Things To Do near G. West Quarter

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 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 Barnfield Theatre, F. Southernhay, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)

Largest dedicated theatre and live music venue in Exeter Barnfield Theatre is 'the largest dedicated theatre, and live music venue in Exeter. Home to local, regional, national and international drama, music and comedy performances.' (Source: Exeter Barnfield Theatre websi...

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...

Best Exeter Kids Things To Do, D. Quayside, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)

Climbing Quay Climbing Centre is located on Haven Road on the west side of Exeter's Historic Quayside by the Canal Basin. It has 'the South West's largest indoor climbing wall'. (Quay Climbing Centre website) Note that Clip 'n Climb runs from Quay Climbing Centre. 'We also use our large space...

Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre, D. Quayside, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)

Outdoor activity supplier on Exeter's Quayside Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre offers a huge range of activities including watersports such as kayaking, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing and power-boating. These activities are aimed at adults, kids and families.   Location Ha...

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...

Best Exeter Cycling, E. Quayside to the Exe Estuary, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)

Exe Estuary Trail The Exe Estuary Trail runs around the edge of the Exe Estuary between Exeter and the South Devon/East Devon coast. Roughly 18 miles (8 miles Exeter to Starcross and its foot ferry. 10 miles from Exmouth to Exeter via Topsham. Measured using Ordnance Survey mapping app). Cycle...

Exeter Canal, E. Quayside to the Exe Estuary, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)

Exeter Ship Canal location The Exeter Ship Canal runs from the Exeter Ship Canal Basin in Exeter down the western side of the River Exe and Estuary towards the sea. Where the canal meets the estuary are The Turf and Turf Lock.   One of the oldest canals in the UK It's...

River Exe, E. Quayside to the Exe Estuary, Exeter (approx. 1 mile away)

Exmoor National Park Rising on the high moors of Exmoor National Park north west of Simonsbath, the River Exe arcs south east towards the Dulverton area on the fringe of the Park before flowing south through Tiverton to Exeter. From there, the river runs into the Exe Estuary and th...

Best Exeter Sports, E. Quayside to the Exe Estuary, Exeter (approx. 3 miles away)

Sports to watch Rugby Watch the Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park.   Football Watch Exeter City Football Club at St James's Park.   Horse racing Spend a day at the races at Exeter Racecourse or Newton Abbot Racecourse.   Athletics Watch athletics at the Exet...

Best Exeter Wildlife, E. Quayside to the Exe Estuary, Exeter (approx. 4 miles away)

The River Exe rises on the high moors of Exmoor National Park north west of Simonsbath and arcs south east towards the Dulverton area on the fringe of the Park before flowing south through Tiverton to Exeter. From there, the river runs into the Exe Estuary and the English Channel...

Best Exeter Day Trips, J. South Devon, Exeter (approx. 4 miles away)

Topsham Topsham is the historic port of Exeter. Located on the east side of the Exe Estuary where the River Exe meets the estuary, the setting is stunning. It's a beautiful, well-heeled waterside town packed with excellent shops, pubs and restaurants. Take the train, bus, cycle or walk. The Ex...