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Forgotten Fairy Tales

Get ready to learn about the forgotten origins of fairy tales from across the world.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Did you know the roots of many well-known fairy tales cover the globe?

This February half term explore the gardens at Buckland Abbey and discover the original fairy tale stories that can be found all over the world!

There are also craft opportunities and workshops: see our website for details.

Standard admission applies.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

This event is suitable for children of all ages when accompanied by an adult

Meeting point

Visitor Welcome

What to bring and wear

Wrap up warm and wear sensible footwear as the ground may get wet and muddy.

Accessibility

The trail will be accessible for buggies, wheelchairs and the tramper. Please refer to our map for accessible routes around Buckland Abbey.

Upcoming events

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Great Tudor Frost Fair 

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on
3 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 28 other dates or times
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Christmas Storytelling 

Join us at Buckland Abbey for some Christmas storytelling.

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on
9 Dec to 21 Dec 2023
at
12:00 to 15:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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Children's Christmas Block Printing Workshop (SOLD OUT) 

Join local artists Grace Coombes from Linnet Workshops to hand print your own Christmas gift wrap with festive lino blocks.

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on
10 Dec 2023
at
10:00 to 11:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Festive Crafting with Naturemake 

Join Naturemake for magical festive family craft workshops over the Christmas Holidays!

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on
17 Dec to 21 Dec 2023
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time