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Exeter is unrivalled in the region for the choice of things to do, whatever the weather, night or day.

  1. Abby Dow, England (run v NZ) (c) Becky Cowley
    The Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025 is coming to Exeter! Find out more information and register your interest in tickets.
  2. Exeter by Train
    Travel to Exeter by train, with Great Western Railway. Get inspiration with one of our suggested rail itineraries.
  3. Autumn in Exeter
    From England's largest festival of history and culture to sea shanties on the Quayside, check out what's on this autumn in Exeter
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    A celebration of history, culture, and community, Heritage Open Days 2025 runs from 12th - 21st September.

  5. Top 5 Autumn strolls

    As the summer light begins to fade, and shades of golden brown and orange beautifully decorate the trees, autumn's the perfect time for embracing the great outdoors.

  6. Autumn in Exeter Photography Competition

    Autumn's arrived and here's your guide to the top free events in Exeter this September.

  7. Special Offers
    See the best of Exeter for only a fraction of the price with our fantastic discounts and offers
  8. Topsham (c) Jan Penny
    The quaint historic estuary port of Topsham, just 4 miles from Exeter, has a cosmopolitan atmosphere with an eclectic cluster of specialist shops and fine restaurants, plus wonderful sunsets above the estuary. Once a thriving port and shipbuilding centre, Topsham still retains a strong maritime flavour.

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Explore our top picks of places to stay and things to do in and around Exeter.

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Exeter's vibrant arts scene sets it firmly on the map as the cultural centre of the South West.

  1. What's happening in and around Exeter
    Find out what's on Exeter and explore the best Exeter events. It's hard to beat the year-round programme of music, theatre, dance, comedy, and entertainment with live events every day of the year.
  2. Music, Theatre, Dance, Comedy & Entertainment all year round

  3. The Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 is coming to Exeter. All the latest news can be found here.
  4. Beyond Van Gogh - The Immersive Experience
    Witness over 300 masterpieces, including instantly-recognizable classics such as “The Starry Night”, “Sunflowers” and “Café Terrace at Night”, now freed from their frames. Van Gogh’s art comes to life by appearing and disappearing, flowing across multiple surfaces, and heightening the senses with their immense detail.
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  5. Unmissable events at the University of Exeter

    From intimate gigs and orchestral masterpieces to comedy and festive favourites, the University of Exeter is home to it all.

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  8. Silent Book Club Exeter
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