Tavistock&Villages Initiative

The Tavistock area is particularly suitable for visitors who appreciate magnificent scenery, natural history and heritage, as well as those wishing to pursue outdoor activities. Buildings with an historic interest that are open to the public include Buckland Abbey, Morwellham Quay and the many parish churches. Others, such as Endsleigh Lodge, could be opened or reopened. There is much more history evident in remains on the ground where interpretation is generally necessary.

During the summer there are many events across the area including agricultural shows, village carnivals, food fairs, arts events, steam rallies and balloon festivals. There is a feeling that these need to be catalogued in a single place and promoted more actively as visitor attractions.

	EC5.1 Main visitor attractions, including festivals and events
	The Tavistock area is particularly suitable for visitors who appreciate magnificent scenery, natural history and heritage, as well as those wishing to pursue outdoor activities. Buildings with an historic interest that are open to the public include Buckland Abbey, Morwellham Quay and the many parish churches. Others, such as Endsleigh Lodge, could be opened or reopened. There is much more history evident in remains on the ground where interpretation is generally necessary. During the summer there are many events across the area including agricultural shows, village carnivals, food fairs, arts events, steam rallies and balloon festivals. There is a feeling that these need to be catalogued in a single place and promoted more actively as visitor attractions.
	‘New ideas needed to keep visitors in town.’ Comment from community consultation events 2002 ‘Increase awareness of history etc for visitors.’ Comment from community consultation events 2002
	Strategic Aims: Economy & Employment; Develop sustainable tourism Economy & Employment; Promote local products and services