Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, TQ13 9LZ

Bovey Tracey is a town and civil parish in Devon, England. It is located on the edge of Dartmoor, which gives rise to the slogan used on the town's boundary signs: The Gateway to the Moor. It is often known locally as Bovey. About 10 miles (16 km) south‑west of Exeter, it lies on the A382 road, about halfway between Newton Abbot and Moretonhampstead. The village is at the centre of the electoral ward of Bovey. At the 2021 census, it had a population of 7,996, which was an increase on the 7,168 recorded in the 2011 census. The town’s setting on the edge of Dartmoor provides a rural character with access to natural landscapes, while its proximity to larger towns such as Newton Abbot offers convenient transport links. Bovey Tracey’s designation as the Gateway to the Moor highlights its role as an entry point to the scenic Dartmoor area, making it appealing for those who appreciate a blend of countryside ambience and accessibility to urban amenities.