Latest Re-openings in Exeter

Over the summer months we’ve seen our fabulous retail business and eateries re-open to the public. Autumn 2020 is all about the re-opening of the remainder of our much-loved local attractions. Take a look below for the latest openings and how your next visit may look like…

*PLEASE NOTE - the following attractions will be affected by the national lockdown, taking place between 4th November to 2nd December. Please check with businesses directly.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum

Our award-winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum is now open to the public! Visitors will once again be able to experience the magic of the fascinating collections including glassware, Westcountry silver, clocks and watches, local history and archaeology. Exotic animals, birds and butterflies delight children and the World Cultures galleries display stunning items from all over the world!

You'll need to pre-book your visit to RAMM, the ticket will give you a 30 minute arrival slot, however you can stay as long as you like. Please do not arrive before or after your 30 minute arrival slot. The museum have introduced a new one-way route around the building and have increased cleaning throughout, especially toilets, handrails, handles, lift buttons and key touchpoints. The museum is kindly asking people to wear their face coverings whilst visiting the building.

The Donkey Sanctuary

We're now able to visit our favourite furry friends at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth! Wander around the gorgeous grounds, learn how the donkeys and mules are cared for and even make a contribution to this charity's fantastic work! Make sure your book your tickets before you visit, as timed slots have now been introduced! Remember to bring your contactless cash card and wear your face coverings in indoor spaces. 

The Custom House Visitor Centre

The Custom House is open once again! This historic building is the place to be for learning fascinating facts about Exeter Quay's past. The centre provides tourist information and interesting souvenirs of Exeter, including replica maps, local pottery and a selection of heritage books. Admission is free, the building is open April to October daily 11am-4pm and November to March from Thursday to Sunday 11am-4pm! Once you've entered the building, please record your track and trace details, wear your face masks and follow the one-way system.

Exeter Northcott Theatre

Fans of theatre will be thrilled to hear that Exeter Northcott has re-opened its doors for the performing arts! The theatre is back, ready to get the festive season in full swing and help to support the arts community. Book your tickets for Exeter’s favourite funny men Le Navet Bete for Treasure Island - a swashbuckling family comedy this Christmas!

Tuckers Hall

Tuckers Hall, now open to the public, is the home to Exeter's important historic woollen cloth trade heritage! Dating from AD 1471, this stunning building has been constantly renovated, repurposed and even confiscated by a monarch through the centuries! Over time it became the home of the Guild of Weavers, Fullers and Shearman of the city who regularly held meetings and worshipped in the chapel. The Guilds and Incorporation have existed in Exeter for nearly 600 years.

Now it's autumn, Tuckers Hall will be open on Thursday and Saturday mornings every week, both days from 10:30am until 1pm. Please pre-book your slot to visit by emailing thebeadle@tuckershall.org.uk!

Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours 

This month we welcomed back the Exeter Red Coat Guides! These free, award-winning tours are perfect to explore our city whilst learning a thing or two about its fascinating history along the way! To take part, you must pre-book your space here! The tours that are currently available are as follows:

Cathedral to Quay: A walk from the Cathedral via Southernhay and alongside the impressive City wall, finishing at the historic quayside.

Exeter Old & New: Exeter’s history from pre-Roman times to the present.

Forgotten Exeter: Be intrigued by hidden corners and curios of the city, long since gone from memory.

Georgian Exeter: How Exeter’s transformation came about, from industrial hub into an elegant Georgian city.

Medieval Exeter: How Exeter became one of the wealthiest cities, and see some of the surviving medieval buildings, including the Medieval Bridge.

Exeter Phoenix

The Exeter Phoenix recently held their first event since re-opening! The arts venue is now open for socially-distanced quizzes, workshops, music and cinema events! 

That's not all! 

Let's not forget our other fantastic attractions that re-opened earlier this year:

• Exeter Library
• Powderham Castle
• Crealy Adventure Park
• World of Country Life
• Wildwood Escot
• The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum