May Half Term - Historic Food Trail
Discover the different types of food grown and eaten at Buckland Abbey through the ages.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Pick up a trail booklet and a pencil from visitor welcome and learn about the historic food that was grown on the estate through the years.
In the garden you will find lawn games. Why not challenge your friends and family to a game of bowling, croquet or cornhole?
Inside the abbey, you will find a food spotters trail.
The trail is free of charge, normal admission applies.
Please note, in the event of high winds, the Estate Walks at Buckland Abbey may be closed, including the trail route. The garden games on the lawn will remain accessible in these instances.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
Pick up your trail sheet from Visitor Welcome.
- What to bring and wear
Sensible shoes and clothing. This trail takes you on the Yellow Walking Route which can be muddy.
- Accessibility
The Yellow Walking Route is an accessible route. The indoor trail takes you inside the Abbey which requires the use of stairs.
Upcoming events
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Historic Cooking
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Great Big Green Week at Buckland Abbey
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