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Exeter’s literary heritage links to Kents Cavern and the International Agatha Christie Festival this month.

A celebration of history, culture, and community, Heritage Open Days 2025 runs from 12th - 21st September.

Join our celebrations for the fourth, and final, week of June Boom.

The action keeps on coming and welcome to the third week of June Boom.

Time for week two. Our friends at Exeter Culture are back to help guide you through a stacked line-up of events.

And we're off! The first week of June Boom is here, and our colleagues at Exeter Culture are here to give us the lowdown on what to expect!

This May, Exeter commemorates the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, with special events looking back at the devastation of war and the joy of its end. 

Experience the wonder of Christmas at Powderham this festive season!

Exeter’s 2,000 year history is evident around every corner. We take a closer look at some of Exeter’s fascinating historical gems off the beaten path.

2024 is the 5th anniversary of Exeter receiving its UNESCO recognition as a City of Literature, becoming part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.