Explore Tavistock's Heritage

Devon's award-winning market town of Tavistock is an easy 20 minute drive from the Two Bridges Hotel, and it makes for a great day out when you come to stay.

Take it at your own pace, with a wander around the town's fine independent shops and leafy riverside walks by all means - but we can highly recommend that you immerse yourself in some of Tavistock's rich heritage and fascinating stories, with a walking tour under the expert guidance of Tavistock Heritage Trust.

You'll find a full programme of walking tours throughout the year, with a choice of topics including an introduction to the town's heritage, a fascinating insight into Tavistock's rich industrial heritage, and a chance to find out more about the history of Tavistock's railways.

Heritage Walks 2025

Discover Tavistock - A Heritage Introduction
Saturdays 5th, 19th, 26th July
Saturdays 9th, 23rd August
Saturdays 6th, 27th September
Saturdays 11th, 25th October

Tavistock's Industrial Heritage
Sunday 13th July

Tavistock Curiosities
Sunday 3rd August

Discover Tavistock Canal
Saturday 16th August

Discover Tavistock's Railways
Sunday 31st August

Tavistock's Churches, Past and Present
Saturday 4th October

Tavistock by Twilight
Sunday 19th October

All walks begin at 2pm from the Visitor Centre in Guildhall Square, with the exception of Tavistock by Twilight which begins at 7:30pm.
Suitable footwear and outer clothing should be worn, and it's advisable to bring something to drink.
Lunches and refreshments are available to order at our sister hotel, The Bedford Hotel, a stone's throw from Guildhall Square.

The walks are bookable via the Tavistock Heritage Trust Website, at a cost of £5 per person.

This information is provided in good faith, but please check all final details with Tavistock Heritage Trust at the time of booking.