A retreat is your chance to step aside from life for a while, to rest and just 'be' in a welcoming, peaceful place.
Buckfast Abbey
Retreat Centre Description
Free to enter, the historic monastery of Buckfast Abbey, is home to a working community of Roman Catholic Benedictine Monks. Located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park.
Renowned for its Abbey Church and its extensive grounds, visitors can also enjoy recitals of choral and organ music; as well as delicious lunches and cream teas offered in The Grange Restaurant, there is also San Benedetto’s offering barista coffee and cake during the day and Friday and Saturday evenings delicious pizzas. Peruse the well-stocked shop and don’t miss the Monastic Way Exhibition, an immersive experience of life as a monk.
Accommodation on Offer
Discover comfort and timeless tranquillity at Buckfast Abbey, nestled in enchanting gardens on the edge of Dartmoor National Park.
There is also a comfortable 30-bedroom Hotel Northgate House with additional self-catering accommodation and a large 50 bed building for groups. For gentlemen seeking retreats we offer monastery accommodation too.
The newly refurbished Conference Centre serves as an inspiring space for events and meetings, accommodating up to 140 delegates. Check website for latest events and save the date for our Christmas Market 27th – 29th November.
Find out more about a retreat at Buckfast Abbey, your Sanctuary for Spiritual Renewal.
Retreat Centre Facilities
Please see website for retreat centre facilities
Types of Retreat Offered
Please see website for retreats offered
2026 Events
Clergy Retreat - 02/02/26 - 06/02/26
Led by Mgr. Keith Barltrop
TITLE: He will grant your heart’s desire (Ps. 37:4)
The retreat will explore different aspects of human desire, good and bad; where desires come from; and how they relate to our personal, spiritual and ‘professional’ lives as diocesan priests.
Literary Retreat - 13/04/26 - 17/04/26
Led by Dr Andrew Kaethler
Join us as we explore the complementary spirituality of Chesterton and Lewis.
Vocations Retreat- 05/06/26 – 07/06/26
Stay two nights in the Monastery guest house, dining with the community and participate in daily Mass and the Office. Guided talks and ample time to enjoy the beautiful gardens.
Prayer Retreat - 12/10/26 - 16/10/26
Led by: Dr Sue Price
An opportunity to explore the importance of prayer in the Christian life.
To book and for more information: www.buckfast.org.uk/retreats
Retreat Centre Location
Buckfastleigh TQ11 0EE, UK
Buckfast Abbey
Buckfastleigh TQ11 0EE, UK