Tavistock Town Council

Working for the local community

The Town Council works continuously to improve the social and economic well-being of the community, striving to enhance and protect the natural and built heritage for all the people of Tavistock and to realise accountable, economic and efficient quality services through consultation with the community and in partnership with independent and public sectors.

Tavistock – Gateway to Cornwall and West Devon Mining World Heritage Site. Straddling the fast flowing river Tavy, below the western edge of Dartmoor, Tavistock stands in the heart of an area of tremendous natural beauty. It is a classic West Country Market Town, with a population of approximately 12,280 (as of 2011). The old streets radiate from Bedford Square and contain shops for every taste and need.

Within easy walking distance of the car parks and bus station you can find an eclectic mix of small independent shops, including delicatessens famous throughout the South West. Venture behind the Town Hall to discover the award winning and historic Pannier Market. The Town’s Market used to be held in Bank Square, now a car park, but was replaced in 1860 by a stone-built covered Pannier Market. The Market bustles with activity on most days of the week.

Our normal office hours are:
9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Thursday
9.00am to 4.30pm Friday

Please call: 01822 613529

For any queries or to make an appointment.

If however your call is with regard an emergency on Council-owned land only, please call the Emergency Out of Hours phone on 07714 222345.