Exeter Things to Do

This 18th century Dartmoor coaching house is reputed to be haunted by the ghost of Belinda, a serving wench killed here 200 years ago. Her apparitions are so lifelike that when a famous ex-Prime Minister stayed here, one of her... more

Dartmoor National Park is a place of outstanding natural beauty in all its many moods. Don't miss the mysterious prehistoric village of Grimspound, the scenic beauty of Dartmeet, legendary Childe's Tomb and the fascinating stan... more

It's quite a drive out to Exeter, but fans of live comedy swear that it's well worth the effort. You can hear well-known comedians and impressionists who have often made TV appearances, as well as rising stars. It is advisable... more

This attractive Tea Rooms, set in a beautiful old building which used to be a mission house for "wayward" girls, is open all year round, which is good news for the winter visitor. It has a warm, homely atmosphere and serves the... more

This is a privately owned area of outstanding natural beauty. Its sheltered valley has a wide variety of plant and animal life which can be seen by exploring nature trails of varying lengths and levels of difficulty. To minimis... more

You can enjoy this outstandingly beautiful historic garden complex for 364 days of the year. There is much here to enjoy, with sweeping green lawns, fine water features and an assortment of different gardens, both formal and th... more

There are six realms here, each designed to maximize fun and excitement. The Action Realm concentrates on bumper boats, go-carts and the river challenge, while the Magic Realm delights children with its Sahara sand-play, Prince... more

Thrill to scores of events in the Arena, from show jumping to gundog and falconry displays. This year they've added Roman chariot racing and hot air ballooning. Enjoy chainsaw sculpting, fly casting, clay pigeon shooting, arche... more