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Exeter is one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England. Pre-dating the arrival of the Romans in AD 50, Exeter’s history is rich and long. This is reflected in its fascinating visitor attractions including its mysterious Underground Passages, Red Coat Guided Tours, magnificent Cathedral, imposing Roman wall and beautiful Quayside. Exeter is also home to the award-winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum where visitors can explore the city’s 2,000-year history under one roof! Exeter has a great mix of shops. The city’s sense of individuality is reflected in its large range of independent specialist shops and boutiques offering unique one-of-a-kind items. Exeter even has its own local currency, the Exeter Pound, which can be spent at numerous shops and eateries across the city. Exeter is firmly on the map as one of the foodie capitals of the South West. The city’s location in the Heart of Devon makes it a melting pot for top chefs to create gastronomic delights with ingredients harvested from the surrounding coast and countryside. From farmers’ markets selling field-fresh produce to cosy cafés and award-winning restaurants, the city’s taste sensation is celebrated every spring at the Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink. Here in Exeter you’ll find a cultural scene that’s as varied and exciting as the city itself. Whether you’re a theatre lover, music buff, foodie or
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art enthusiast, Exeter’s packed calendar of events and festivals offers something for everyone. We’ve picked out a few highlights on pages 8 - 11, see the full line up at www.visitexeter.com For thrilling sporting fixtures, there’s Sandy Park for premiership rugby, St James’ Park for football and Exeter Racecourse for competitive racing throughout the National Hunt Season. The city is also home to the South West’s largest indoor climbing wall; Europe’s first Clip n’ Climb centre; picturesque cycle trails; numerous walking routes and premiere water sports facilities. So what’s new for 2017? Well there’s Queen Street Dining – Exeter’s diverse new restaurant quarter dishing up everything from colourful Lebanese dishes to Scandinavian treats! Or why not pop along to Southernhay Gardens every last Friday of the month to enjoy fantastic Exeter Street Food and great entertainment. For fun and friendly hands-on cookery courses, there’s the newly opened Exeter Cookery School on the Quayside, or plan your visit to coincide with one of the many events taking place during 2017. Marvel at Royal Collections on display at RAMM; laugh out loud at top UK comedians taking to the stage at Exeter’s Corn Exchange, or enjoy theatrical performances guaranteed to leave you spellbound. This guide will help you make the most of your visit to Exeter with information on where to go, what to see, what to do, where to stay and most importantly, what not to miss during 2017!
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Contents 6 48 Hours in Exeter 8 What’s on in 2017 12 Exeter’s Attractions & Museums 18 Attractions outside Exeter 27 Entertainment Venues 29 Exeter Quayside 34 Exeter Map 36 Sport & Leisure 38 Fun for Families 38 Cruises 41 Walking 42 Cycling 44 Art Galleries 46 Wildlife & Green Spaces 47 Shopping 51 Eating & Drinking 17, 55, 66 Vouchers 56 Accommodation Guide 62 Devon Map 64 Getting here Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct, Exeter City Council cannot accept responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies. This document is available in other formats. Published December 2016 by Exeter City Council (140k)
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48 hours in Exeter Morning One of the best ways to get acquainted with Exeter is on a free guided walking tour of the city with the knowledgeable and entertaining Red Coat Guides. Tours run daily and there is no need to book, just turn up. Exeter’s compact size makes it easy to explore on foot, and if you prefer to take things at your own pace, follow one of three themed self-guided heritage trails around the city.
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Soak up the splendour of Exeter’s magnificent Cathedral and choose one of the cafés or restaurants dotted around the Cathedral Green for lunch, all with spectacular views of the Cathedral.
Afternoon Head into the Cathedral itself to marvel at its features, including the world’s longest stretch of unbroken Gothic vaulting, and beautiful stained glass windows. Feeling brave? Join a tour of the Cathedral’s roof space and towers for the best views of Exeter and beyond (April – September).
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Enjoy an early evening drink in the Queen St Dining Quarter, with plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from, including the rooftop bar at the Terrace. Stay here for dinner, or venture into the Princesshay Quarter for a great choice of eateries in a contemporary setting. Then take your pick for evening entertainment – catch a show at the Exeter Northcott Theatre, music or comedy at the Exeter Corn Exchange, or live music in the Exeter Phoenix or one of the city’s many pubs.
