Name: Hartland Abbey
Address: Red Lion Hotel, Bideford, England, EX39 5TF, GB
Telephone: 01237 441234

Discover the stunning gardens of Hartland Abbey, an enchanting 12th-century ancestral home nestled in North Devon's breath-taking landscape.

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Hartland Abbey

Hartland Abbey is a 12th-century former monastery turned manor house located in Hartland, Stoke, Bideford in North Devon, England

The house is historically significant for its association with the powerful Stucley family and with the local religion, mysticism and witchcraft that originated in Devon and Cornwall

Visitors can explore the former abbey, which includes surviving Romanesque architecture, along with an ancient gatehouse and 13th-century chapel

A tour of the house provides fascinating insights into what life was like on a large country estate, including a wine cellar and traditional kitchen

The grounds also offer insight into the history of Hartland Abbey; visitors can enjoy tranquil walks and explore historic gardens, orchards and woodland

Alongside the manor house, a wider range of attractions can be found on the estate, such as an infantry museum, craft shop and café

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Contact Information

01237 441234

Hartland Abbey Reviews

Elegant 1790s mansion with decor from medieval to Victorian eras, plus gardens leading to the sea.

Below are the latest reviews of Hartland Abbey.

4.4

Based on 497 reviews

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Opening Hours:

Monday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address: Hartland, Stoke, Bideford EX39 6DT, UK

Julia W

a week ago

Lovely grounds for a walk and great guides in the house providing a the background and story of the house. Small exhibition with details of the many tv programmes and films where the abbey had been used as a location. The tea shop was really welcoming and helpful, accommodating our two year old. Great cream tea with gluten free scones.

Amanda Kirkman

7 months ago

Spent nearly all day on the grounds despite the heat, walked up to the beach, around the walled gardens which are fabulous. Stopped for homemade cake and coffee at the café. Didn't go in the Abbey as we have a dog but did go into the little exhibition one by one downstairs, who knew how many movies made use of the grounds and buildings.

Adelin Hare

6 months ago

Beautiful place to visit. Walked the mile to the coast, with stunning views along the way. Been twice in the same week. Tea room has lovely scones.

Mark Boughen

7 months ago

Lovely visit in August 23. Only paid for the gardens as we had our dog with us. The tearoom is an absolute delight with a superb choice of cakes and savouries. We loved the exhibition highlighting all the movies and TV programs that have been filmed on and around the estate. The walk down to the beach is a definite must do. The cliffs are spectacular with their amazing geological twists and turns. Would love to come back and spend some time in Blackpool Mill cottage which can be rented out.

Richards Family

4 months ago

Came back in August because our girls are mildly obsessed with Mallory Towers and we wanted an easily happy day out whilst on holiday. We all loved it, because it's not your everyday stately home, it's a home that happens to be stately, lived in, loved, and welcoming, a family day somewhere that reminded me of tales from parents of how houses were opened up by their families back in pre National Trust curation, room guides and branded gift shops (we like those too but there's room for everything). The gardens and grounds were lovely, the walled garden is a gem as is Lady Stucley who I think became the highlight for the girls, the walk to the beach through the woods mercifully cool and shady. O, and the sandwiches were spot on in the tearooms.

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