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Join Our Team at Buckland Abbey

Be part of something special. Help us preserve and share a 700-year-old estate where Cistercian monks, Sir Francis Drake and centuries of history come alive in the beautiful Tavy Valley on the edge of Dartmoor.

Buckland Abbey, Devon - a historic 700-year-old house and former Cistercian monastery

Buckland Abbey, Devon

Yelverton, Devon PL20 6EY

Multiple Positions

Full-time & Part-time

Work at Drake's Historic Home

Buckland Abbey is a remarkable 700-year-old estate in the Tavy Valley — from Cistercian monastery to Sir Francis Drake's home. Join our team and help bring this extraordinary place to life for thousands of visitors each year.

Historic Estate

Help care for a Grade I listed former Cistercian monastery and Tudor house, home to Sir Francis Drake, with its medieval Great Barn, a genuine Rembrandt, and galleries telling 700 years of history.

Beautiful Gardens

Oversee an Elizabethan rose garden, herb garden, kitchen garden and Cider House garden, plus over 450 acres of meadows, orchards and ancient woodland in the Tavy Valley.

Dedicated Team

Lead and inspire a passionate team of staff and volunteers who share your commitment to conservation and visitor experience.

Available Positions

  • Management & Leadership

    General Manager, House & Collections Manager, Gardens Manager, Visitor Experience Manager

  • Visitor Services

    Visitor Welcome Assistant, Retail Assistant, Catering Assistant, Events Coordinator

  • Conservation & Gardens

    Conservation Officer, Gardener, Housekeeper, Maintenance Technician

  • Support Functions

    Finance & Administration, HR Coordinator, IT Support, Marketing & Communications

Why Work With Us

Meaningful Work

Help preserve and share a nationally important heritage site with visitors from around the world.

Staff Benefits

Free entry to National Trust properties, pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, and staff discounts.

Beautiful Location

Work in one of Devon's most extraordinary settings, nestled in the peaceful Tavy Valley on the edge of Dartmoor, surrounded by ancient woodland and far-reaching views.

Career Development

Access to training programmes, mentoring opportunities, and career progression within the National Trust.

Inclusive Culture

Join a welcoming team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

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