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Morning Blow away the cobwebs with a morning walk or cycle along Exeter’s Quayside. Bicycles can be hired on the Quayside to follow the Exe Estuary Trail along the path of the River Exe and Canal. Take a Samuel Jones coffee break in one of the quayside’s waterside cafés, before heading to the Underground Quay Climbing Centre, to scale the south west’s Passages largest indoor climbing wall.
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Lunch Exeter’s quayside offers plenty of choice for picturesque lunch stops, such as Samuel Jones See page 64 Smoke & Ale House, for more info awarded Britain’s Best Visit us for: New Pub 2016. ■ Gifts & souvenirs Afternoon ■ Information on what to see and where to go ■ Public transport information Take a voyage of discovery from pre-history to the present day and from Exeter all around the ■ National Express tickets world at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum’s 16 ■ Tickets for local theatres & concerts galleries of displays, and catch the latest special ■ Local accommodation bookings exhibition before taking a quick refreshment stop at RAMM’s Pantry Café, serving award winning coffee. To round off the day, head underground with a guided tour of Exeter’s most unique attraction, the Underground Passages, constructed in medieval times to bring fresh drinking water into the city.
Evening Catch the train along the scenic Avocet Line to the picturesque riverside town of Topsham, just four miles from Exeter. Enjoy an early evening stroll along Topsham Quay to watch the sunset over the estuary, then choose from the numerous independent and award winning eateries here, such as the Salutation Inn.
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Come to Exeter for events and festivals to entertain and inspire. Whatever your taste, whatever the weather, there is always something going on – from music and food festivals to craft fairs, enticing markets, action packed regattas and events celebrating unusual local traditions, you really will be spoilt for choice.
January 1 Jan – 16 April RAMM Exhibition: Hiroshige’s Japan: Stations of the Tokaido Road. www.rammuseum.org.uk 1 Jan – 23 April RAMM Exhibition: Queen Victoria in Paris: Watercolours from the Royal Collection www.rammuseum.org.uk 2 Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra: New Year Johann Strauss Gala University Great Hall www.bsolive.com
February 16 Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra: Lord of the Dance University Great Hall www.bsolive.com 16 - 18 Craft 4 Crafters Westpoint www.westpointexeter.co.uk 24 – 25 BANFF Mountain Film Festival Exeter Corn Exchange www.exeter.gov.uk/cornexchange
March 5 Al Murray Exeter Corn Exchange www.exeter.gov.uk/cornexchange
19 Opera Boys Exeter Corn Exchange www.exeter.gov.uk/cornexchange
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31 Mar – 2 April Spring Quilt Festival Westpoint www.westpointexeter.co.uk 1 EMG Symphony Orchestra Concert Exeter Cathedral www.emgsymphonyorchestra.org 2 Lee Nelson Exeter Corn Exchange www.exeter.gov.uk/cornexchange 8–9 South West Home & Garden Show Westpoint www.westpointexeter.co.uk 28 – 29 Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival Powderham Castle www.powderham.co.uk 29 April – 1 May Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink Northernhay Gardens & Exeter Castle www.exeterfoodanddrinkfestival. co.uk
May 4 Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Exeter Cathedral www.bsolive.com
13 Exeter Pride City Centre www.exeterpride.co.uk 13 May – 17 Sept RAMM Exhibition: Sea Life: Glimpses of the Wonderful www.rammuseum.org.uk 13 – 21 Art Week Exeter Venues across Exeter www.artweekexeter.org.uk 18 - 20 Devon County Show Westpoint www.devoncountyshow.co.uk 20 EMG Symphony Orchestra Pop Up Concert Princesshay www.emgsymphonyorchestra.org 20 Dream of Gerontius Exeter Cathedral www.exephil.org.uk 26 Leo Sayer at the Corn Exchange www.exeter.gov.uk/cornexchange
June 3-4 Exeter Respect Belmont Park www.exeter-respect.org 17 Exeter Armed Forces Day City Centre www.exeter.gov.uk
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24 EMG Symphony Orchestra Family Friendly Concert St Peter’s School www.emgsymphonyorchestra.org
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1 Let’s Rock Exeter Powderham Castle www.letsrockexeter.com 6 Lammas Fair www.exeter.gov.uk 6-8 Exeter Craft Festival Cathedral Green www.exetercraftfestival.co.uk 8 The City of Exeter Regatta Exeter Quayside www.exeter-regatta.co.uk
