Tavistock Holidays

Tavistock holidays feature a relaxing base in a traditional market town in west Devon, situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park and just 20km from Plymouth. Located on the banks of the River Tavy, Tavistock is the main town in western Dartmoor and remains steeped in history, with Tavistock holidays focusing on strolling the local streets and taking in the charm and character of the region, with its attractive Victorian architecture, quaint shops and pubs, and bustling indoor market.

 

Holidays in Tavistock are a great choice for a UK summer holiday for those looking to stay in a historic and charming base with great access to the famous moors. Walking and hiking are popular activities for a Tavistock holiday, and there are plenty of ways to experience the beauty of Dartmoor National Park from the town. Holidays in Tavistock can feature organised tours and guided walks around the dramatic granite-strewn moorlands, with the trails and paths also perfect for leisurely cycling trips or strenuous mountain bike rides, and horse riding and pony trekking. Fishing and rock-climbing can also be enjoyed, with wildlife walks available on Tavistock holidays. The town is easily explored, with Tavistock holidays offering a great opportunity for browsing the famous pannier market and quaint local shops, as well as visiting the pubs and teashops of the town, and venturing out into the Devon countryside to tour the villages and hamlets. Tavistock holidays focus on the character and history of the town, which is known for its most famous son, Sir Francis Drake, and still has remains of a Benedictine abbey which dates back to 960AD. Today Tavistock continues to host its annual 'Goose Fair' in October, where traders come from all the country to set up stalls and sell their products.

 

Other attractions to see on a Tavistock holiday include The Garden House, Lydford Castle and Lydford Gorge, with day trips to Plymouth available, and good access to Cornwall. Accommodation on a Tavistock holiday can range tremendously and the region offers plenty of UK country cottages and lodges to suit all budgets, on a summer holiday or UK short break to Devon.