Exploring The Beauty Of The Stannary Market Town Of Tavistock
The ancient and stannary market town of Tavistock is in the western part of Devon. It gets its name from its location sat on the River Tavy, and has a deep history and heritage that is depicted on its streets and architecture. It was once the world’s major copper producing area and is now a town that has a charming country atmosphere. This town is a tranquil place ideal for a holiday trip that houses a lot of great attractions and sights.
Tavistock is a town that every foodie would love. It offers a wide range of places to eat such as country pubs, brasseries, cafes, bistros and restaurants. Aside from having an award-winning farmer’s market, this town is renowned for its great selection of unique shops and boutiques that offer you almost everything you want. This market town can be considered as a pretty shopping destination in the western part of Devon.
Things To See And Do In Tavistock
Tavistock is a vibrant and interesting market town to visit; it has a long history depicted in its streets and architecture. It also has a World Heritage status for being a part of the eastern gateway to the Cornish Mining World Heritage site. There are plenty of things to see and do here in Tavistock. It has easy access to the beautiful Dartmoor and seven National Trust sites. You can explore the lovely market town just by strolling along the canal through the beautiful park and feed the resident ducks as you go along the way.
Check out the Tavistock Pannier Market and browse the variety of local fresh produce they offer and the range of quality stalls it houses. One of the entertainment spots in the town is The Wharf, a simple cafe that offers great service and very nice entertainment. If you love wildlife, you can visit the Tavistock Trout Farm and Fishery, which offers a great educational experience, and is a great place to take the kids. You can also have a taste of the different types of beer brewed in Stannary Brewing Company, a small craft brewery that produces locally brewed ales with distinct flavours.