13 Bryan Adams at Powderham www.ticketline.co.uk 15 – 16 European Rugby 7s Tournament Sandy Park www.exeterchiefs.co.uk/ european-gp-7s
August 18 - 20 Beautiful Days Escot Park www.beautifuldays.org 19 Jimmy Carr Exeter Corn Exchange www.exeter.gov.uk/cornexchange
20 – 30 The Comedy of Errors Rougemont Gardens www.exeternorthcott.co.uk
Mid August (Dates TBC) Big Screen in the Park Northernhay Gardens www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
29 Olly Murs at Powderham www.ollyatthecastle.co.uk
Sundays in August Jazz on the Quay (TBC)
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www.promsatthecastle.co.uk September 7 - 10 Exeter Heritage Open Days Venues throughout Exeter www.heritageopendays.org.uk 9 – 24 Devon Open Studios Venues countywide www.devonartistnetwork.co.uk
14 – 15 Showmasters Film & Comic Convention Westpoint www.filmandcomicconexeter.com 31 Spooks & Broomsticks Red Coat Halloween Tours Cathedral Green www.exeter.gov.uk/guidedtours
12 Sept – 3 Dec RAMM Exhibition: BP Portrait Exhibition www.rammuseum.org.uk
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5 The Exeter Round Table Fireworks Display Westpoint www.exeter.roundtable.co.uk
7–8 Powderham Food Festival Powderham Castle www.powderham.co.uk
3 EMG Symphony Orchestra 50th Anniversary Concert Exeter Cathedral www.emgsymphonyorchestra.org
5 Topsham Rugby Club Fireworks Display www.theclubhousetopsham.com 12 Exeter’s Remembrance Day Northernhay Gardens www.exeter.gov.uk 18 Classics Galore Great Hall www.classicsgalore.co.uk Mid Nov – Mid Dec (TBC) Cathedral Green Exeter Christmas Market www.exeterchristmasmarket.co.uk
December From 22 Dec RAMM Exhibition: Dartmoor A Wild & Wondrous Region www.rammuseum.org.uk
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Attractions & Museums History runs deep in Exeter, but it’s a history that sits comfortably alongside the city’s modern, vibrant feel. Once one of the richest and most prosperous cities in England, Exeter’s 2,000 year-long history has produced a fascinating collection of heritage attractions to discover. 1
Exeter’s Red Coat Guided Tours
c/o Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets, Dix’s Field, Exeter, EX1 1GF t 01392 265203 www.exeter.gov.uk/guidedtours 2
Exeter Cathedral
1 The Cloisters, Exeter, EX1 1HS t 01392 285983 www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk 3
Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM)
Queen Street, Exeter, EX4 3RX t 01392 665858 www.rammuseum.org.uk
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St Nicholas Priory – A Tudor Home
The Mint, off Fore Street, Exeter, EX4 3BL t 01392 665858. Currently closed for restoration www.exeter.gov.uk/priory 7
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Off Fore Street, Exeter, EX4 3BL t 01392 436000 www.ehbt.org.uk 8
Tuckers Hall
140 Fore Street, Exeter, EX4 3AN t 01392 412348 www.tuckershall.org.uk 9
Exeter Guildhall
High Street, Exeter, EX4 3EB t 01392 665500 www.exeter.gov.uk/guildhall 10
Self Guided Heritage Trails
Leaflets for Exeter’s Woollen, City Wall and Medieval Trails available from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets, Dix’s Field, Exeter, EX1 1GF t 01392 665700 www.exeter.gov.uk/heritagetrails
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Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Old Library, University of Exeter, Prince of Wales Road, Exeter, EX4 4SB t 01392 724321 www.bdcmuseum.org.uk
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum Explore the history of the moving image through toys, artefacts and memorabilia
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25 Strand, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0AX t 01392 873244 www.devonmuseums.net/topsham e info@topshammuseum.org.net
The story of Topsham, illustrated through boats, maritime history & wildlife in a 17c merchant’s house which has undergone a revised presentation. Also exhibitions which compliment the exhibits, including ‘Churches in Topsham’, run through the season. End your visit with a cream tea! Open 27th March – 31st October Sat, Sun, Mon, and Thurs, (plus Tues in August) 2 – 5pm. Free admission
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Exeter offers an ideal base to explore the surrounding area. Beyond the city walls you will discover beautiful coast and countryside, picturesque towns and villages and many award-winning visitor attractions. From historic homes and gardens, to theme parks, boats, trains and trams, there is something for everyone! Here are some ideas for some great days out, right on Exeter’s doorstep.
