Why is Ann Widecombe's funeral being held at Buckfast Abbey?

It is where the tonic wine of the same name was invented.13:02, 12 Aug 2026Updated 13:12, 12 Aug 2026The funeral of Ann Widdecombe will take place on Wednesday, August 12, at Buckfast Abbey in Devon. The private Requiem Mass at the Catholic abbey will include a homily from the Right Reverend David Charlesworth, Abbot o

The funeral of Ann Widdecombe is set to take place this week at Buckfast Abbey, which was her regular place of worship