Tavistock ... where history and beauty mingle
There can only be a handful of towns in England that can claim a combination of intriguing history and stunning location.
Perhaps, alphabetically, one might think of Appleby in Westmorland and Bakewell in Derbyshire in such a context, and surely, if one were to proceed in this way, T would be for Tavistock.
Nine hundred years ago Henry I granted Tavistock its market charter, 200 years later it acquired the status of stannary town, being a commercial centre of the thriving tin mining industry.
Today it is part of a newly recognised world heritage area.
It nestles in the beautiful Tavy Valley, with the inspiring and dramatic beauty of Dartmoor to the east and the
It is its ability to adapt to the fast moving world in which we live, while retaining so much of its past, that makes Tavistock stand out amongst its rivals. Since the millennium the town has received a number of accolades, just one of which would inspire lesser towns.
It holds the best farmers’ market in Devon (second and fourth Saturdays of each month) – was voted best food town in its category in the South West in 2007, hosts an award winning national book fair, and above all else, was voted best market town in Britain in 2004/5.
fascinating and historic Tamar Valley to the west.
In the middle of the 19th century the Duke of Bedford re-routed the River Tavy to make way for the development of the wonderful selection of buildings that now greets visitors - the town hall; the court; one of the oldest working police stations in Britain, Court Gate; and, perhaps the jewel in the crown, the Pannier Market, which provides a vibrant combination of colour and craft, antiques and art, and local produce of every kind.
Tavistock also plays host to many annual events which attract a wide cross section of visitors, including a music festival, food and drink festival, a wonderful Dickensian evening in December and the nationally famous Goose Fair in October, which brings the whole town to a standstill.
Plus the fact that the Pannier Market is one of a tiny number of venues to have been chosen by the BBC, not once but twice, to stage the prestigious Antiques Roadshow, which was seen worldwide by an audience of more than 80 million.
For visitors of all ages and dispositions there is so very much to offer, from discovering the mysteries of Dartmoor and the hidden secrets of a bygone age in the Tamar Valley, to exploring the exciting and varied selection of shops and cafes, almost all independent, in the main streets and the Pannier Market, and in true Devon tradition you will be made to feel really welcome wherever you go.
M Souttar, Deputy Market Reeve, Tavistock Pannier Market.
Exciting individual boutique
Brigid Foley is an exciting, individual boutique offering both superb style and service.
Brigid Foley is well known for their friendly welcoming atmosphere and their excellent service that has brought in regular customers visiting from far and wide.
Brigid brings the best selection of stylish, sophisticated and beautiful clothes to Devon and Cornwall, from all over Europe and across the world.
There is truly something for everyone and for every occasion.
Visit Brigid Foley at: 8 Paddons Row. Tavistock.
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8 Paddons Row, Tavistock 01822 612203 Cornish Visitor Guide - spring / summer 2011 63
Tavistock PANNIER MARKET&
VOTED BEST MARKET TOWN IN BRITAIN Come and visit the
OPEN TUESDAY to SATURDAY FROM 9am – 4pm
DISCOVER AN ECLECTIC RANGE OF CRAFT, FOOD, ANTIQUES, GIFTS, CLOTHING & JEWELLERY Special upcoming events
from 9th May SUMMER MONDAY OPENING plus TAVISTOCK GARDEN FESTIVAL 29th & 30th MAY 10am - 4pm FREE ENTRY!
For more information please contact us 01822 611003
office@tavistock.gov.uk
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