Buckfast Abbey
21 June 2022
Home to a Roman Catholic community of Benedictine Monks, Buckfast Abbey is a living monastery that is open to visitors. You can pick up some Buckfast Tonic Wine or handmade gifts in the Monastic Produce shop.
Places To Visit near Buckfastleigh
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Buckfast Abbey
Home to a Roman Catholic community of Benedictine Monks, Buckfast Abbey is a living monastery that is open to visitors. You can pick up some Buckfast Tonic Wine or handmade gifts in the Monastic Produce shop.
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Dartmoor Otters and Buckfast Butterflies
Two very different species living happily in one sanctuary. See butterflies emerging in tropical surroundings at the butterfly farm and gain an insight into the secret underwater life of otters as you watch them from specially constructed glass enclosures. Visit the shop for otter and butterfly gifts. There are also facilities for treating any sick or injured otters that are brought to the sanctuary.
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The Shops at Dartington
This former apple-pressing mill is now a stylish shopping centre, with plenty to do for all the family, whatever the weather. Explore the shops and galleries where you'll find a unique collection of gifts including luxury food, Dartington Crystal, jewellery, ceramics and books, or relax in one of the cafes or picnic areas. Children will enjoy the traditional toy shops and play-zone. There is also a woodland trail around the old Tweedmill with its working waterwheel, onto the Dartington Estate. All profits go to supporting the charitable activities of the Dartington Hall Trust.
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China Blue
Create your own piece of art with a hands on pottery session, delve into the Aladin's cave of a shop or relax with a cuppa in the cafe. Great fun for a rainy day.
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Dartington Hall
Dance, arts, film, contemporary performance, literature, music - there's a year-round programme of events at this wonderful medieval house set on a 1,200 acre estate by the River Dart.
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Elizabethan House & Museum
Entry to the museum is through the Elizabethan merchant's shop. There you'll find reception and to the rear the herb garden and museum. Children will love the chance to dress up in the Victorian nursery. Take part in the quiz sheet, available from volunteers.
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Pennywell Farm and Wildlife Centre
Cute animals, quad bikes, mazes, train rides and trampolines - they won't know where to begin.
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South Devon Railway Trust
Step back in time and chug along beside the River Dart with a trip on the Buckfastleigh to Totnes railway. First opened in 1872, the route was re-opened as a preserved steam line in 1969. At Buckfastleight station there is a railway museum, model railway shop, picnic area, maze and children's play area.
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The Valiant Soldier Museum
Go back in time with a visit to this former pub which originally closed in 1960 and has recently re-opened to give visitors a taste of a bygone era.
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Timehouse The Time Travellers Museum
Spread over four floors, this museum is an eclectic mix of records, posters and memorabilia. Entry into the museum shop is through Narnia. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
Places To Visit near Buckfastleigh
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Dartmoor Otters and Buckfast Butterflies
7 January 2014
Two very different species living happily in one sanctuary. See butterflies emerging in tropical surroundings at the butterfly farm and gain an insight into the secret underwater life of otters as you watch them from specially constructed glass enclosures. Visit the shop for otter and butterfly gifts. There are also facilities for treating any sick or injured otters that are brought to the sanctuary.
The Shops at Dartington
20 September 2012
This former apple-pressing mill is now a stylish shopping centre, with plenty to do for all the family, whatever the weather. Explore the shops and galleries where you'll find a unique collection of gifts including luxury food, Dartington Crystal, jewellery, ceramics and books, or relax in one of the cafes or picnic areas. Children will enjoy the traditional toy shops and play-zone. There is also a woodland trail around the old Tweedmill with its working waterwheel, onto the Dartington Estate. All profits go to supporting the charitable activities of the Dartington Hall Trust.
China Blue
20 September 2012
Create your own piece of art with a hands on pottery session, delve into the Aladin's cave of a shop or relax with a cuppa in the cafe. Great fun for a rainy day.
Dartington Hall
Dance, arts, film, contemporary performance, literature, music - there's a year-round programme of events at this wonderful medieval house set on a 1,200 acre estate by the River Dart.
Elizabethan House & Museum
Entry to the museum is through the Elizabethan merchant's shop. There you'll find reception and to the rear the herb garden and museum. Children will love the chance to dress up in the Victorian nursery. Take part in the quiz sheet, available from volunteers.
Pennywell Farm and Wildlife Centre
Cute animals, quad bikes, mazes, train rides and trampolines - they won't know where to begin.
South Devon Railway Trust
Step back in time and chug along beside the River Dart with a trip on the Buckfastleigh to Totnes railway. First opened in 1872, the route was re-opened as a preserved steam line in 1969. At Buckfastleight station there is a railway museum, model railway shop, picnic area, maze and children's play area.
The Valiant Soldier Museum
Go back in time with a visit to this former pub which originally closed in 1960 and has recently re-opened to give visitors a taste of a bygone era.
Timehouse The Time Travellers Museum
Spread over four floors, this museum is an eclectic mix of records, posters and memorabilia. Entry into the museum shop is through Narnia. Well behaved dogs are welcome.