A UNESCO World Heritage site, Tavistock has plenty to look at and keep you amused. Situated in the heart of Devon, it is your gateway to Dartmoor National Park. It is also a vibrant and interesting town full of fascinating history.
Tavistock is the site of the West Country’s most important Benedictine Abbey and you can still see the scattered remains of the abbey around Tavistock town centre. Most notably, is the area around Court Gate, which has become incorporated into the town hall buildings.
A unique town, Tavistock has a range of beautiful, local independent shops on its high street offering a very special shopping experience. Visitors should head to the famous pannier market, which is truly a shopper's paradise. Whatever you come to Tavistock for, whether it is the shopping, the locally produced food, the architecture, the history or the proximity to Dartmoor, you’ll have a fabulous time.
There is a full calendar of events happening in Tavistock throughout the year, from the colour festival in June to the Dickensian evening in winter, there is always something to look forward to. For more regular events, there is a bustling farmer’s market where you can find a whole host of local produce.
Tavistock has a huge amount to offer visitors, the park through which the River Tavy runs is a wonderful spot for a light stroll. It is only five minutes from the open moor. Overlooking the town is Brent Tor, budding photographers will love finding the best angle to capture the 1130ft tor. For those of you daring enough to trek to the top, you’ll find the church of St Michael, from here the view is moorland in every direction, it is something truly spectacular to behold.
For attractions, places to stay, eat, shop and a list of ‘What’s On’ please visit the Visit Tavistock website here or pop into the Visitor Information Centre located at the Tavistock Guildhall for help and advice.
