Welcome

Peter Tavy looking south from the Church Tower Welcome to the website of Peter Tavy Parish Council.

Here you will find information about the Parish Council, its members, meetings and activities.

FORTHCOMING ROAD CLOSURE:

Devon County Council have announced that from Wednesday 19^th June 2019 to Friday 21^st June and on Monday 24^th June, the “road from Village Hall to Paisleymead, Peter Tavy, junction with road past Coppythorne to junction with Bridleway 192 will be temporarily closed.
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This website also offers an introduction to the Parish of Peter Tavy and its history.

There are also details and contact information for local groups and organisations, and news of events in the Parish.

News and Events (click on title for full details)

Fitness Classes in the Village Hall
Dave Coles has launched a new Fitness Class – designed for all ages and abilities – in the Village Hall on Wednesday evenings at 7.00pm. First meeting is on Wednesday 7th August at 7.00pm.
Needle Felting Class
Tuesday 22nd October 7.00pm – 9.00pm: Another opportunity to join Julia Terry’s Needle Felting Class – Come along to try this easy craft and make something special for Christmas. £10 per head, including tuition and all materials. To book, call Jayne on 810277 (preferably eve.). Places are limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Working in the Prison Service
Tuesday 1st October 7.30pm: Talk by local man Bob Stacey about Working in the Prison Service – Bob worked at HMP Dartmoor and will be telling us about the work of the Prison Service.
Whist Drives
7.30pm: Whist Drive in the Village Hall Our season of whist drives re-starts on Tuesday September 10th, and continues on each second Tuesday of the month. Come along and enjoy playing whist – whether you are a beginner and want to learn, or are more experienced. £3 per head to include tea/coffee and biscuits – and […]
Lily Neill – The Story of the Harp
Our next VIA concert – on Saturday 19th October will be LILY NEILL – “The Story of the Harp”. Lily is an internationally-acclaimed harpist who, as a child, played for President Clinton and with Irish supergroup “The Chieftans”. She has toured widely, from Toronto to Tatarstan! Her show presents the musical history of the harp, […]
Harvest in the Barn
Sunday 15th September We’re looking forward to returning to the Barn at Chubb Farm, hosted by Edward and Sandra Dodd, for a celebration led by Rev. Paul Smith and Rev. Steve Emery-Wright. Watch out for posters with more information.
American Square Dance in the Barn!
Saturday 14th September 7.30pm – 10.30pm We are pleased to announce that Peter Tavy’s 2nd Annual Old-Time American Square Dance will take place on Saturday, September 14th Tony Mates – from Seattle – is returning to again call the dances. Tony’s grandfather grew up here in Peter Tavy and last year Tony brought an evening of Square Dancing back […]
St Peter’s Church Open Day
Saturday 14th September 10.00am – 5.00pm When friends and family come to visit in Peter Tavy, many of us will take them out to show off some of our area’s rich heritage, from the historic buildings of Tavistock to the beautiful National Trust properties around us. But don’t forget, here in the village we have […]
Peter Tavy Plod and Fun Run
Monday 26th August The 5 mile Peter Tavy Plod run starts from the Peter Tavy Cross and returns via a loop on moorland tracks and trails. Entry is £8. *The Fun Run starts at 12.45 and is a 1 mile multi-terrain loop costing £3 to enter. All profits to Charity. Registration/number collection is from 11:30 at […]
Messy Church Fun Evening
Thursday 15th August – 3.00pm – 7.00pm We’ll be having a BBQ and games and everyone is welcome to join us at the Methodist Church. Kids – for sure, water will be involved so do remember to bring along a change of clothes! NB : A responsible adult must accompany each child. (Alternatively – a responsible child must […]
Peter Tavy Village Fayre
All the fun of a traditional village fayre! Bank Holiday Monday 26th August 2019 – gates open at 2.00pm. Please help out if you can – setting up from 9.00am. Also before then, please come and join us on Friday 16th August, 6.30pm, putting up bunting around the village, and on Friday 23rd August at […]
Evening Footpath Walks!
On the last Tuesday of each month throughout the Summer – starting on Tuesday 28th May. Meet at the Village Hall by 6.50pm promptly. Walks vary from 2 to 6 miles – all able walkers welcome. Wear suitable clothing and footwear. No dogs, please, as we may cross stiles or fields of cattle.
Bulk Buy Fuel Loans
We know living without mains gas can be expensive. If you rely on oil, Calor gas, LPG, wood or coal to heat your home, we may be able to help you to spread the cost of your bulk buy over six months* Find out more: call 01823 461099, or email enquiries@wrcic.org.uk Your local, not-for-profit lender […]
Soup & Dessert Lunches and Messy Church
Come and join the fun at Peter Tavy Methodist Church at our… SOUP LUNCHES – meet up with friends and neighbours for a chat, and enjoy delicious soups and desserts between 12.00 noon and 1.30pm on the following Thursdays: 14th February; 14th March; 11th April; 9th May MESSY CHURCH – fun, friendship and learning as […]
Accidents at the A386 Junction
The Council raised a Freedom of Information request regarding the junction of the A386 with the road to Peter Tavy asking just how many accidents have there been at this junction? The request has now been answered and we are told that there have been FOUR incidents in the last ten years. The Council is […]
Planning Applications
Don’t forget that you can view planning applications in Peter Tavy on the DNPA website at http://www.dartmoor.gov.uk/living-and-working/planning
Don’t Forget the Mobile Library!
The Mobile Library Service van calls every four weeks, stopping at the bottom on Church Lane on a Wednesday morning, once a month, from 10.00 to 10.30am. The van carries a range of books for adults, teenagers and young children, including Large Print titles and audio books, and can order in any particular books you’re […]
Report a Pothole to Devon County Council
A reminder that you can “Report a Pothole” to Devon County Council on www.devon.gov.uk/roadsnadtransport/report-a-problem They like a photo to be added, but this is not essential. The pothole should be “over 40mm deep and greater than 300mm wide” (That’s 1 ¾ “ deep and 11 ¾ “ wide if, like me, you still work in old […]

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