Entries by Callum

Official Launch Event for the Schiller Hall

Having opened the doors to our Conference Centre’s new-look, state-of-the-art event hall, last year, we’re looking forward hosting the official launch event for Schiller Hall in the coming months.   Showcasing the quality of the Conference Centre’s menus, the event will exhibit the hall as an inspirational and easily accessible venue for meetings, conferences, exhibitions, […]

Meet the Abbey’s new CEO and Master of the Music

We are delighted to announce that the Trustees of Buckfast Abbey have appointed Philip Arkwright as Chief Executive Officer (on the right in the picture). Philip has been employed by the Abbey since 2013, most recently in the senior role of Strategic Operations Manager, having responsibility for the charitable and religious aspects of the Abbey.  […]

Celebrating the ordination of two new priests

Friday 16th September was a joyous day for the Abbey as we welcomed monks and priests from around the world to celebrate the ordination of two monks, Dom Andrew Prickett and Dom John George, to the priesthood. With the last ordination in our community taking place nearly three decades ago, we were delighted that Archbishop George […]

Our state-of-the-art fish pass is shortlisted for an award

Sustainability is a central theme across the different aspects of life here at Buckfast Abbey, which is why we were delighted to learn our recent project with the Environment Agency and Westcountry Rivers Trust had been shortlisted in the ICE South West Civil Engineering awards 2022 for a People’s Choice Award. Thank you to everyone […]

A teddy bear gift from the Abbey

Over the past few weeks, our Education Department has been busy collecting many soft, cuddly, and comforting teddy bears which will soon be gathered together and donated to the Teddy Trust. We’re delighted to be a supporting the campaign this year which will see these bears sent to children around the world who are suffering […]

Fancy getting to know our bees better?

Looking for a unique and unforgettable gift or activity? Look no further than our Honeybee Experience Day! Whether you want to treat yourself, or share with someone you care about, this is a unique chance to learn more about our good-natured and gentle bees. Learn more here. Running on Saturday 17th June, and Thursday 29th June, with further […]

It’s all go go go at the Conference Centre

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Abby Greener, our new Conference & Events Manager. Abby joined us last year, and quickly proved herself a great asset. Abby says “The recent refurbishment of our Schiller Hall has bought some prestigious events to the conference centre. ‘‘Our 3-day SAFE Security Seminar with Figen Murray OBE […]

Cultivating growth

We are excited to share some great news about recent staff promotions. Our congratulations go to Chay and Abby as they take up their well-earned positions. Their success serves as a testament to our commitment to developing talent and cultivating future leaders. In addition to our public visitor-facing facilities, we also have a number of […]