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Exeter's Ancient Heartbeat: A Journey Through Time
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This is a walk past Exeter's best-known landmarks, from the cathedral to sections of the old city walls, covering centuries of history and quieter backstreets.
Along the way
1
Exeter CathedralThis magnificent Gothic cathedral is the heart of Exeter, a stunning architectural masterpiece with nearly 900 years of history.
2
Rougemont Gardens & Castle RemainsStep into the serene Rougemont Gardens, built around the surviving sections of Exeter's Norman castle.
3
Exeter City Wall (Southernhay Gardens section)Walk alongside a well-preserved section of Exeter's Roman and medieval city walls.
4
St Nicholas PrioryDiscover the oldest building in Exeter, St Nicholas Priory, a beautifully preserved Benedictine monastery founded in 1087.
5
Exeter GuildhallMarvel at the Exeter Guildhall, England's oldest municipal building still in continuous use.
6
Parliament StreetSqueeze through Parliament Street, reputedly one of the narrowest streets in the world.
The route
Distance2.6 km
Walking≈ 36 min
Running≈ 16 min
Climb↑ 13 m
RouteCircular
A 2.6 km circular route from Exeter to walk, run or cycle, with 13 m of climbing.