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Buckland Abbey

BUCKLAND ABBEY, Yelverton, PL20 6EY

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Originally a prosperous 13th-century Cistercian Abbey, and then home of the Grenville family, Buckland Abbey was sold to Sir Francis Drake in 1581, who lived there until his death in 1596. Several restored buildings house a fascinating exhibition about the Abbey's history. Among the exhibits is Drake's Drum, which is said to give warning of danger to England. There is an Elizabethan garden, estate walks and a letterbox trail.

Further information

Tel: 01822 853607
Fax: 01822 855448
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Prices

Abbey & grounds £9. Grounds only £4.50

Opening times

Open 11-19 Feb & 7-23 Dec, daily 11-4.30
24 Feb-4 Mar, Fri-Sun 11-4.30
9 Mar-4 Nov, daily 10.30-5.30
9 Nov-2 Dec, Fri-Sun 11-4.30

Facilities

Picnic area.
Restaurant.
Café.
Parking.
Coach parties welcome (must pre-book).
Giftshop.
No dogs (except assist dogs).

Buckland Abbey

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Directions

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off A386 0.25m S of Yelverton, signed

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