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Conservation In Action

Have you ever wondered how we look after the historic buildings and collections in our care?

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Learn how we look after the historic buildings and collections in our care.

September session will focus on looking after floors and November session is on ceramics.

This is suitable for Children and adults.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

In Lifetimes in the Abbey (top of the Abbey)

Upcoming events

Heritage Open Days: Visit Buckland Abbey for free 

As part of Heritage Open Days come and visit Buckland Abbey for free.

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on
16 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 5 other dates or times

Opening the Book: Music and Community in an early Tudor monastery 

A unique 600-year-old manuscript used by the Buckland Abbey monks returns to the Abbey.

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on
16 Sep to 31 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 45 other dates or times

Threads of Time: A Journey through clothing 

Follow the story of Buckland Abbey’s inhabitants through a costume exhibition showcasing their diverse lives and stories over the centuries.

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on
16 Sep to 30 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 16:30
+ 14 other dates or times

The oldest and youngest trees of Buckland Abbey: Woodland Walk 

Join Ranger Kate and our volunteer walk leaders for a walk through the woods, discovering the oldest and youngest trees of Buckland Abbey

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on
16 Sep 2025
at
13:00 to 15:00