Commemorative giving at Buckland Abbey
- Published:
- 17 July 2024
As a charity, the National Trust relies on the support of visitors, members and donors to be able to continue to look after special places like Buckland Abbey for everyone, for ever. If you're looking for ideas for a donation commemorating a special event, or giving in memory of a loved one, you can find out more below.
Garden benches
From the rose-filled Elizabethan Garden to the Abbey's sweeping lawns, the secluded Wild Garden to the beds of heritage fruit and veg, Buckland Abbey's grounds are a great place to relax, play or enjoy a picnic. We all know that finding that ideal spot to eat an ice cream or simply soak up a view is a special thing, so if you're looking for a perfect commemorative gift, why not consider a garden bench?
There are several locations across the gardens where we would like to either site new benches or replace existing ones which are coming to the end of their life. New benches will be made of solid oak which has been responsibly sourced, and designed to compliment the beautiful surroundings.
You can choose to have a loved one's initials engraved in the front of the bench should you wish, and we also have a commemorative book where you can leave a longer dedication.
If you'd like to find out more, or you're ready to make a donation, please contact us and we will send you an information pack and full terms and conditions.
FAQs
Scattering ashes
We understand that Buckland Abbey is a special place to so many people, and that you may wish to scatter a loved one's ashes in the beautiful grounds. This can be arranged, however due to the nature of the site where we have protected habitats and also tenanted farmland, the location would need to be agreed with a member of staff in advance. We also ask that you arrange a time and date with us before coming to scatter ashes, this will usually be outside of normal opening times.
We do not allow any kind of markers or memorials, but you would be welcome to leave a message in the property's commemorative book.
A donation of £100 is suggested which will contribute towards nature conservation at Buckland Abbey.
Other ways to donate
From gifts in wills to second hand bookshops, all donations made to Buckland Abbey or the National Trust help us to keep the places we care for special for everyone for ever. For more information, please see the links at the bottom of this page.
Donate to Buckland Abbey
Contact us
If you'd like to request an information pack or ask a question, please drop us a line via the main property email address.
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