show, so…
Bovey Tracey
This Christmas, Pom Stitch Tassel have some crafty fun for the adults as well as the children (wahoo). Come and join us on two dates to make a Pom Pom Wreath.
This workshop will run on Friday 25th November & Friday 2nd December, both in the…
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…
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