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Exeter City Wall Trail

Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets, Dixs Field, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1GF

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City Wall Trail at the bottom of South Street

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A fascinating self-guided tour. Pick up a free leaflet from the Custom House Visitor Centre and discover the exciting history of Exeter's City Wall, or you can download this here.

The oldest parts of the wall are almost 2000 years old and it has been the site of many important historical events. Around 70% still exists. Follow the trail to discover colourful information panels at strtegic points. There are quizzes and puzzles for children to do, so bring paper and pencils.

 

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
AdultFree
ChildFree
FreeFree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Directions

Road Directions

From Exeter High Street, turn up Little Castle Street for the first interpretation board.

Public Transport Directions

The start of the walk is approx. 10 minutes walk from Exeter Bus Station and Exeter Central Train Station.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted

Catering

  • Picnic Site - Picnic sites on route.

Children & Infants

  • Facilities for children

Establishment Features

  • Dogs Accepted

Event Facilities

  • Free Entry

Key Features

  • Approx length of visit - Walk will take approx. 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • In town/city centre
  • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
  • Outdoor Attraction

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens

Opening Times

Open Christmas
Open New Year
Exeter City Wall Trail (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday09:00 - 17:00*

* Self-guided walk around Exeter's City Wall.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

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