Tavistock
United Kingdom · EnglandGB
Town in Devon, England
Tavistock is a market town and civil parish in the West Devon district of Devon, England. It is an ancient stannary situated on the River Tavy, from which its name derives. At the 2011 census, the three electoral wards had a population of 13,028. The town traces its recorded history back to at least 961 when Tavistock Abbey, whose ruins lie in the centre of the town, was founded. Its most famous son is Sir Francis Drake.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 12,280
- Coordinates
- 50.549, -4.144
- Timezone
- Europe/London
Overview of Tavistock
Tavistock sits in England, United Kingdom and reads as a compact town. The headcount is close to 12,280. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters. Handy context when you build an itinerary. Expect adventure to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Tavistock
Adventure in Tavistock
(1)Tavistock's adventure entries include Climbing. Everything listed here comes from what Tavistock is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Tavistock
Walking and nature outings are most comfortable in April to June and September to October.
Getting there & around
Access Tavistock through a larger town in England; a car or bicycle makes the last leg simple. The local time zone is Europe/London.
Similar destinations
Places near Tavistock that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tavistock known for?
- Tavistock is mainly a destination for adventure, set in England, United Kingdom with around 12,280 inhabitants.
- What can you do in Tavistock?
- You can plan around Climbing in Tavistock. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
- When is the best time to visit Tavistock?
- Walking and nature outings are most comfortable in April to June and September to October.
- Where is Tavistock located?
- Administratively, Tavistock sits in England, United Kingdom — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.
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