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  1. Add Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours to your Itinerary

    Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours

    Exeter

    Find out more about the city’s turbulent history on a free guided walking tour with the Red Coat Guides, running daily throughout the year.

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  2. Add Brewery Experience at The Turk’s Head to your Itinerary

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    Brewery Experience at The Turk’s Head

    Exeter

    Since September 2021, The Turk’s Head has had its very own micro-brewery! You’ll find our brews on both bars, including our flagship IPA, Fat Boy, which was one of our first experiments and now a legendary tipple.

  3. Add Exeter Cathedral to your Itinerary

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    Exeter Cathedral

    Exeter

    Medieval cathedral. Fine example of Gothic Decorated style. Longest unbroken stretch of Gothic vaulting in the world. Image screen on West Front, Minstrels' Gallery and tombs. Expert guided tours, trails and activities for the family

  4. Add The Turk’s Head to your Itinerary

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    The Turk’s Head

    Exeter

    Located in the heart of the city centre is one of the region's oldest pubs and a favourite watering hole of Charles Dickens - or so we believe. Recently restored to its former glory, The Turks Head is back with a bang and ready to showcase its 700+…

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  5. Add Exeter's Underground Passages to your Itinerary

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    Exeter's Underground Passages

    Exeter

    The Passages were built to house the pipes that brought clean drinking water into medieval Exeter. A guided tour of Exeter's Underground Passages is a memorable event - narrow, dark, interesting and exciting.

  6. Add Haldon Forest Park - Forestry England to your Itinerary

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    Haldon Forest Park - Forestry England

    Exeter

    Whether you want a gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there’s something for everyone at Haldon Forest Park. Open 364 days of the year, there is something for every interest to connect you with the great outdoors.

  7. Add Crealy Theme Park & Resort to your Itinerary

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    Crealy Theme Park & Resort

    Exeter

    Discover award-winning family fun at Crealy Theme Park & Resort in Devon, home to over 60 rides and attractions, with spectacular entertainment, live shows, Sooty Land and animals galore.

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  8. Add Exeter Quayside to your Itinerary

    Exeter Quayside

    Exeter

    Exeter's Historic Quayside is the most attractive area in the city, popular with locals & visitors for its fascinating history, pubs & restaurants.

  9. Add The Donkey Sanctuary to your Itinerary

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    The Donkey Sanctuary

    Sidmouth

    Bring out the best in your herd and make memories that last a lifetime at The Donkey Sanctuary. Meet hundreds of adorable rescue donkeys for FREE and discover so much more besides.

  10. Add Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery - RAMM to your Itinerary

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    Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery - RAMM

    Exeter

    Exeter’s world-class museum has stunning displays and galleries, fabulous exhibitions and modern amenities.

    The displays reveal Devon and Exeter’s rich history and global connections. Exotic animals, birds and insects delight children and the World…

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  11. Add Exeter Library to your Itinerary

    Exeter Library

    Exeter

    Exeter Library is the largest Library in Devon and is looked after by the charity Libraries Unlimited. We believe in the unlimited potential of library services across the UK to make a positive difference to people's lives and communities through a…

  12. Add Locked in a Room to your Itinerary

    Locked in a Room

    Exeter

    Locked in a Room is Exeter’s largest escape game experience located in the heart of the city on Fore Street. You have 60 minutes to use elements of the room to solve puzzles and clues to earn your freedom! Available over 4 identical rooms for a…

  13. Add Exeter Golf & Country Club to your Itinerary

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    Exeter Golf & Country Club

    Exeter

    Join, visit or play. Whether you live locally in Exeter or are visiting the region, Exeter Golf and Country Club offers a premier leisure experience for members and guests. From golf, tennis, squash, gym and swimming in the indoor and outdoor pools,…

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  14. Add RHS Garden Rosemoor to your Itinerary

    RHS Garden Rosemoor

    Great Torrington

    Discover 65 acres of magical gardens nestled between Dartmoor and Exmoor. Find an extensive range of plants and gifts in our garden centre. Stunning gardens set in glorious landscapes make a gorgeous day out for all. With plenty to do from family…

  15. Add Go Ape! Haldon to your Itinerary

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    Go Ape! Haldon

    Kennford, Exeter

    Go Ape is the UK’s Treetop Adventure and Treetop Challenge courses. Ziplines, Obstacles and Tarzan swings.

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    • Save on your next family adventure when you book Treetop Challenge. All you need to do is enter FAMILY15 at checkout. Find out more at: Treetop Challenge Family Discount Code | Go Ape

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  16. Add Board to your Itinerary

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    Board

    Exeter

    A board game bar & restaurant, with over 300 games to play while sitting in cosy seating, with a delicious range of food & drink to enjoy.

  17. Add Saddles and Paddles to your Itinerary

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    Saddles and Paddles

    Exeter

    Saddles & Paddles is a local business based on the historic Exeter quayside that offers something different for those looking for an outdoor adventure.

  18. Add Bernaville Nurseries to your Itinerary

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    Bernaville Nurseries

    Exeter

    Bernaville Nurseries is a large independent garden centre with a wide selection of quality plants, indoor and outdoor furniture, a comprehensive pet centre, gifts & interior decorations, a clothing department, restaurant & café and a huge seasonal…

  19. Add World of Country Life to your Itinerary

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    World of Country Life

    Exmouth

    World of Country Life is Devon’s GOLD award winning family day out, whatever the weather!

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  20. Add Custom House Visitor Centre to your Itinerary

    Custom House Visitor Centre

    Exeter

    The Custom House Visitor Centre is in the centre of Exeter's historic quayside & occupies one of the most historic buildings on the waterfront.

  21. Add Clip & Climb - Exeter Quay to your Itinerary

    Clip & Climb - Exeter Quay

    Exeter

    Enjoy climbing with your family or friends at the South West’s largest indoor climbing wall. The Quay Climbing Centre is located in the heart of Exeter’s Quayside in the Old Electricity Building.