Exeter is a great destination for a holiday.  Exeter city breaks are a great option if you are looking for a quick and interesting get away.  Alternatively, there is plenty to occupy you on a longer Exeter holiday, whether you are looking to take a romantic holiday in Exeter, a family holiday in Exeter, an active holiday in Exeter or a cultural holiday in Exeter.  Basing your holiday in Exeter means that you are perfectly positioned for exploring the city of Exeter and the area of South Devon.

Historic Exeter holidays

Exeter is a perfect holiday destination for history buffs.  Exeter Cathedral with its vast vaulted ceilings alone is worth visiting Exeter for.  Exeter is packed with architecture ranging from Roman right through to cutting edge modern buildings.  Exeter’s city walls still stand in the most part, and can be followed in a circular route around Exeter.  Although largely irrelevant in terms of boundaries or protection any more, the walls tell an interesting story of Exeter’s past.  Also of interest are Exeter’s lovely Northernhay gardens which contains   Athelstan’s Tower; and Rougemont gardens which house Rougemont castle with its Norman Gatehouse – said to be the oldest standing castle in England.  

Active Exeter Holidays

Exeter is surrounding by beautiful countryside, and there are many opportunities for an active holiday in Exeter and the local area.  Within Exeter there is the Riverside Valley Park, running for 7 miles from Exeter to Topsham – a great backdrop for walkers, cyclists, wildlife enthusiasts and for boat trips. From Exeter’s Historic Quay, it is possible to hire canoes, kayaks and bicycles to explore the Exeter Ship Canal.  Exeter has some excellent golf courses for both beginners and more experienced players.  For a faster paced holiday in Exeter, there is a dry ski slope, paintballing and horse riding.  With Dartmoor less than 10 miles away, and proximity to the River Exe a huge range of outdoor pursuits and watersports are easily accessible on an Exeter holiday.

Exeter day trips

If you fancy getting out and about during your Exeter holiday, you will find you are ideally placed to explore South Devon, Dartmoor and the Jurrassic Coast.  Whilst on holiday in Exeter, you have some beautiful houses and castles on your doorstep including Powederham Castle, Bickleigh Castle and Killerton House, all within a few miles of Exeter.   For family holidays in Exeter, the regions top family attractions are close at hand such as Crealy Adventure Park and Becky Falls Woodland Park.  During a holiday in Exeter, a trip to the seaside is easy, with excellent transport to Devon’s beautiful south coast. 

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