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Buckland Abbey dates in part from around 1278 when the first Cistercian Abbey was founded on the site, but the main parts of the house date from the 16th century when Sir Richard Grenville re-modelled Buckland.

Sir Richard based his house around the nave and chancel rather than using the domestic buildings as was more usual. The Tower over the crossing and numerous other original features of Buckland Abbey are clearly visible.

Buckland was bought by Sir Francis Drake in 1581, shortly after his circumnavigation of the world. Plymouth City Council, who jointly manage Buckland with the National Trust, have created a museum featuring some of the possesions of Drake and Grenville.

A monastic tithe barn stands behind Buckland and also in the grounds are a herb garden and walks.

There are some steep paths in the gounds, some gravel. A wheelchair stairclimber is available.

Attractions near Buckland Abbey include Plymouth, Cotehele at Saltash, Saltram House near Plymouth, The Armada Centre at Plymouth, Antony House near Plymouth, Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park at Torpoint, Launceston Steam Railway near Launceston.