Buckfast Abbey (Pictured) forms part of an active Benedictine monastery at Buckfast, near Buckfastleigh, Devon, England.


Buckfast first became home to an abbey in 1018. The first Benedictine abbey was followed by a Savignac abbey constructed on the site of the current abbey in 1134


One of Devon’s and the West Country’s best loved tourist attractions is THE SOUTH DEVON RAILWAY, the longest established steam railway in the south west. Running steam trains with heritage rolling stock, they offer a wonderful all-day, all-weather attraction for families and people of all ages. Just off the A38 at Buckfastleigh, very close to the famous Buckfast Abbey, or by train to Totnes on the Great Western main line.


The family run FOX TOR CAFÉ, located in the heart of Dartmoor, offers great homemade foods including main meals, delicious cakes and scones, and popular cream teas. Packed lunches are also available. Most dietary requirements are catered for but please call if you need detailed information. There are comfy sofas next to wood- burners to warm you up after a cold day on the moors. The bunkhouse sleeps 12 and is available to book all year round! You can have a single bed or the whole bunkhouse for your family or kayaking, walking or cycling groups. There are hard-tail mountain bikes to rent, giving you the chance to EXPLORE the best of Dartmoor. Muddy boots and paws are always welcome.


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