Buckland Abbey

Important notice -

Parts of the garden and estate are open. You will need to book your visit in advance. Check What’s On for the latest information and to book. You will be turned away if you arrive without a booking. Bookings every Friday.

Discovery, tranquillity and history – an ancient gem in the Tavy Valley landscape

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Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

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What's on

Please book ahead before visiting 

The cider house and main abbey gardens and the estate walks at Buckland Abbey are open; you’ll need to book tickets online or by calling 0344 249 1895 by 3pm the day before your visit. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We'll be releasing tickets every Friday. Please note we’ll be turning people away who arrive and haven't booked. We're looking forward to welcoming you back.

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Upcoming events

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Timed entry to Buckland Abbey (13 July - 19 July)

Mon 13 Jul 2020
10:00-10:30
Book your timed entry to visit Buckland Abbey.
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Things to see and do

Exploring outdoors at Buckland Abbey

The garden at Cider Cottage

A garden to relax in at Buckland Abbey 

Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Tavy valley in the garden at Buckland Abbey, surrounded by colourful borders and the sound of bird song. Please be aware that the main abbey garden and cider house garden are open, but the kitchen garden and wild garden are closed until further notice.

The beech avenue at Buckland Abbey

Around the Buckland Abbey estate 

Set off on an adventure through woods and fields, admiring spectacular views and soaking up the peace of Buckland's estate.

Family doing crafts

At home activities 

Take a look at some of these activities which can be enjoyed together at home or in your garden.

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Wildlife

Enjoy the peaceful estate at Buckland Abbey

Connecting to nature 

Spending time in nature can help our bodies, mind and soul and develop a love for the outdoors which will last a lifetime.

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History

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Buckland's history 

Discover more about the history of Buckland Abbey and its collections. Please be aware that the Abbey is currently closed.

The cider house garden at Buckland Abbey, Devon

In the footsteps of the monks 

An archaeological dig got underway around the old walls of the kitchen garden - find out here about the work we've been doing. Please be aware that the kitchen garden is closed until further notice.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Buckland Abbey on the National Trust Collections website

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