Exeter has been inhabited for approximately 2000 years through every significant period of English history. Traces of each period are still present today despite a quarter of the City having been destroyed during the Second World War. Founded by the Romans it is now a thriving Cathedral and University City, surrounded by beautiful countryside and close to the sea.
The current Exeter Guildhall building in the High Street dates from 1330, although records show a Guildhall existed on the same site at least as far back as 1160. This is reputed to be the oldest municipal building in the country still in full civic use. Until around 1830 the Stocks were present in the middle arch of the building.
England's oldest canal runs from the popular Quayside down to the River Exe, passing the ancient town of Topsham.
Within Exeter there are 15 conservation areas including the Cathedral of St. Peter, the City Wall, Rougemont Castle, the Canal Basin and the Quay area. There are over 1,600 listed buildings and Exeter's historic core has been designated as an Area of Archaeological Importance, one of only 5 areas in England and Wales. Population 112,000
Attraction
Bill Douglas Centre for the History of Cinema and Popular Culture
Bowhill House
Castle Drogo
Custom House
Devon's 12 Top Nature Reserves Devon Wildlife Trust
Devon's Crealy Great Adventure Park
Exeter Cathedral
Fursdon House
Go Ape!
Guildhall
Haldon Belvedere (Lawrence Castle)
Killerton House and Garden
Powderham Castle
Quay House Visitor Centre
Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery
Spacex Gallery
St Nicholas Priory
Ten Pin
Topsham Museum
Tuckers Hall
Budget
Glebe Lodge *book online*
Northernhay House *book online*
Premier Inn Exeter (Countess Wear) *book online*
Premier Inn Exeter Central St Davids *book online*
St Luke's Hall *book online*
Thorverton Arms *book online*
Travelodge Exeter M5 *book online*
University of Exeter *book online*
Care Home
Holly Tree House
Lucerne House
Charity
Age Concern Devon
Devon Air Ambulance Trust
Cinema
Exeter Picturehouse
Odeon Exeter
Classes
Dance - Belly Dancing Classes
South West Lindy Hoppers
Yoga - Atha Yoga
Club
The Cavern ClubConference Centre
Exeter Business Park
Exeter University
Council
Dentist
Clock Tower Dental Practice
Denmark Road Dental Practice
Guildhall Dental Practice
Howard- Williams & Partners
Matford Dental Clinic
Spicer Road Dental Practice
Doctor
Barnfield Hill Surgery
Browne SR
Charters Surgery
Hill Barton Surgery
Holmedale Health
Homefield Surgery
Estate Agent
Bradleys Estate Agents
Cardens Independent Estate Agents
Connell Estate Agents
Constables Estate Agents
Drew Pearce
General Accident Property Services
Gillams Properties
Waycotts
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Exeter Golf Club
Exminster Golf Centre
Woodbury Park Golf Club
Health and Fitness Club
Fitness First Exeter
John Hore Health Club
McCaulay's Health Clubs
YMCA – Sports Centre
Holiday Park
Hostel
Inn
Crossways Tavern
Gissons Hotel
The Silverton Inn
Thorverton Arms
Market
Charity Car Boot Sale in aid of Troop Aid
Exeter Livestock Centre Pannier Market
Matford Sunday Car Boot
Sidwell Street Market
St George's Market
Unique Boutique Art Market
Performing Arts
Dukes Susan School Of Dancing
EMG Symphony Orchestra
Exeter Festival Chorus
Exeter Philharmonic Choir
Exeter Symphony Orchestra
Northcott Theatre
Riverside Leisure Centre
South West Lindy Hoppers
Stage By Stage
Westpoint Arena & Exhibition Centre
Pub and Bar
Admiral Wine Bar
Artful Dodger
Barn Owl (The)
Bishop Blaize
Cafe Paradiso
Coachmakers Arms
Cowick Barton
Globe Inn
Hour Glass Inn
Lamb Inn
Mount Radford Inn
New Inn
Poachers Inn
Prospect Inn
Southernhay House
Tally Ho Inn
The Barton Cross Hotel
The Oddfellows
Waterfront
Ye Olde White Lion
Racecourse
Restaurant
@ Angela’s Restaurant
Admiral Wine Bar
Brazz
Cafe Boulevard
Cafe Paradiso
Carved Angel Cafe
Cat In The Hat
Combe House Devon
Harry Ramsdens
Herbies Vegetarian Restaurant
Herbie’s Wholefood Vegetarian Restaurant
Marcello
Puccino's
Puffing Billy
Quay Brasserie
Quay Shop
Red Square
Southernhay House
The Galley
The Living Room EX1
The Oddfellows
Ye Olde White Lion
School
Dukes Susan School Of Dancing
Exeter Cathedral School
Exeter School
Saint Margaret’s School for Girls
The Maynard School
Self-Catering
Dartmoor Edge Lodges
The Coach House
Solicitor
Follett Stock
Frances Grace Canning
Graham Gover Solicitor
Hartnell Chanot & Partners
