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EXETER CATHEDRAL (ST PETER’S)

Tucked behind the bustling high street, Exeter Cathedral is an impressive example of Gothic architecture. The elaborately carved stone façade features kings and angels, while the interior has the longest uninterrupted Gothic ceiling in the world. exeter-cathedral.org.uk

THE HOURGLASS

The city has plenty of quirky boozers serving local brews such as Otter or Avocet Ale, but the Hourglass is one of the nicest. You can also find decent food here, listed on a blackboard menu featuring the likes of roast beets with yoghurt and curry oil, or rib-eye steak with chips. hourglassexeter.co.uk

HOTEL DU VIN

Situated in a former Victorian hospital, the Exeter branch of the Hotel du Vin chain combines the functions of hotel, restaurant and bar. It’s a cosy bolthole with pretty period features such as a walled garden (complete with meeting space in the old potting shed), but it also doesn’t stint on mod cons, including a spa. hotelduvin.com

EXETER QUAYSIDE

Once at the heart of Exeter’s trade network, today Exeter Quayside is a pleasant place to eat, drink or hunt for antiques while enjoying the views. It’s also ideal for a cycle, stroll or canoe ride. visitdevon.co.uk/things-to-do/ exeter-quayside-p1215273