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Explore Exeter city centre with two self-guided heritage walks with a treasure hunt theme. Discover Exeter's "hidden treasures" whilst having a fun day out with family and friends!
Exeter is an exciting and vibrant city in the beautiful county of Devon, close to the sparkling sea and moody moors. Dating back two millennia there's a castle on a red stone hill, miles of city walls, ruined almshouses, a medieval Guildhall and a stunning cathedral. Mixing modern with ancient there's a church in a shopping mall, quirky shops, and contemporary eateries nestling in an ancient quay. Finally, with elegantly laid out Gardens, a lively Cathedral Green and attractive tree-lined streets, there are plenty of places to rest, savour and play.
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1. Gardens to Cathedral - 1.5 miles / 2.4 kms
This walk starts at the intriguing Northernhay Gardens - a delight to explore - before probing the charm of Rougemont Gardens with its city walls. Sweeping past Exeter Castle you’ll enter busy and quirky shopping streets, one housing an ancient church, before stumbling across the ruins of bygone almshouses. Next there’s a Roman Way and elegant promenades, before arriving at the splendour of Exeter’s spectacular Cathedral.
1.5 hoursOK
2. Cathedral to Quayside - 1 mile / 1.6 kms
Walking beside Cathedral Green will take you back to an earlier, graceful era, before passing an early medieval church, Exeter Cathedral School and a 14th century Bishop’s Palace gateway. Now it’s downhill all the way, past a Baptist Church, city walls, and the Custom House – before the Exeter quayside expands before you – a river and canal with old-world charm, combined with stylish living, eating and drinking!
1 hourNot OK - too many steps
Each booklet has a page dedicated to the history of the city and 2 pages summarising each walk with suggestions on what to visit along the way. Walk 1 has 21 clues & walk 2 has 14 - both with detailed directions to follow. There are interesting stories about important people, places & events along the way; detailed instructions on how to find a clue if you're stuck; and a comprehensive map with the routes marked on.
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"I never knew how much there is to Exeter. We'd seen quite a lot of the centre, but never even knew about the Gardens or the quays. Brilliant day out. Thanks!"
Latest Revision : April 2024
