Best Buckland Abbey Walks |
Sir Francis Drake lived in Buckland Abbey (National Trust) near Buckland - Abbey , land owned by the monks.
You do not need to be a member of the National Trust for any of the walks
 | Pay & Display Free ticket issued to members . |
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 | What to explore? |
- Buckland Abbey (National Trust)
- Garden House in Buckland Monachorum
| Where to Eat? | |
 | Restaurant Buckfast Abbey |
Walk 1 Yellow Walk (1 mile )
Difficulty:
A very pleasant circular walk around Buckland Abbey.
You do not need to be a member of the National Trust to do this walk.
- It is a flat and easy walk, with no steps or stiles.
- Access for wheelchair and pushchair
This walk is ideal for exploring the grounds and history of Buckland Abbey , a popular option for families with young children.
Buckland Abbey Yellow Walk
| Walks near Buckland Abbey: | |
| Tamar Trails | |
 | Enjoy two of the best newly created family trails through woodland and an old mining landscape with spectacular views of the Tamar Valley near Tavistock. |
| Tavistock | |
 | Best town walks through this ancient tin producing market town. |
| Meavy | |
 | A great pub walk to Meavy and Burrator Reservoir with spectacular views of a dramatic landscape featured in the film 'War Horse' . |
| Princetown | |
 | Princetown offers the walker spectacular views of Dartmoor's almost volcanic landscapes. Relive a railway journey through quarries. |
Walk 2 Green Walk (2.6 miles)
Difficulty:
. It starts at the Cart Pond and takes in a variety of habitats, including woodland, meadow, and riverside.
Along the way, you can see a variety of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and birds. You can also find information about the history of the abbey and the estate.
| What to explore? |
- t the Cart Pond, used by the monks to water their animals.
- The remains of the abbey's fishponds
- Blue bells in spring
This walk includes a steady climb and descent.
Walk 3 Blue Walk (3 miles)
Difficulty:
This is a most popular walk. .
The route includes a steepish climb.
