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Exeter Quayside

Exeter's Quayside is a very popular area with local residents and offers plenty to do for tourists, visitors and locals alike. From walking, cycling, and boating for the more energetic to the tranquillity gained from just relaxing by the water's edge - there's lots to enjoy around the Quay. And with plenty of public houses, restaurants and tea rooms around there is always somewhere to get refreshments.

Quay House Visitors Centre

The Quay House Visitors Centre has an audio-visual presentation showing the history of Exeter from the Roman times to the present day. You can also see displays and illustrations showing the history and development that the quay area has gone through.

Boating and cycling

For those wanting a little more than just a stroll, bicycles, boats and canoes can be hired nearby. The pedal boats can be used to paddle as far as "The Mill On The Exe" in one direction and around the quay area in the other. There is a canoe route available which will take you all the way down to The Turf Hotel (about five miles). The bicycles, again available to hire, can be used to travel along the canal side trail passing the Inns and locks on the way. The cycle route, which is mainly traffic free and flat to cycle on, can take you further along than the canoe route. It is possible to cycle all the way to Powderham Castle and Dawlish Warren allowing for a few obstacles on the way and plenty of energy!
Bikes can also be hired for children, which attach to the adult's bike. And for the toddler, child seats and trailers are available.

The Tarka Line

The Tarka Line is a rail line that runs for 39 miles between Exeter and Barnstaple stopping at the different stations along the way. The route forms part of the 180-mile Tarka Trail. The actual locations forming the base for Henry Williamson classic novel 'Tarka the Otter'

At the various rural stops you can stroll around the towns and villages viewing and exploring the interesting sights. Also, as the line forms part of the Tarka Trail you may even like to try a hike or cycle ride along part of its route. Personal cycles can be used, although there are some hire facilities available.

More information about The Tarka Line is available from The Exeter Tourists Information Centre in Paris Street, on the "Car Free Days Out" web site - Web link available from the ExeterViews links page or through one of the guide books available.

More Information:
Tel: Tourists Information Centres
Exeter 01392 665700 - Barnstaple 01271 375000

Exeter Living History Weekend

Exeter's Living History Weekend has previously taken place during the month of August. The event celebrates Exeter's historical ancestry with a trip through 2000 years of Exeter's past. Starting with the Roman settlement and going through the times of the Vikings and early medieval societies. The exhibitions and demonstrations include live pageantry, battle re-enactments and tournaments, craft skills and storytelling. The various time periods divided into encampment zones all set within the beautiful gardens of Northernhay.

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