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National Lottery Open Week at Buckland Abbey

As a thank you to National Lottery players for supporting our conservation work, we're offering free entry during National Lottery Open Week! Bring your lottery ticket or scratch card and explore Buckland Abbey for free.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This National Lottery Open Week (15th – 23rd of March), we’re saying yes to nature, beauty, and history! As a thank you to National Lottery players, we’re opening our doors and welcoming you to explore the incredible places your support helps to care for.

Whether you're discovering the wonders of nature, stepping into history, or simply enjoying the beauty of the outdoors, there's something for everyone to experience.

If you're a National Trust member, why not bring a friend along with you?

Booking in advance is not required.

To take part in this special offer, you need to show one National Lottery ticket (physical or digital), scratch card or Instant Win ticket per adult to get free entry at visitor reception. Photocopies won't be accepted. The ticket or scratch card can be used no matter when you bought it and up to four under-18s can accompany a lottery ticket holder for free. Each ticket can only be used once for entry. Terms and conditions apply.

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To take part in this special offer, you need to show one National Lottery ticket (physical or digital), scratch card or Instant Win ticket per adult to get free entry at visitor reception. Photocopies won't be accepted. The ticket or scratch card can be used no matter when you bought it and up to four under-18s can accompany a lottery ticket holder for free. Each ticket can only be used once for entry. Terms and conditions apply.

Upcoming events

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Write Your Own Fairytale Trail 

Buckland Abbey is a mystical place, follow the trail around the Abbey and gardens to create your own story!

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on
22 Feb to 30 Mar 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 36 other dates or times
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A History of the Abbey through its Art (guided tour) 

Join our volunteer guide to learn more about the artworks around the house.

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on
24 Feb to 27 Oct 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 35 other dates or times
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Medieval Architecture Tour 

Uncover the monastic past at Buckland as you take a walk with our volunteer Brian. You will discover fascinating architecture at every turn and understand better the story of Buckland Abbey before the dissolution of the monasteries.

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on
27 Feb to 30 Oct 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 35 other dates or times
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Piskie Easter Egg Hunt at Buckland Abbey 

This Easter join us at Buckland Abbey for an Easter Egg hunt, learn about piskies and how to keep them at bay!

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5 Apr to 22 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 17 other dates or times