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Exeter Phoenix
Entertainment Venues Exeter’s entertainment scene is buzzing, with something in the diary most nights. Recognised as one of the top ten cultural cities in England, Exeter’s diverse venues offer everything from award-winning, thought-provoking theatre, to live music guaranteed to get you dancing! Sit back and enjoy the breath-taking acoustics of Exeter Cathedral, or laugh out loud at some of the country’s top comedians at Exeter’s Corn exchange – you’ll be spoilt for choice! 2
Exeter Cathedral
1 The Cloisters, Exeter, EX1 1HS t 01392 285983 www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk 13
Exeter Northcott
Stocker Road, University of Exeter Exeter, EX4 4QB t 01392 726363 www.exeternorthcott.co.uk 14
Exeter Barnfield Theatre
Barnfield Road, Exeter, EX1 1SN t 01392 271808 www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk 15
The Bike Shed Theatre
162-3 Fore Street Exeter, EX4 3AT t 01392 434169 www.bikeshedtheatre.co.uk
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Cygnet Theatre
Friars Gate, Exeter, EX2 4AZ t 01392 277189 www.cygnettheatre.co.uk 17
Exeter Corn Exchange
Market Street, Exeter, EX1 1BU t 01392 665866 www.exeter.gov.uk/ cornexchange 18
Exeter Phoenix
Cygnet Theatre
Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 2LS t 01392 667080 www.exeterphoenix.org.uk 19
Westpoint Arena
Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ t 01392 446000 www.westpointarena.com
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Odeon Cinema
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Exeter Picturehouse
51 Bartholomew Street West, Exeter, EX4 3AJ t 0871 7042057 www.picturehouses.com 22
Vue Cinema
Summerland Gate, Cheeke Street, Exeter, EX1 2DD t 0871 2240240 www.myvue.com 23
The Cavern
83-84 Queen Street, Exeter, EX4 3RP t 01392 495370 www.exetercavern.com 24
Timepiece
6 Little Castle Street, Exeter, EX4 3PX t 01392 493096 www.timepiecenightclub.co.uk 25
The Great Hall – University of Exeter
Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4SZ www.exeter.ac.uk/eventexeter/venues/great-hall 26
The Lemon Grove
University of Exeter, Cornwall House St. Germans Road, Exeter EX4 6TG t 01392 726173 www.exeterboxoffice.com 27
Hole in the Wall
Little Castle Street, Exeter, EX4 3PX t 01392 437470 www.theholeinthewall.pub 28
Artigianno Coffee & Wine Bar
248 High Street, Exeter, EX4 3PZ t 01392 499169 www.artigiano.uk.com/locations/exeter 29
Move
4 The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AP t 07889 007737 www.move-exeter.co.uk
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Summerland Street, Exeter, EX1 2AZ t 01392 491419 www.unit1nightclub.co.uk/exeter 31
The Vaults Bar & Club
8 Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS t 01392 203939 www.vaultsexeter.co.uk 32
Club Rococo
Mary Arches Street, Exeter, EX4 3AZ t 01392 434411 www.clubrococo.co.uk 33
Rosies
Mary Arches Street, Exeter, EX4 3AZ t 01392 271586 www.rosies-exeter.com 34
The Terrace Club Lounge
Queen St Dining, Guildhall, Exeter, EX4 3FB t 01392 793030 www.theterraceexeter.com
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Exeter’s Quayside The city’s wealth from the woollen cloth trade, which reached its peak in the mid-18th century, is evident in the historic buildings found here. Now home to an eclectic mix of retailers, selling everything from antiques, home furnishings and beautifully crafted jewellery, to unusual gifts and local crafts, the Quayside also boasts some fantastic cafés, restaurants and bars, all enjoying a riverside setting. The Quayside is a hub of activity, from well-signposted walking and cycling trails to the south west’s largest multimillion pound outdoor education centre and climbing wall! Exciting events are held on the Quayside all year round; including a monthly evening street food night market. During 2017, the Quayside will undergo some essential flood elevation works, but despite some disruption, will remain open for business as usual. Transit Shed
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Discover the history and development of the Quay at this fascinating visitor attraction
Cygnet Theatre Friars Gate, Exeter, EX2 4AZ t 01392 277 189 www.cygnettheatre.co.uk
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The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AP t 01392 493501 www.exeterquayantiques.co.uk
Browse our eclectic mix of antiques & collectables. Enjoy a coffee, brunch, lunch or afternoon tea. Open every day 10am-5pm
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Enjoy an action packed adventure at the South West’s largest climbing centre, great fun for everyone whatever the weather.
