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Welcome to Buckfast Abbey, home to a Community of Roman Catholic Benedictine Monks; a place of beauty, tranquillity and spiritual nourishment.

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Located at the centre of a picturesque valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, our community lives a life of prayer, work and study according to the rule of St Benedict.

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Experience serenity and an inspirational day out at Buckfast Abbey. Nestled in a valley on the edge of Dartmoor, the Abbey is home to a working community of Benedictine monks and is one of the top tourist attractions in the Westcountry.

This jewel in Devon’s crown boasts a fascinating history: Founded by King Canute in 1018, Buckfast Abbey was at the heart of the community until Catholic monasteries were dissolved by King Henry VIII.

The site gradually fell into ruins, but several hundred years later, it was brought back to life by a group of exiled French monks. Between 1906 and 1937, they lovingly re-built the Abbey Church on the medieval foundations and re-established the monastery.

Ideally located mid-way between Plymouth and Exeter, the Abbey Church and gardens are visited by thousands of people every year. Entry is free and there is ample free parking.

Visitors can enjoy the extensive grounds – including The Sensory, Physic and award-winning Millennium Gardens. A highlight during the summer months is The Lavender Garden, boasting 50 varieties of this soothing and colourful plant.

The Abbey Church is a centre of musical excellence and hosts choirs and performers from the local area and wider afield. With its dramatic Lantern Ceiling, various art treasures and stunning Blessed Sacrament Chapel depicting a modern interpretation of Christ in stained glass, the church is a haven of peace.

Complementing the religious life of Buckfast Abbey, is the Monastic Way Exhibition. This inter-active attraction gives a fascinating insight into the lives of the monks at Buckfast along with a history of religious communities throughout Europe.

The Abbey shops have an extensive range of unusual gifts, cards, books, food and drink. Many items are made by monks and nuns across the continent. Also on sale is Buckfast Abbey fudge, hand-made in the monastery kitchens.

No visit would be complete without a stop at The Grange Restaurant. Delicious cream teas, home-made lunches, cakes and pastries are available, with the emphasis on locally produced ingredients. The Grange has a glass-covered outside seating area, affording great views of the gardens and the surrounding countryside.

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Nestled in the shadow of Dartmoor, in a beautiful wooded valley beside the river Dart, Buckfast Abbey is a working monastery offering visitors a tranquil refuge from the hectic pace of everyday life.

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The Abbey is a working monastery where a community of Benedictine monks live self sufficiently, welcoming visitors from all around the world.

At the heart of the site is the abbey church, a spiritual haven with an overwhelming sense of peace. The church is surrounded by gardens which in the summer come alive with colour. Spacious lawns and three specialist garden areas are maintained for pleasure and relaxation. These comprise a lavender garden, a physic garden and a sensory garden.

A gentle stroll along well laid paths leads to carefully thought out areas which help to aid in a relaxing visit. Many gems and hidden garden areas are also there for the finding, including the 'secret garden’. 

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The Royal Horticultural Society 2017 – Malvern Spring Festival The garden setting is a tranquil scene. At the heart of the garden is a stag in a glade of silver birches drinking from a pool. Around this scene is a meandering path suggesting a river bed. The motto of the Abbey is taken from psalm 41/42: “As a deer longs for flowing streams, so longs my soul for you, O God.” The name Buckfast means ‘land of the deer’ and the Abbey is on the banks of the River Dart. The garden commemorates Buckfast Abbey’s upcoming millennium. The Buckfast Garden won the RHS Show Garden SILVER MEDAL and also the BEST IN SHOW from the public vote.

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Nestled on the southern slopes of Dartmoor, in a beautiful wooded valley beside the river Dart, Buckfast Abbey offers visitors a tranquil refuge from the hectic pace of everyday life.

The Abbey is a working monastery where a community of Benedictine monks live self-sufficiently, welcoming visitors from all around the world.

At the heart of the site is the Abbey Church, a spiritual haven for the many thousands of visitors who come each year.

There is an overwhelming sense of peace as soon as you enter the grounds with the church surrounded by gardens which in the summer come alive with colour.

