Things To Do near Exeter Medieval Trail
The Devon Witches, A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Last people in England to be executed for witchcraft The last people in England to be executed for witchcraft were tried and hanged in Exeter. There's a plaque on a wall of the ruined Rougemont Castle that reads: 'THE DEVON WITCHES. IN MEMORY OF Temperance Lloyd Susannah Edwards Mary Tre...
Best Exeter Historical Sites, A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Exeter Castle Castle ruins include a fine gatehouse which is said to be the oldest standing castle building in England. Look out for The Devon Witches plaque on the gatehouse wall which reads: 'The Devon Witches. In memory of Temperance Lloyd, Susannah Edwards, Mary Trembles of Bideford d...
Rougemont Castle (Exeter Castle), A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Built shortly after the Norman Conquest Rougemont Castle, or Exeter Castle, was built shortly after the Norman Conquest. The main attraction today is the fine gatehouse which is said to be the oldest standing castle building in England. There's an information board by the gatehouse providing e...
Exeter Phoenix, A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Multi-artform venue Exeter Phoenix describes itself as a multi-artform venue. 'We are home to several art galleries, a theatre, gig spaces, art studios, dance studios, a cinema, film production resources and more, all centred around a buzzing Café Bar. Each year we host hundreds of events a...
Best Exeter Attractions, C. Pincesshay & High Street, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Princesshay & High Street shopping Exeter Princesshay & Exeter High Street are arguably the best places to shop in the Westcountry. There are also plenty of cafes and restaurants in which to refuel. Try Queen Street Dining just off the High Street with all its restaurants and bars i...
Exeter High Street, C. Pincesshay & High Street, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Exeter High Street location Exeter High Street runs from John Lewis and Sidwell Street down to the west side of Exeter Cathedral Close by Fore Street. Exeter Princesshay is parallel to the upper, John Lewis, section of the High Street.
Exeter Princesshay, C. Pincesshay & High Street, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
One of Devon's top shopping destinations One of Devon's top shopping destinations, Princesshay is a relatively recent development in central Exeter. Some of the world's largest brands and retailers have stores in Princesshay. It offers fine views of Exeter Cathedral. Location...
Exeter City Wall, A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Built by the Romans about 200 A.D. Exeter City Wall was 'built by the Romans about 200 A.D., since repaired by others. Much of the City Wall still stands, some of it of original Roman workmanship'. (Source: information plaque on the Exeter City Wall, photo provided) Exeter City Wall...
Exeter City Wall Trail, A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Exeter's Roman wall Exeter City Wall was 'built by the Romans about 200A.D., since repaired by others. Much of the City Wall still stands, some of it of original Roman workmanship'. (Source: information plaque on the Exeter City Wall, photo provided) Locations on the Exeter City Wall...
Best Exeter Shopping, C. Pincesshay & High Street, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Princesshay Exeter Princesshay is a modern development combining some of the UK's leading retailers with some of its best known restaurants. High Street Exeter High Street is packed with shops running from John Lewis all the way down to the independent shops on Fore Stre...
Exeter's Underground Passages, C. Pincesshay & High Street, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Medieval passageways Exeter's Underground Passages are medieval tunnels running underneath the city of Exeter. The tunnels were built to supply water to the city. 'No similar system of passages can be explored by the public elsewhere in Britain.' (Source: guidebook available on site) Tod...
Exeter's Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM), A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Museum of the Year Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) was opened to the public at the end of 2011 after 'a four-year closure and multi-million pound refurbishment'. The wait was worthwhile. This is an exceptional museum with a remarkable collection that was voted 'Museum of th...
Best Exeter Museums, A. Castle Quarter, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Exeter's Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) Located on Queen Street in Exeter's Castle Quarter, Exeter's Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) is a must visit attraction for anyone on holiday in Exeter. Exeter's Underground Passages An exhibiti...
Best Exeter Culture, F. Southernhay, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Museums & Art Galleries Exeter's Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) Exeter's Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM) is essential visiting. In addition to the extensive and brilliant permanent collection, they run superb exhibitions. Exeter's Underground P...
The Exeter Blitz, F. Southernhay, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)
Over 230 people died 'Between 1940 and 1942 over 230 people died during the 19 bombing raids over the city.' There's a memorial and information board in Southernhay by Exeter City Wall that tells the story of The Exeter Blitz. Visit to learn more. Location of The Exeter Blitz memo...