Tavistock Town Council Designed & Hosted by PROJECT COSMIC 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 10,800 and a shoppers delight. Whatever your fancy - old books, bold cooks, the art scene or smart jeans there is enormous variety and choice.