Within the Abbey precinct, visitors can browse in the Bookshop or visit the Monastic Shop which has an extraordinary array of products made by nuns and monks across Europe.

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There is also a gift shop and information point by the Westgate entrance.

In the Grange Restaurant, you can relax and enjoy tea and homemade cakes or choose from a range of hot meals and light snacks which are changed daily.

If you have more time, stay overnight in our Northgate House Hotel the perfect base to explore the surrounding countryside.

Escape for a while at Buckfast – worlds away from the busy rush of the everyday and just a few minutes from the A38.

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Buckfast Abbey is closing most of its site to the public in response to the escalating COVID-19 pandemic.

The Grange Restaurant, the Monastic Way Exhibition and the shops are shut until further notice. All garden events, concerts and beekeeping courses have also been postponed.

The Abbey Church and the gardens remain open.

Buckfast Abbey’s General Manager, Jonathan Deacon, said: “We have taken these steps following recommendations from Public Health England to safeguard our visitors, monastic community and staff. We believe these actions are both responsible and measured in the current circumstances. Further decisions may be taken in due course as a result of developments with the pandemic.”

Please check the Abbey’s Facebook page here for further updates. Alternatively, visit the website at  www.buckfast.org.uk  or call 01364 645500.

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Dartmouth is the gateway to Dartmoor National Park, a vast area of sparsely inhabited moorland covering approximately 600 square miles.

Enjoy panoramic views of Dartmoor. Steeped in legend and myth, your guide will recount some of the age-old stories of this vast wilderness. Pass the Victorian prison at Princetown as you head into the heart of Dartmoor. Pause for photographs at scenic points along the way.

On the edge of the moor lies Buckfast Abbey. The original 11th-century Buckfast Abbey fell into ruin after the dissolution of the monasteries. Four monks returned in 1882 and in 1906 began the monumental task of rebuilding the church themselves. It took them 31 years, a feat made even more remarkable by the fact that only one of them had previous building experience. This splendid church is a mix of early English and Norman styles, and the only feature distinguishing it from the original is that it looks ‘new’. A video presentation and small exhibition explains the monks’ achievement and their present-day work. They are famous for their stained glass, and the abbey contains plenty of fine examples.

Enjoy time at leisure at Buckfast Abbey before returning to Dartmouth.

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Walking information: Minimal walking inside the Abbey and the gardens.

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The historic monastery of Buckfast Abbey is free to enter, home to a working community of Roman Catholic Benedictine Monks. Located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, the Abbey is a haven of peace and tranquillity.  

Renowned for its stunning Abbey Church with its Lantern Ceiling and its extensive grounds, visitors can also enjoy choral and organ music recitals and delicious lunches and cream teas offered in The Grange Restaurant. There is also a pizzeria on site. Peruse the gift shop and the recently opened Green Hub. Don’t miss the Monastic Way Exhibition, an immersive life experience as a monk.

Individuals and larger groups can find peace while strolling through the Abbey’s grounds. Bespoke tailor-made tours can be arranged, and booking is essential. The Grange Christmas lunch menu is available from 27 th November to 22 December (weekdays only and excluding 30 th Nov and 1 st Dec), with the price held at last year’s.

The newly refurbished Conference Centre is an inspiring space for events and meetings, accommodating up to 200 delegates. Mark your calendars for the Christmas Market on 30 th November – 2 nd December 2023. This year, it’s staying open until 9 p.m. on the Friday with some excellent entertainment lined up.

For longer stays, there is a comfortable 33-bedroom Hotel Northgate House with additional self-catering accommodation and a large 50-bed building for groups. For those seeking retreats, we offer monastery accommodation for men and have newly refurbished accommodation for women and couples. Why not celebrate New Year’s Eve with us this year? You’ll have dinner, a glass of fizz, live music, a double or twin room and all for £300 for two people (two sharing one room), and the best bit late check out the next day.

There are concerts throughout the year at Buckfast Abbey with world-renowned performers. Check out the website for what’s on during your next visit. Easily accessible from Exeter, Plymouth, Buckfast Abbey is conveniently located just off the A38 Devon Expressway. Open between 10 am – 4:30 pm, and there is ample free parking for coaches and cars.

