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Great Big Green Week at Buckland Abbey

Celebrate Great Big Green week with a series of events in the house, garden and wider estate at Buckland Abbey.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Celebrate Great Big Green Week at Buckland Abbey with a series of events that support nature and conservation.

Garden events: Yoga posses in the Cider House Garden (6-14 June) - Head to the Cider House Garden to have a go at some yoga posses and unwind in nature.

Seed planting in the barn (dates TBC) - Head to the barn and plant your own seeds to take home.

Guided garden tours (dates TBC) - Join Senior Gardener Sam for a guided tour of the garden at Buckland Abbey.

Abbey events: Pests and insects spotter trail (6-14 June) - Spot and count the hidden pests and insects in each room of the abbey.

Conservation in action (dates TBC)- Join the house team for demonstrations on some of the conservation techniques used to protect and preserve the collection at Buckland Abbey.

Estate Events:

Ranger Ramble (TBC).

Guided estate walks (TBC).

Check back soon for dates and times of each event.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Booking details

Some events may require pre-booking. Check back soon for more information.

Suitability

Most events are suitable for all children

Meeting point

Various start points and dates. Please check with Visitor Welcome or on social media for individual event times.

What to bring and wear

Sensible shoes and clothing for the estate walks.

Accessibility

Some events take place on the wider estate, which is uneven and may be muddy. The walks will involve some slopes and uneven ground and will be slow, if you have any questions or concerns around accessibility please contact us. A buggy service is available to take visitors from the house and shop to the car park between 10am and 4.30pm (subject to volunteer availability).

Upcoming events

It's All About Status: A Costume Exhibition 

Discover the diverse clothing and materials worn by Tudor people, highlighting the styles and fabrics of the era.

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on
28 Apr to 29 Jun 2026
at 11:00 to 16:30+ 62 other dates or times

Monastic Buckland: A Guided Tour 

Uncover the monastic past at Buckland as you take a walk with our volunteer Brian. You will discover fascinating architecture at every turn and understand better the story of Buckland Abbey before the dissolution of the monasteries.

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on
7 May to 1 Oct 2026
at 14:00 to 15:30+ 5 other dates or times

May Half Term - Historic Food Trail 

Discover the different types of food grown and eaten at Buckland Abbey through the ages.

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on
23 May to 7 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 15 other dates or times

Historic Cooking 

Join our historical cooking team as they explore the seasons and festivals of the year in Buckland Abbey's kitchen.

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on
28 May to 31 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 13:30+ 11 other dates or times