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Buckland Abbey and its collection

Buckland Abbey
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700-year-old building with fine 16th-century great hall, associated with Elizabethan seafarers Drake and Grenville. Tucked away in its own secluded valley above the River Tavy, Buckland was originally a small but influential Cistercian monastery. Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate features exhibits related to: religion, architecture, maritime and personalities. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: elizabethan seafaring, sir richard grenville and sir francis drake.

ITAbbazia di Buckland
FRAbbaye de Buckland
ENBuckland Abbey, Garden and Estate - National Trust

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology Nature & Natural History Nature & Natural History Historic house Religion Maritime Person & Artist Garden & Park

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#98 Nature & Natural History in England #87 Gardens & parks in England #173 Historic houses in England #21 Maritime museums in England #58 Person & artist museums in England #34 Religion museums in England #109 Nature & Natural History in United Kingdom #97 Gardens & parks in United Kingdom #26 Maritime museums in United Kingdom #68 Person & artist museums in United Kingdom #41 Religion museums in United Kingdom #96 Maritime museums in Europe

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Buckland Abbey
Buckland
PL20 6EY Yelverton

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Opening hours

Abbey
15th Feb - 2nd Nov 11am - 4:30pm (last entry at 4pm)
29th Nov - 4th Jan 11am - 3:30pm (last entry at 3pm)

Estate, gardens, café, shop & Ox Yard Gallery
15th Feb - 2nd Nov 10am - 5pm (last entry at 4pm)
29th Nov - 4th Jan 10am - 4pm (last entry at 3pm)
Last orders at the café 30 minutes before closing

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Admission

Abbey and grounds
Adult: £17.00
Child: £8.50
Under 5's: Free
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £42.50
Family with one adult: £25.50
Group (15+) Adult: £16.15
Group (15+) child £8.08

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Facilities

Museum shop
Restaurant
Parking
Coffee
Child-friendly

Location & Map

Buckland, Yelverton

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Exhibitions

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Buckland Abbey Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate offers visitors a rich historical experience in Yelverton, England. This former Cistercian monastery, later converted into the home of Sir Francis Drake, provides a blend of medieval and Tudor history. The abbey's architecture reflects its evolution over centuries, with visitors appreciating the well-preserved Great Barn and the Drake Gallery. The museum houses an interesting collection of artifacts, including Sir Francis Drake's drum and some period furniture, which help illustrate life in different eras. The gardens and estate surrounding the abbey are particularly praised, offering beautiful walks and views of the Devon countryside. Visitors often enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and the opportunity to explore both indoors and outdoors. However, some guests mention that certain areas of the abbey can feel a bit dark or cramped, and occasionally find the historical information provided could be more comprehensive. The tea room receives mixed reviews, with some praising the quality of refreshments while others find it somewhat overpriced. Overall, Buckland Abbey provides a solid historical and natural experience, though it may not cater to everyone's interests equally.

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