To plan your next visit and for more information, visit www.buckfast.org.uk

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Have a Drop of ‘Buckie’, Buckfast Abbey’s Famous Tonic Wine

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The monks at Buckfast Abbey are known for their beekeeping skills and tonic wine. Situated on the edge of Dartmoor, the Abbey attracts almost half a million visitors a year.

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Make a Beeline For Buckfast Honey

If your luck’s in, buy a jar of Buckfast honey. It sells out quickly. The honey is produced in over 200 hives distributed around the Abbey grounds and local farms and orchards. As a centre of expertise, the Bee Department runs an excellent programme of community talks, home apiary visits and bee-keeping courses.

Go For a Garden Stroll

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In addition to Buckfast wine and honey, browse enticing products from other monasteries across Europe. How about taking home a bottle of Chartreuse, a spice cake from a Breton abbey or chocolate from Caldey Island?

  • Sit on the restaurant terrace overlooking the lavender garden and enjoy wafts of scent from over 150 varieties
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On Stir Up Sunday, add Buckfast tonic wine to your Christmas cake or pudding for a heavenly twist.

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Moscow Food Tasting & Walking Tour

Sample the unique flavours of Moscow with this food tour that lasts for 3 hours and features more than 15 different food and drink tastings. Weave in and out of small alleys in the city centre while enjoying the best food spots in town. See Moscow like a local while trying classic dishes from local breakfast haunts, bustling markets, the oldest monastery in Moscow, and dumpling cafes where you can taste authentic dumplings and enjoy local coffee.

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  1. Day Trip to Buckfast Abbey

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  3. Buckfast Abbey (Buckfastleigh)

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  1. Buckfast Abbey

    [email protected] Abbey Church is open from 7.45am - 8.20pm (7.00pm on Saturday). The gardens, and Shops are open 10am - 4.30pm daily; on Sundays Shops open 11.30am - 4.30pm.

  2. Buckfast Abbey

    About. Experience serenity and an inspirational day out at Buckfast Abbey. Nestled in a valley on the edge of Dartmoor, the Abbey is home to a working community of Benedictine monks and is one of the top tourist attractions in the Westcountry. This jewel in Devon's crown boasts a fascinating history: Founded by King Canute in 1018, Buckfast ...

  3. Buckfast Abbey, Buckfastleigh

    Buckfast Abbey tour in march. Mar 2020 • Solo. I visited Buckfast Abbey on Wednesday. It is a very beautiful place with church, museum , souvenir shop, garden, green lawn and restaurants. This ab ey is very close to the Otter Sanctuary. If someone wants to visit the museum should go before 1 pm as the museum closes at 3 PM though the abbey ...

  4. Buckfast Abbey

    Buckfast Abbey Church is open from 7.45am - 8.20pm (7.00pm on Saturday), the gardens, and Visitor Welcome Centre are open 10am - 4.30pm daily; on Sundays open 11.30am - 4.30pm. The Abbey Church, car park & gardens are free to the public. Located at the centre of a picturesque valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, Buckfast Abbey is home to a community of Roman Catholic Benedictine Monks ...

  5. Buckfastleigh Buckfast Abbey

    View map. The Abbey is a working monastery where a community of Benedictine monks live self sufficiently, welcoming visitors from all around the world. At the heart of the site is the abbey church, a spiritual haven with an overwhelming sense of peace. The church is surrounded by gardens which in the summer come alive with colour.

  6. Buckfast Abbey

    Buckfast Abbey forms part of an active Benedictine monastery at Buckfast, near Buckfastleigh, Devon, England. Buckfast first became home to an abbey in 1018. ... Various tours are offered at the site. The hair shirt of Roman Catholic Saint Thomas More is now preserved at a side altar in the Abbey. In ...

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    A tour of the Ruffatti factory 360 degree from Buckfast Abbey Tower November 2020 Sensory Garden Fountain Water Features at Buckfast Abbey RHS Malvern Spring Festival ... Buckfast Abbey, Buckfastleigh, Devon. TQ11 0EE. Tel: 01364 645500. [email protected].