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No 4 Kings Wharf, The Quay, EX2 4AN t 01392 424241 www.sadpad.com
Cellar 2, Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AN t 01392 477771 www.quaypresents.com
Bike, canoe and kayak hire for all ages, plus bike sales and repairs
Exciting emporium of gifts and crafts. Open all year. most priced £3 - £30
The Prospect The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AN t 01392 273152 Twitter @TheProspect1
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Chosen as a Host City for Rugby World Cup 2015, it’s no wonder that Exeter is growing in reputation as an exciting place for sport and leisure. As well as rugby, there are also regular football and horseracing fixtures to enjoy at St James’ Park and Exeter Racecourse. The city’s Quayside is a hub for sporting activities of all kinds. Home to the South West’s largest indoor climbing wall and multi million pound outdoor education centre, there’s a great choice of activities on offer both on and off the water. In Exeter we’re big on bikes, and there are numerous cycle routes to choose from including the Exe Estuary Trail linking the city to the sea. 35
Exeter Chiefs
Sandy Park Stadium, Sandy Park Way Exeter, EX2 7NN t 01392 890890 www.exeterchiefs.co.uk 36
Exeter City Football Club
St. James’ Park, Stadium Way, Exeter, EX4 6PX t 01392 411243 www.exetercityfc.co.uk 37
Exeter Racecourse
Kennford, Exeter, EX2 7SX t 01392 832599 www.exeter-racecourse.co.uk 38
Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre
Haven Road, Exeter, EX2 8DP t 01392 400150 www.haven-banks.co.uk 39
Tenpin
3-4 Havenbanks Retail Park, Water Lane, Exeter, EX2 8BY t 0871 2223675 www.tenpin.co.uk/exeter
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Exhibition Field, Exeter, EX4 8NT t 01392 468653 www.leisurecentre.com/ exeter-arena 41
Isca Centre
Summerlane, Exeter, EX4 8NT t 01392 462833 www.leisurecentre.com/isca-centre 42
Exeter University Tennis Centre University of Exeter Sports Park, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4QN t 01392 723699 www.sport.exeter.ac.uk/ exetertenniscentre
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Haven Road, Exeter, EX2 8AX t 01392 426850 www.quayclimbingcentre.co.uk 44
Skirmish Paintball
Stoke Woods, Pennsylvania Road Exeter, EX4 5BW t 01548 580025 www.skirmish-paintballexeter.co.uk 45
AS Watersports
1 Terracina Court, Haven Road, Exeter, EX2 8DP t 01392 219600 www.aswatersports.co.uk
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Clifton Hill & Exeter Ski Club
Clifton Hill Sports Centre, Exeter, EX1 2DJ t 01392 253353 www.exeterskiclub.org.uk 47
Riverside Leisure Centre
Cowick Street, Exeter, EX4 1AF t 01392 221771 www.leisurecentre.com/riverside-leisure-centre 48
Pyramids Leisure Centre
Heavitree Road, Exeter, EX1 2LA t 01392 253553 www.leisurecentre.com/pyramids-leisure-centre 49
Topsham Pool
Fore Street, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0HF t 01392 874477 www.topshampool.com
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Exeter is a compact city which can be easily explored on foot. Alternatively saddle up and head out on two wheels - try the circular Exe Estuary Trail linking Exeter to the sea! Bike hire including child seats and tag-alongs is available from Exeter’s Quayside, St David’s Station and at nearby Topsham and Haldon Forest. For more laid back activities, try a relaxing boat trip, soft-play for little ones, hands-on activities at RAMM or enjoy one of the city’s numerous parks and gardens, home to exciting play equipment and seasonal paddling pools. 50
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Pop up Play Café
Topsham Rugby Club, Exeter Road, Topsham, EX3 0LY t 07961 703858 www.facebook.com/popup.playcafe
1 Ashton Road, Marsh Barton Estate, Exeter, EX2 8LN t 01392 953039 www.bearfeet.net
Cruises Exeter is a city on the water, and what better way to relax than taking a boat trip on the calm waters of the Exeter Ship Canal and River Exe. Services run from Exeter’s Quayside to the Double Locks and Turf pubs, and from nearby Topsham to the Lock Keeper’s Cottage Café in summer. In winter, the Exe Estuary is an internationally important site for winter migrant birds. Seasonal bird watching cruises operate throughout the winter from heated vessels with expert commentary from leading ornithologists.
