Day Out With Brenda #2b

[debris4spike]

On the way back from Buckland, we stopped at Buckfast Abbey

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[jusummerhayes]

It's five minutes from my house. An amazing place. I like the restaurant too which is lovely in the Summer when you can sit outside.

[debris4spike]

Hi!!

It is a lovely building, isn't it? Mum & Dad used to live in Torquay and it was a popular afternoon out for us all.

Yes, I have had tea & scone there in the past ... well worth a visit!

[jusummerhayes]

I was born in Paignton in 1967 and was glad to leave the place. Torquay was my teenage stomping ground but it's gone the way of so many seaside towns. I love the Abbey. A very special place. You should visit St Mary's church in Totnes. It's simply delightful.

[debris4spike]

yes, we used to enjoy walking through the Abbey grounds, and along the front. But sadly the town itself is nothing at all now.

Oh - thanks for the info. I haven't been to Totnes, so nice to know there is something worth a visit.

[curiouswombat]

How beautiful, especially that wonderful window.

[debris4spike]

That window is truly stunning - and however many times I see it, there is still beauty as I first see it again.

[deepseasiren]

Love the Virgin and Child statue!

[debris4spike]

That statue is really tucked away, so a lot of people never get to see it.