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Exeter's Underground Passages
Exeter's Underground Passages re-opened in September 2007 with a brand new visitor centre packed with interactive exhibits and improved interpretation.
The Passages were built to house the pipes that brought clean drinking water into medieval Exeter. A guided tour of Exeter's Underground Passages is a memorable event - narrow, dark, interesting and exciting.
These are the only passages of this kind open to the public in Britain. In fact, Exeter's Underground Passages have been HIGHLY COMMENDED in a prestigious national award.
The recently re-opened Passages were awarded second place for 'Project on a Limited Budget' in the Museum and Heritage Awards for Excellence, which were held The Church House in Westminster on 7 May 2008.
Opening Times
2010 Low Season 1 Jan 2010 - 30 May 2010
2010 High Season & School Holidays 1 Jun 2010 - 30 Sep 2010
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Sunday | 10:30 - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
2010 Low Season 1 Oct 2010 - 31 Dec 2010
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | - Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 11:30 - 17:30 |
| Thursday | 11:30 - 17:30 |
| Friday | 11:30 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 17:30 |
| Sunday | 11:30 - 16:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Grading
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Visit Britain Quality Assured Visitor Attraction 2009
- Visit Britain Code of Practice 2010
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) | from £14.65 |
| Adult | from £4.90 |
| Senior / Student | from £3.90 |
| Child (under 18) | from £3.40 |
Road Directions
Nearest major road is M5. Follow signs to city centre.
Public Transport Directions
The entrance is located on Paris Street, just a few minutes walk fro Exeter Bus Station. The nearest train station is Exeter Central, approx 10 minutes walk.
Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Out of Hours Visits
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
- No Smoking Attraction
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted - Guide dogs not permitted underground.
- On Bus Route - Across road from Exeter Bus Station.
- Ramp/Level Access - To Heritage Centre only
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children - Children under 5 not permitted underground.
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge) - Please park in city centre car parks.
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - Underground tour lasts approx 25 minutes
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook. Large groups will be split into smaller groups of 15 max.
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 100
- Special group rates - Group rates available.
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Air-conditioning throughout - Exhibition area only.
- Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem)
- Open all year
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards student/youth
Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
- French audio guide - Video presentation in subtitles
- German audio guide - Video presentation in subtitles
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups
- Guided Tours Compulsory for Individuals
