Buckfast Abbey (R17)

On the way back from the three reservoirs we stopped at Buckfast Abbey.  It seemed so peaceful!


An ancient cross from the National Park, which is older than the Abbey

An ancient cross in front of the Methodist Chapel

The Sensory Garden - the perfume from the roses filled the air.

The giant Sequoia, older than the Abbey

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