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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · South West England

River Tavy

In or near Buckland Monachorum.

♿ Wheelchair: limited

River Tavy — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

The dam across the Tavy at Lopwell - geograph.org.uk - 3602061

David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Bere Ferrers · 2.8 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

River Tavy is a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

Photo gallery

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tamar-Tavy Estuary SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Tamar Valley

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The River Tavy, located in South-West England, is a significant natural feature rather than a traditional museum. It is known for its scenic landscapes and ecological importance. The river flows through the Dartmoor National Park, providing a habitat for various wildlife species.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
50.4667, -4.1500
County
Devon
District
South Hams
Parish
Bickleigh
Postcode
PL6 7BZ
Parliamentary constituency
South West Devon
Nearest railway station
Bere Ferrers2.8 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is River Tavy?
River Tavy is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL6 7BZ), in the parish of Bickleigh.
What is River Tavy?
River Tavy — a museum in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
How do I get to River Tavy?
The nearest railway station is Bere Ferrers, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode PL6 7BZ.
Is River Tavy a protected site?
Yes — River Tavy is part of the Tamar-Tavy Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Tamar Valley National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to River Tavy?
The nearest railway station is Bere Ferrers, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PL6 7BZ.