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Walking Exeter’s compact size means it is easy to explore on foot, with narrow historic streets, wonderful architecture and fascinating heritage attractions to discover along the way. Self-guided heritage trails can provide an ideal way to explore the city, or join a free Red Coat Guided Tour to discover the city’s lesser known sites. Visit the University’s Streatham Campus to enjoy the Sculpture Trail, or set off on the Exeter Green Circle or Exe Estuary walking trails, which lead you outside the city into the peaceful surrounding countryside. Pick up leaflets on a variety of walking routes from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets and the Custom House Visitor Centre.
Exeter Green Circle A 12-mile route within the boundaries of Exeter, from countryside valley parks to quiet leafy suburbs. FREE www.exeter.gov.uk/greencircle 1
Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours
c/o Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets, Dix’s Field, Exeter, EX1 1GF. FREE t 01392 265203 www.exeter.gov.uk/guidedtours
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Leaflets for Exeter’s Woollen, City Wall and Medieval Trails available from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets, Dix’s Field, Exeter, EX1 1GF FREE t 01392 665700 www.exeter.gov.uk/heritagetrails
Exeter Trails Discover the plethora of exciting independent shops just steps away from the main Exeter shopping area. Choose from Activities & Hobbies, Bygones & Boutiques, Café Culture, Creativity, and Food Glorious Food, or do them all! FREE www.exetertrails.co.uk
Exeter University Sculpture Trail Discover 25 sculptures, both in the open and in university buildings. The walk includes works by Barbara Hepworth and Paul Mount. FREE www.exeter.ac.uk/sculpture
Ludwell Valley Park Self Guided Trail A one and a half-mile route designed to give you an enjoyable walk and discover wildlife and fine views. FREE t 01392 262642 www.exeter.gov.uk/parks
Multi-Cultural Guided Tour of Exeter ‘Telling our Stories, Finding Our Roots, Exeter’s Multi-coloured History’ guided and self-guided walking tours organised by Exeter’s Global Centre. FREE t 01392 438811 www.tellingourstoriesexeter.org.uk / www.globalcentredevon.org.uk
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Brompton Dock
St David’s Train Station, Exeter, EX4 4NT t 020 8232 3931 www.bromptondock.co.uk 54
Ride-On Cycling for All
61 Haven Road, Exeter, EX2 8DP t 07808 096390 www.rideoncycling.org
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Bittern Road, Sowton, Exeter, EX2 7LW t 01392 271426 www.devoncyclingholidays.co.uk 56
Haldon Forest Park
Buller’s Hill, Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7XR t 01392 834251 www.forestry.gov.uk/haldonforestpark
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www.visitexeter.com The countryside around Exeter is perfect for cycling, with quiet country lanes and plenty of off road cycle paths. The National Cycle Network Route 2 is a scenic long distance cycle route along the south coast of England. You can enjoy sections of the route along the Exe Estuary Trail and the Tour De Manche cross channel route, linking Devon with Brittany!
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Saddles & Paddles Topsham Ferry 4 Kings Wharf, The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AP t 01392 424241 www.sadpad.com 59
Darts Farm Bicycle Hire
Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0QH t 01392 878209 www.dartsfarm.co.uk 60
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Art Galleries Exeter supports a thriving arts scene. Evidence of this is shown in the city’s many galleries, displaying traditional and contemporary works by local, national and international artists. Visit RAMM to enjoy three galleries of changing exhibitions or Exeter Phoenix for exhibitions spanning art, design and new media. If you’re feeling inspired to get creative yourself, visit the Double Elephant Print Workshop at Exeter Phoenix, or try your hand at ceramics at the Unearth Pottery Studio. 3 Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM)
Queen Street, Exeter, EX4 3RX t 01392 665858 www.rammuseum.org.uk 61
Castle Galleries
Roman Walk, Princesshay, Exeter, EX1 1EU t 01392 425242 www.castlegalleries.com 18
Exeter Phoenix
Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 2LS t 01392 667080 www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
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Double Elephant Print Workshop
Lower Ground Floor, Exeter Phoenix, Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS t 07855 206659 www.doubleelephant.org.uk 62
South Gate Gallery
64 South Street, Exeter, EX1 1EE t 01392 435800 www.southgategallery.co.uk 63
The Turner Gallery
Northernhay Street, Exeter, EX4 3ER t 07929 782524 www.bibleproject.co.uk
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Unearth Pottery Studio & Gallery
46 Preston Street, Exeter, EX1 1DF t 01392 221076 www.unearth.org.uk 65
Studio 36
36 Denmark Road, Exeter, EX1 1SE Appointment only. t 01392 256206 www.studio36exeter.co.uk 66
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Surridge Gallery
11 Bedford Street, Princesshay, Exeter, EX1 1GG t 01392 477722 www.surridgegallery.com 67
Polkadot
12 Martins Lane, EX1 1EY t 01392 276500 www.polkadotgallery.com
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Easily accessible footpaths, hides and boardwalks reward bird watchers with sightings of numerous species. Visit Devon Wildlife Trust’s headquarters located in Cricklepit Mill on Exeter’s Quayside to find out more about the city’s rich wildlife and the Exeter Wild City Project – a partnership between organisations in the city to enhance and make accessible Exeter’s diverse wildlife offering. www.devonwildlifetrust.org/exeter-wild-city 71
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Northernhay Gardens
