Crunch through the autumn leaves at Buckland Abbey

It’s always a good time to explore the great outdoors during October and November, especially as the autumnal colour starts to appear. Around the estate, trees are starting to show their autumn colours, leaves are beginning to drop and new views of the Tavy Valley are starting to appear – you can come and enjoy our estate walks daily as we’re open from 10.30am throughout October and November. Even if its pouring down with rain, the woodlands provide welcome shelter but you can also head indoors for your last chance to see our Rembrandt self-portrait in situ, along with tales of Drake and delicious cake.

As it gradually gets colder outdoors, the first signs of Christmas start to appear. Our annual Christmas Craft and Food Fair returns on 12-13 November. With over 40 stalls attending with some of the finest food, drink and crafts from the local area there is something for everyone. This year we’re operating a free park and ride service for all, running every 10 minutes from Harrowbeer Aerodrome to Buckland Abbey (with free blue badge parking at Buckland Abbey only). At £3 entry to the fair for non-members free entry for National Trust members and a free park and ride bus – it’s the ideal place to pick up that perfect gift this Christmas.

For more information about what’s happening when and our full opening times visit our website www.nationaltrust.org.uk/buckland, give us a call on 01822 853607 or follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

Upcoming Events:

Walk and Soup,

6 and 25 October, 11am start

Join Buckland’s rangers and fellow visitors for a guided walk off the beaten track around the estate to admire the marvellous autumnal colour. Finish off with a hearty bowl of soup and bread in the Ox Yard. Booking essential, £11 per person (includes admission to the property and soup). Call 01822 853607 to book.

Buckland’s Great Barn Dance

22 October, 6-10pm

Join us for a raucous evening of dancing and making merry as we welcome ‘Fox Amongst the Chickens’ to perform in Buckland’s Great Barn for a traditional barn dance. Booking essential, tickets costs £5 adults, £3 children plus booking fee. Visit our website or call 0344 249 1895 to book.