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Exeter's Underground Passages
Exeter's Underground 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. Visit the heritage centre before your guided tour, packed with interactive exhibits and interpretation.
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 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 |
* The Underground Passages will be closed on Easter Sunday 4 April.
Prices
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | £5.00 |
| Child (under 18) | £3.50 |
| Senior / Student | £4.00 |
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) | £15.00 |
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) | £15.00 per ticket |
| Adult | £5.00 per ticket |
| Senior / Student | £4.00 per ticket |
| Child (under 18) | £3.50 per ticket |
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