Darts Farm Village, Exeter, EX3 0QH t 01392 879438 www.dartsfarm.co.uk
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Commercial Road, Exeter, EX2 4AB t 01392 279244 www.devonwildlifetrust.org/cricklepit-mill
Castle Street, Exeter, EX4 3UP t 01392 665700 www.exeter.gov.uk/parks
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Stoke Woods
Pennsylvania Road, Exeter, EX4 5BW t 01392 832262 www.forestry.gov.uk 74
Haldon Forest
Bullers Hill, Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7XR t 01392 834251 www.forestry.gov.uk/haldonforestpark
Bowling Green Marsh
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Shopping Visit Princesshay and the High Street for big names and designer fashions, including John Lewis, Debenhams, The White Company, Hollister and Reiss. Head to the Castle Quarter for top designer labels in boutiques nestled amongst smart bars, cafés and restaurants. The Guildhall and Harlequins shopping centres offer dozens more shops, cafés, restaurants and barrows all under one roof, plus the Exeter Street Food Market at the weekend www.exeterstreetfoodmarket.co.uk. 2016 also saw the opening of Queen Street Dining - an exciting new premium dining destination in Exeter’s Guildhall Shopping Centre.
Find big name brands, chic boutiques and exciting independents in Exeter’s distinct shopping quarters. Exeter’s compact size and sheer variety of shops available, makes it a great place to enjoy some retail therapy.
Exeter has been a Fairtrade City since 2004. We now have over 50 shops and 55 catering outlets selling a range of Fairtrade products. Look out for the logo and choose products that change lives. Shops are open until 7pm every Thursday and 6pm Monday – Saturday (Sunday until 5pm), so there is plenty of time to explore Exeter’s varied shopping quarters.
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Step away from the main streets, and you will find a wonderful choice of independent shops and boutiques. Independent shopping in Exeter has got even more exciting with the launch of the Exeter Pound – real money made for Exeter! To find out more visit www.exeterpound.org.uk From picturesque Cathedral Close with its fantastic restaurants and high-end shops, to the Historic Quayside, home to cellars and warehouses selling crafts and collectibles, you can be sure to find something special and unique. Visit Magdalen Road for fabulous local food and home interiors inspiration; cobbled Gandy Street for great fashions and gifts, or Fore Street for all things vintage. Visit www.exetertrails.co.uk and discover five unique trails exploring the city’s diverse range of independent shops.
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The city’s award-winning restaurants pride themselves on their menus featuring the very best seasonal and local ingredients. Freshly caught fish, free-range meats, locally produced wine, fantastic local cheeses, and of course traditional Devon cream teas are just some of the delights on offer. Cuisines from around the world can also be found in Exeter’s numerous restaurants including Thai, Moroccan, Indian and Lebanese. Now open, Queen Street Dining - a new premium dining destination in Exeter’s Guildhall Shopping Centre boasts eight exciting new restaurants, including The Terrace with its rooftop bar offering fabulous views across the city. Visit the Exeter Festival of South West Food & Drink held every spring to experience a regional taste sensation; Exeter’s annual Christmas Market to sample some fantastic local and international food and drink, or try and buy delicious street food, every Saturday and Sunday at the Guildhall Shopping Centre or the last Friday of the month in beautiful Southernhay Gardens. For an evening treat, check out the Night Street Food Market on Exeter’s Quayside, held between March – December, with the First Thursday of the month at the Transit Shed and the third Thursday of the month at Piazza Terracina www.streetfoodexeter.co.uk
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Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, Exeter has a great choice of top quality, mid-range and budget hotels within easy walking distance of the city's main attractions, shopping and business areas. If you are looking for a luxury break, choose from quality hotels, or if you prefer to stay somewhere smaller and more intimate there is plenty of conveniently located bed and breakfasts to choose from. If you are on a budget, you may choose to stay in one of Exeter’s hostels or campsites. The University also offers great value for money campus accommodation. For those wanting the freedom of self-catering accommodation, Exeter has a good selection, from luxury city apartments to rural farm houses and barns on the city’s outskirts. Relax in beautiful landscaped gardens, enjoy scenic views from your window or dine in an award-winning restaurant; Exeter offers plenty of choice for a special break at any time of the year. For a further list of accommodation in Exeter and the surrounding area go to www.visitexeter.com
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By road Located a short distance off the M5 from the north, the A30 / A303 to the east, and the A38 to the west, wherever you are coming from, Exeter is easy to get to. Follow the brown signs for city visitor attractions. In the city centre there are over 4,700 paid parking spaces. www.exeter.gov.uk/parking Frequent Park & Ride services operate from sites at Honiton Road, Matford and Sowton to the city centre. All the sites are clearly signed from the main routes into Exeter. Honiton Road P&R operates 7 days per week. www.devon.gov.uk/park_and_ride
Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets offers a wide range of services to help make your visit to Exeter as enjoyable as possible. The centre stocks information on where to visit, activities and events.