Over Taylor Biggs
WBW Solicitors
Taxi
1st Call Taxis
A1 Cabs Ltd
Alpha Taxis
Beacon Taxis
Capital Cabs
Gemini Taxis
Theatre
Barnfield Theatre
Northcott Theatre
Riverside Leisure Centre
Westpoint Arena & Exhibition Centre
Vet
Companion Care Veterinary Surgery
Sports Clubs
Alphington CC (Cricket)
East Devon (Men's Hockey)
Exeter & Torbay Volleyball Club (Volleyball)
Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club (Rugby Union)
Exeter City Football Club (Football)
Exeter Eagles Basketball Club (Basketball)
Exeter Judokwai (Martial Arts)
Exeter Ladies Hockey Club (Women's Hockey)
Exeter Mountain Bike Club (Cycling)
Exeter Tennis Centre (Tennis)
Exeter Wheelers (Cycling)
ISCA (Men's Hockey)
ISCA Dragons (Women's Hockey)
Ten Pin (Bowling)
University of Exeter (Women's Hockey)
University of Exeter Nomads CC (Cricket)
Shops
Debenhams
Blackwells
Booksale
Magic Mayhem
Jones the Bootmaker
Val's Flower Shop Exeter
Chez Michelle
Kaboodle Kids Clothing
Boots
Early Learning Centre
Rymans
St Bridget Nurseries & Garden Centre
Seabrook Nursery Ltd
Big H Pet Superstore
Paws & Claws Ltd
Paws & Claws Pet Supplies
Great Cummins Farm
Juice Moose Cafe
Northwood Farm
Westcountry Organics
Millets
Finesse
Whittard of Chelsea
Dorothy Perkins
Alphington Pharmacy
Contact Lenses & Spectacles
Raw
Elizabeth Ann
Evans
Waterstones
Chandni Chowk
J D Sports
Staples
Halfords
I.C Cook
White Lane Gallery
The Turner Gallery
Gordon Hepworth Fine
Polkadot Galleries
Spacex Gallery
Blacks
Majestic Wine
Thorntons
PC World
Wickes
Holland and Barratt
Lower Chitterley Farm
Higher Fingle Farm
Elbury Farm
Richard’s
RodandBens
Seasons
Shillingford Organics
H Samuel
Wallis
Mini-Me
JoJo Maman Bebe
Peacocks
All Saints
Mothercare
Gamestation
Miss Selfridge
B&Q
Designer Brands for Kids
Goldsmiths
Lloyds Pharmacy
Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Hotel Chocolat
T K Maxx
Crabtree and Evelyn
White Stuff
J J B Sports
House of Fraser
Lush
Quay Side Easy Brew
Black & White Hair Studios
Purity
Se Marier The Wedding Boutique
Pipers Farm Butchers
Fresha
Off The Hook Clothing
Warm Living Ltd
Angel Hair
Adrenalin Games
River Island
Topman
Topshop
BHS
Lloyd Maunder
Office
Neals Yard Remedies
Garton King Appliances Ltd
WoodenWonderful
Antiques
Atique
The Antique Centre On The Quay
Domani Antique & Contemporary
Quay Gallery Antiques
BodyShop
Apollo Antiques
Activities
Go Ape!(Adventure)
Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre(Adventure)
Isca Outdoor Adventure(Adventure)
Ministry of Paintball(Adventure)
Exeter Co. of Archers(Archery)
Exeter Eagles BMX Racing Club(Cycling)
Oaklands Riding School(Riding)
Clifton Hill Ski Slope(Snow Sports)
Places to Stay near Exeter
The City Gate Hotel (0.05 miles)
The Rougemont Hotel by Thistle (0.06 miles)
This elegant 4-star hotel is situated in the heart of the historic city of Exeter, opposite Central railway station and just 5 miles from the M5 motorway.
The hotel offers 90 recently ... More
St Olaves Court Hotel (0.14 miles)
St Olaves Court, famous for its restaurant and home-from-home atmosphere is 400 yards from Exeter Cathedral. This lovely Georgian building with just 15 ensuite rooms stands in its own walled garden ... More
Silversprings (0.17 miles)
Situated in a peaceful, charming, Georgian terrace, within a short walking distance of Exeter city centre our delightful townhouse is perfect for a city break, business trip or as a ... More
ABode Exeter (0.19 miles)
ABode Exeter enjoys a peaceful location in the heart of Exeter opposite its magnificent Cathedral. Following recent refurbishment, the hotel proudly boasts 53 contemporary styled bedrooms with the traditional values ... More
Queens Court Hotel (0.20 miles)
Queens Court Hotel, Exeter, has a rich history dating back to 1840. Located in a unique and gracious period terrace and set on a leafy square the hotel, is a ... More
Number Twelve (0.23 miles)
Number Twelve is located in a tree-lined square just a few minutes walk from Cathedral, new Princesshay shopping precinct, the ancient Guildhall & Underground Passages. We are about a twenty ... More
Cedar Lodge Hotel (0.24 miles)
Braeside Guesthouse (0.24 miles)
Grade 2 listed Guest House situated close to the town centre, where there are a wide range of shops, pubs and restaurants to choose from. The Universtiy, both Exeters train ... More
Northernhay House (0.28 miles)
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