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Recently voted the best market town in Britain, the ancient stannery town of Tavistock, lies by the River Tavy, on the South West border of Dartmoor National Park. Home to Britain’s great seafarer hero, Sir Francis Drake, who was born in 1542, the fine flourishing town of Tavistock is full of trading history, recognised by the Market Charter granted in 1105 by King Henry. Still to this day, the vibrant market life remains a key tradition to the town and its economy. With its striking stone architecture, vast range of practical and specialist’s shops, market, riverside park, and theatre, Tavistock is the perfect base for you and your family to explore the town and the whole of the westcountry. ‘Tavy’ as pronounced by the locals, is the idyllic country market town and a shoppers delight, with a huge range of shops and stalls selling local produce and other items from books, artwork, or just a pair of jeans, a visit to Tavy isn’t complete until you have taken a trip to the local market and shopping facilities. Also known as the Gateway to Cornwall, Tavistock’s ideal base allows easy access to attractions such as the Eden Project, and the city of Plymouth with its pavilion, barbican walk, and hoe, of which is situated only 15 miles away. Plan you stay right and Tavistock comes alive in October with its annual iconic event, ‘The Goose Fair,’ where traders from all over the country travel to Tavistock to sell their wares, and provide entertainment to the public, and with plenty of fair rides it’ll be a day to enjoy for all the family. |
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