By train
Help can be offered with booking accommodation, leaflets, bus/train times, tickets for events, maps, local books and souvenirs.
By bus
Tickets can be obtained here for Exeter Corn Exchange, Exeter Northcott, The Cygnet Theatre (Exeter), Princess Theatre (Torquay), Theatre Royal (Plymouth), Lundy Island and events throughout the local area.
Exeter’s main station is Exeter St David’s; Exeter Central Station is just a short walk from the High Street. South West Trains, Great Western Railway and Virgin both provide frequent services to Exeter from Wiltshire, Bristol, Cornwall, Plymouth and North Devon. t 08457 48 49 50 www.nationalrail.co.uk First and Stagecoach South West operate frequent services throughout Exeter and the county. Exeter Bus Station is closing in March 2017 to allow for the redevelopment of the site. A new Bus Station will open in the Winter of 2018. Whilst the new Bus Station is being built, temporary bus stands / stops with weather protection and passenger information will be used in Sidwell Street, Paris Street & Cheeke Street. t 0871 200 2233 www.traveline.org.uk
By air
Exeter International Airport is located 6 miles outside of Exeter and offers excellent air links within the UK, overseas and daily flights to London City Airport. t 0871 367433 www.exeter-airport.co.uk
Hire by the hour cars & electric bikes
Exeter has a network of hire by the hour cars situated at key places around the city including St David’s Station, Central Station, Southernhay, Heavitree and Topsham run by Co-Cars Club. Pay As You Go electric bikes are also available to hire. t 0345 345 2544 www.co-cars.co.uk / www.co-bikes.co.uk www.visitexeter.com evit@exeter.gov.uk
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Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets Dix’s Field, Exeter, EX1 1GF t 01392 665700 Opening times Summer: April - September Mon-Wed & Fri 9am-5pm, Thurs & Sat 9am-4.30pm. Winter: October - March Mon-Wed & Fri 9.30am-4.30pm Thurs & Sat 9.30am-4.00pm Bank Holidays 10am-4pm
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Heart Exeter 97.0 & 103.0 FM www.heart.co.uk/exeter Radio Exe 107.3 FM www.radioexe.co.uk BBC Radio Devon 96 FM www.bbc.co.uk/radiodevon Phonic FM 106.8FM www.phonic.fm Photography by Jim Wileman, Arts Council England, Matt Austin, Tony Cobley, Exeter Cathedral, Cycle England, Mike Alsford, Nigel Taylor, George Dyer, Ian Bateman, Lisa-Marie Bisset, Joao Pico, Annabel Edwards, RAMM, Big Styles Photography, Exeter Racecourse, Aylwyn Bowen, RSPB Images, Emily Solley. Guide designed by Joe Pieczenko
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Woodbury park Hotel and golf club
Tuesday 18th April – Evening Racing Wednesday 26th April – Evening Racing Tuesday 9th May – Ladies Night Advanced tickets just £10. Groups of 10 or more - £5
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Stylish & contemporary • All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a HD TV with FREE Sky & Sky Sports • FREE high-speed WiFi in all bedrooms, bar lounge and restaurant • FREE car parking capacity for over 140 cars • Carriages Brasserie – famous carvery & dishes inspired from around the world • Residents fitness suite • Discounted corporate rates • Electric car charging facility • One of Exeter’s best wedding venues • Conference facilities from 2-150 delegates • Conveniently located close to Exeter, Marsh Barton and the M5
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