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Christmas at Buckland Abbey: Arthurian Legends

Get fantastical this Christmas and celebrate the festive season with King Arthur.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Step into the Great Barn and into a forest of trees which will transport you into the story of King Arthur.

You'll be surrounded by beautiful twinkling trees where you can listen to the story of Gawain and the Green Knight before you step forward to see a wicker sculpture of the battle itself!

Be sure not to miss the tallest tree at the end of the Barn where you will see the mythical Excalibur surrounded by stars.

The Abbey will be decorated ready for King Arthur to celebrate Christmas with his Knights, Guinevere and Merlin.

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children of all ages welcome

Meeting point

Head to Visitor Welcome.

What to bring and wear

Wrap up warm as the Great Barn can get cold.

Accessibility

The Great Barn has step-free access via a ramp. The ground floor of the Abbey is accessible via a ramp - please contact the office or check the access statements for further information.

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