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Orchard MM Green

Classic picture of the Orchard

The Orchard Millennium Green is in Buckfastleigh, Devon. The Green, otherwise known as Millman's Orchard is in the centre of Buckfastleigh.

It was described by the Dartmoor National Park Authority: "A well used green space close to the town centre was enhanced in celebration of the millennium. With the Mardle on its north side and Dean Burn to the west the sound of running water is ever-present, as are the ducks that roam around during the daytime"

Location[]

At the eastern part of the centre of town, within a Conservation Area and Dartmoor National Park - bounded by Station Road and Dart Bridge Road, in Buckfastleigh Devon TQ11 0BZ. The Green is bounded by water on two sides- the Mardle on the North side and Dean Burn on the west.

History of the Green[]

Millennium Feature[]

Other Features[]

The green has a canopy structure for music, drama and other performances.

Nature & Wildlife[]

We have a large selection of ducks and other wild life.

The Orchard[]

The Green comprises of two parts separated by a traditional stone wall, an orchard with a variety of trees and a large green community space.

Volunteers[]

Grants and Fundraising[]

Sales from the Afternoon Tea go towards upkeep of the Green.

Buck Coffee

Buckfastleigh's Coffee House- reusing the washed out Black Sign

Awards and Recognition[]

The Coffee shop was given a Food Hygiene rating of 5/5 for 2015.

Nearest Millennium Greens[]

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