  8. A Visitor's Guide to Buckfast Abbey

    Description. This fascinating souvenir guide to Buckfast Abbey - a Benedictine monastery dramatically situated on the edge of Dartmoor - focuses on the history of the building and the monastic community within, and provides a tour of the church and gardens. The Abbey welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year, who are drawn by its tranquility ...

  9. Buckfast Abbey

    Escape for a while at Buckfast - worlds away from the busy rush of the everyday and just a few minutes from the A38. COVID-19 update. Buckfast Abbey is closing most of its site to the public in response to the escalating COVID-19 pandemic. The Grange Restaurant, the Monastic Way Exhibition and the shops are shut until further notice.

  10. Step Inside Buckfast Abbey

    Buckfast Abbey is nestled in a valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. It is one of Devon's top attractions. the top days out in Devon for families.It ...

  11. Dartmoor & Buckfast Abbey

    Buckfast Abbey. Dartmouth is the gateway to Dartmoor National Park, a vast area of sparsely inhabited moorland covering approximately 600 square miles. Enjoy panoramic views of Dartmoor. Steeped in legend and myth, your guide will recount some of the age-old stories of this vast wilderness. Pass the Victorian prison at Princetown as you head ...

  12. THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Buckfastleigh

    It is free to enter Buckfast Abbey, the car park and grounds, however we do make a £2 charge to visit our Monastic Way Exhibition. 11 year olds and under are free. (The Exhibition is open Mon to Sat 10am until 4pm with last admittance at 3.30pm. It is closed on Sundays.)

  13. Plan your next coach trip to Buckfast Abbey

    The historic monastery of Buckfast Abbey is free to enter, home to a working community of Roman Catholic Benedictine Monks. Located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, the Abbey is a haven of peace and tranquillity. ... Individuals and larger groups can find peace while strolling through the Abbey's grounds. Bespoke tailor-made tours can ...

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    449. Buckfast Abbey Barry Lewis on Flickr (Creative Commons) The lovely, historic Buckfast Abbey in Buckfastleigh, England has been around since the late 1800s and is home to a traditional order ...

  15. The Bells of Buckfast Abbey, Devon

    Buckfast Abbey has a ring of 12 bells and a bourdon in the tower. Access to the ringing room takes you through a gallery from which the earlier ring of 12 us...

  16. What's at Buckfast Abbey? A tour with the Abbot

    A tour with the Abbot Abbot David gave John Acres a behind the scenes tour at Buckfast Abbey and pointed out the historical significance of what is on show. Release date:

  17. Buckfast Abbey Wine

    Situated on the edge of Dartmoor, the Abbey attracts almost half a million visitors a year. Buckfast Abbey in Devon home to Buckfast tonic wine. The 6th century Benedictine principle of living by the labour of their own hands is alive and well here. Visit Buckfast Abbey for a stroll around the peaceful gardens and to see the Abbey.

  18. Moscow

    Price per person. 649,27. View details. About the tour Reviews 10. 8 days / 7 nights. St. Petersburg Moscow. We offer you a unique opportunity to visit Russia's two largest cities, Moscow and St. Petersburg. This fascinating, week-long tour will take you to the historic Russian capitals that have always played the most important part in the ...

  19. Walking Tour: Central Moscow from the Arbat to the Kremlin

    This tour of Moscow's center takes you from one of Moscow's oldest streets to its newest park through both real and fictional history, hitting the Kremlin, some illustrious shopping centers, architectural curiosities, and some of the city's finest snacks. Start on the Arbat, Moscow's mile-long pedestrianized shopping and eating artery ...

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    8 - Guided Tour of the Tretyakov Gallery. As one of the world's most important galleries, the Tretyakov Gallery is a must-see for any art lovers and is one of the best Moscow tours for culture vultures. Learn about the masterworks of Pablo Tretyakov with a guided tour and discover the secrets behind the paintings.

  21. London: Westminster Walking Tour & Westminster Abbey Visit

    Please bring an umbrella, wear a comfortable pair of shoes, and bring drinks and snacks. Your tour guide will guide you to Westminster Abbey after the walking tour but will not accompany you inside. From $88.72 per person. Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today. Product ID: 184061.