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Exeter is...

  • a superb location for business, living and tourism
  • the county town of Devon, lying on the River Exe
  • the home of The Met Office
  • only 15 minutes from the coast
  • one of the cities which was heavily bombed in the Second World War
  • famed for its wildlife at the estuary
  • renowned for its train route to Newton Abbot which hugs the coastline
  • close to both Devon and Exeter Racecourse and Newton Abbot Racecourse

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Imposing Exeter Cathedral is a must-see for tourists There's plenty of space and places to work, shop and stroll in Exeter city centre Exeter is an historic city with architecture to match and it boasts one of the world's narrowest streets

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Exeter in detail

  • Exeter's warm climate and relaxed city centre make it one of the most attractive places to live in the country
  • ...which is why over 115,000 people live there. It's unusual, with a vibrant mix of old world charm and state-of-the-art modern living
  • Although much of Exeter was bombed flat in the Second World War, the city still offers some fine medieval, Georgian and Victorian architecture, as well as cobbled streets and exposed beams galore
  • It's full of artefacts and relics with ancient walls to remind people of its past glories
  • Housing ranges from traditional to ultra-modern with pockets of truly elegant property dotted about. Take a stroll about and you'll run a riot of styles but, unlike other places of a similar scale, there seems to be a blend. And despite the city status, there's still a great sense of community
  • Prices range from student lets to sumptuous and pricey pads for the ultra-rich. There's a rare quality about Exeter's housing, offering the broadest possible range of types and styles in a tight clustered area. Lots of property still offers good quality views as well as city centre styles with river outlooks
  • Just outside of the city you'll find that a full range of property from traditional build to modern housing - all within commutable distance (along the M5) - can be found in places like Cullompton and Tiverton where in-fill new builds continue
  • Exeter is covered by the postcode EX2
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  • There's a good quality mix in education establishments. Secondary schools in Exeter include Isca College of Media Arts, St Peter's Church of England Aided School, St James School, West Exe Technology College, St Luke's Science and Sports College and Clyst Vale Community College.
  • Independent schools in Exeter include: St Margaret's School; Exeter School; Magdalen Court School; Exeter Tutorial College; Bramdean School; The Maynard School; Emmanuel School; and St Wilfrid's School
  • There are about 25 primary schools in Exeter
  • The main further education institution in Exeter is Exeter College
  • A haven for students, the city's home to the University of Exeter, which has two campuses
  • Exeter is also one of the four principal sites for courses run by the University of Plymouth
  • The Peninsula Medical School has one of its main sites in Exeter
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  • Exeter is well-served being just off the main traffic artery that runs almost down the centre of Devon, the M5. The city is actually at the southerly end of the M5
  • Exeter to London is about 170 miles and 4 hours by car
  • There are two mainline railway lines between Exeter and London
  • Exeter is connected to London Paddington and London Waterloo. Direct trains run daily to almost all areas of the UK with frequent services between Penzance, Taunton Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester and Scotland
  • Exeter's principal railway stations are Exeter St David's and Exeter Central
  • Branch lines run to Paignton, Exmouth and Barnstaple
  • Flights leave Exeter Airport for many European destinations, as well as Canada and connecting services to London Gatwick (LGW)
  • Exeter has successful park and ride schemes as well as several town centre car parks run by the local council and NCP
  • Stagecoach Devon is the main operator of bus services in Exeter
  • If you look you'll find it: from pub folk to pop groups, Exeter has lots to offer a wide spectrum of tastes. It's surprisingly vibrant and varied. Principal theatres and concert venues include the Northcott Theatre, the Riverside Leisure Centre, Phoenix Arts Centre, The Barnfield Theatre, and Westpoint Arena & Exhibition Centre
  • The stunning St Peter's Cathedral, commonly known as Exeter Cathedral is in the city centre, and dates back to the 12th Century
  • Exeter Cathedral is a venue for concerts and performances by visiting orchestras, as well as being the home of the cathedral choir
  • Northernhay Gardens, which can be found near the castle, is reputedly the oldest public open space in England - it was originally laid out at the beginning of the 17th Century
  • Music fans will find a wide variety of sounds at The Cavern Club, Queen Street
  • Queen Street is also home to the Royal Albert Memorial Museum
  • Popular with students and locals, the Timepiece club has 3 floors and runs special nights throughout the year
  • Spacex is a public-funded contemporary art space and registered educational charity in Preston Street
  • Visitors can see Exeter's dark side, a series of underground passages, first excavated in the 14th Century
  • Rougemont Castle was originally built by William the Conqueror
  • The Bill Douglas Centre, on Exeter University's campus, explores the development of visual media and popular entertainment.
  • Tourist information is available at Quay House Interpretation and Visitor Centre
  • Exeter has benefited from a £220m redevelopment of its city centre
  • Princesshay is within easy walking distance of many of Exeter's finest attractions and has about 70 shopping outlets
  • Exeter's newly developed Quayside boasts some stylish places to eat, drink and relax
  • Marsh Barton has the largest conglomoration of car dealerships in the UK
  • Exeter's Parliament Street, in the city centre is thought to be the narrowest in the world
  • Chris Martin, lead singer of Coldplay, was born in Exeter on March 2, 1977
  • Comedian Tommy Cooper (1921-1984) was brought up in Exeter
  • Prominent holyman and radio commentator Rabbi Lionel Blue was evacuated to Exeter in September 1939
  • JK Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series, studied French with Greek and German at Exeter University
  • Exeter City Football Club, the Grecians, Blue Square Premier League, St James' Park, Exeter, EX4 6PX
  • Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club, National League One, Sandy Park Stadium, Sandy Park Way, Exeter, Exeter, EX2 7NN
  • England football World Cup winner Alan Ball managed Exeter City from 1992-4
  • Students at The University of Exeter are known for top achievement in inter-university competitions.
  • Exeter Racecourse, Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7XS