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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
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…
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
May is a month already bustling with weird and wonderful traditional customs celebrating Spring, so is there room in the calendar for one more?
Give Dartmoor's birds a warm welcome home this Sunday 19 May with a colourful parade around Yarner Wood…
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…
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…
Bovey Tracey
TASTER SESSION -INTERIOR DESIGN WORKSHOP (COMING IN MARCH)
Join me for an afternoon decorating workshop at flock, Learn about different Interior Design Styles, an Introduction to Colour and how to make up your own Interior Mood Board (you will…
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
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…
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.
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Mother's Day at House of Marbles
This Mother's Day, show Mum just how much she means to you with a delicious meal at The Old Pottery Restaurant.
Whether it's a leisurely breakfast, a delightful lunch or a classic afternoon cream tea with freshly…
Bovey Tracey
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.
Newton Abbot
oin us on Wednesday 8th August for a fun filled day of all things "Unicorn". Come and meet our very own Unicorn White Lightning in his Rainbow Lodge. Meet the Unibright Stars and join in the art and crafts sessions with them – take home your very…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
This Father's Day, treat Dad to a delicious meal he'll truly enjoy at The Old Pottery Restaurant.
Whether he's starting the day with a hearty breakfast, settling in for a satisfying lunch, or enjoying a classic afternoon cream tea with freshly…
Bovey Tracey
To celebrate the 800th year since Bovey Tracey was first granted its charter for a market, we will be holding a special market held in 3 different locations thoughout the town. This is being organised on behlaf of the recently formed Business For…
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…
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
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…
Manaton, Newton Abbot
Experience this beautiful Dartmoor garden for yourself. Stroll over undulating lawns through informal planting, passing ponds and mature rhododendron to a walled rose garden and a woodland carpeted with ferns and bluebells. Marvel at the massive…
Pottery Road, 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 delightful…
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…
(Near Village Green), Manaton
Monthly produce market held in Manaton Parish Hall. Home and fresh local produce: Pies, pasties, Jam, Chutney, Fairtrade produce, Speciality Bread and Cakes, Manaton Lamb, Beef, Pork, English & Continental Cheeses, Cards and Gifts, Clothing,…
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