The Custom House
The iconic and architecturally impressive Exeter Custom House, built in 1680, is believed to be the first brick building in Exeter and is one of Exeter’s freshest arts and culture hubs with an evolving programme of exhibitions and performances, hosting some great literary and creative events showcasing Exeter’s status as a UNESCO City of Literature. It is also home to Exeter’s Visitor Centre providing interesting and helpful tourist information.
EXETER CUSTOM HOUSE
46 The Quay, Exeter EX2 4AN
Open daily 10am-5pm
https://exetercustomhouse.co.uk/
The Transit Shed
Exeter Quayside is always a hive of activity and The Transit Shed is a focal point during the summer months, when there is something going on every weekend, from live jazz to outdoor street food markets.
Don't miss free, family activities throughout the summer, taking place every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Get involved with print workshops, performances, arts and crafts and much more!
THE TRANSIT SHED
The Quay, Exeter EX2 8GY
Check website for events
https://www.visitexeter.com/
Activities
If you are looking for an activity break, Exeter is the perfect destination. Its location on the River Exe, surrounded by beautiful countryside and close to the coast, lends itself perfectly to outdoor activities such as walking, cycling and a wide variety of water sports.
For families, Exeter has a great choice of parks, playgrounds and green spaces to let off steam.
SADDLES & PADDLES
The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AN
Check website for details
https://www.sadpad.com/
Canal Cruise
Take a canal cruise along the Exeter Canal, and soak up the scenery, see the locks come to life and swing bridge majestically open, before enjoying the seaside town of Exmouth or Exeter’s Historic Quayside.
This is a one-way trip where you can either board from Exmouth to travel up to Exeter or depart from Exeter to travel to Exmouth. For your return journey there are ample public transport links within a few minutes flat walk at both Exmouth and Exeter.
STUART LINE CRUISES
Exmouth Marina, Exmouth, EX8 1FE
Check website for details
https://www.stuartlinecruises.co.uk/
Exeter Regatta
The Regatta is a fun, free and family-friendly day out that takes place in the heart of the city on the beautiful and historic Exeter Quayside.
An annual event, it attracts hundreds of competitors of all ages and abilities to compete in over 100 sprint races along a 400m course. There is no admission charge for the day, and the event attracts many spectators who follow the close racing from the vantage point of the Quay and the cafés, restaurants and bars that line the course.
EXETER REGATTA
The Quay, Exeter
Check website for details
https://exeterrowingclub.com
Jazz on the Quay
On Sundays though July and August from 12.30pm to 3.30pm you can enjoy free live music on Exeter’s historic Quayside with a different jazz band playing each Sunday at the open-air Transit Shed adjacent to Exeter’s Antiques Centre and Riverside Café.
JAZZ ON THE QUAY
The Transit Shed, The Quay, Exeter
Check website for details
https://www.visitexeter.com/