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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
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
Bovey Tracey celebrates everything spring-like and traditional with the Green Man Spring Festival.
A full day of entertainment starting the day at 10.00am with a procession of Morris Dancers down Fore Street, before breaking out into dance areas.…
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…
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
Bring your pet to meet Santa and his Elves at House of Marbles this Christmas!
Take your furry friend on a magical trip through our festive winter wonderland where Santa and his Elves will be waiting to welcome you into our cosy grotto. Take a…
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…
Bovey Tracey
Celebrate the best of the Southwest with Bovey Festival 2026 – Food . Drink . Craft on Saturday, 5th September, 10am – 5pm
Concluding a Summer of Bovey Festivities, the renowned food, drink and craft festival returns to Bovey Tracey. If you've…
Bovey Tracey
In partnership with Bovey for Business , Craft Festival invites visitors to step into Bovey Tracey this June and discover a celebration of craft, creativity, and local history.
From 1 - 29 June, visitors to Bovey Tracey can follow the Town Trail…
Newton Abbot
Join us for an intimate Champagne gourmet evening. Enjoy a superb six course tasting menu, served dinner party style, in association with Veuve Clicquot.
£155 per person
Limited availability so early booking is essential to avoid disappointment.
Bovey Tracey
Join Pom Stitch Tassel this February half term for children's craft & sewing workshops.
Workshop schedule includes:
- Create a Pom Pom Heart Wreath age 5+ - Tuesday 14th February 10am-12pm
- Cross Stitching with Simply Wishes age 7+ - Wednesday…
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
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
Join us over February half term for some lovely pre-bookable craft workshops, pom pom making, to stitching to macrame, there is lot's to see and do. Suitable for age 5+ and a lovely activity to do over half term for families.
Pottery Road, Bovey Tracey
This Halloween season, skip the messy pumpkin guts and join us for a one-of-a-kind experience: crafting your own glass pumpkin! Whether you're a total beginner or just looking to try something new, our expert glass artists will guide you through…
Bovey Tracey
This Easter at House of Marbles, a Pirate-themed adventure awaits!
Each gallant little pirate will be grandly rewarded for their daring exploits with a scrumptious chocolate egg, at the end of the treasure hunt for the Gold Eggs.
There is also a…
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…
Nr Bovey Tracey
Our legendary, sell out family-friendly Barn Dance (in a real cattle barn) returns, thanks to Hillary and Keith Harvey on Sat 4th Oct at Beechleigh Farm, Hennock, near Bovey Tracey at 6pm.
Renowned ceilidh band, Spinach for Norman will be…
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…
Newton Abbot
Audiences are invited to join Mama G on a brand new panto adventure for the whole family!
It all starts when the evil Book Worm decides that reading gives people too much knowledge, and makes all the books from Mama G's library disappear. Before…
Bovey Tracey
Many different events throughout the week
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…
Riverside Mill, Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
Wednesday 29 May, 2019
10am-12.30pm & 1.30-4pm
Free, drop-in event.
Join us for a fun event this half-term holiday. Get creative with colours - stencil, cut and fold to make moving letters, shapes and symbols. Help craft an amazing 3D graffiti…
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