A free talk as part of Heritage Open Days
As part of Heritage Open Days, this talk gives a lively introduction to Exeter’s maritime history.
Archive photographs, music and song accompany stories about people and events that shaped Exeter’s ‘heritage harbour.’ In 1700, the port and its canal was considered the fourth most important in the country. Now it might justly be described as ‘Exeter’s lost route to the sea.’
The presenter will be Jon Bell, who is both an Exeter Redcoat Guide and chair of Exeter Heritage Harbour Group.
Tickets are FREE, but booking is essential.
The talk starts at 11am at the Custom House Visitor Centre
Ticket Prices: Free
Register-
Date(s)
- Sat 20th Sep 2025 11:00 am
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Location
Exeter Custom House
46 The Quay
Exeter
EX2 4AN -
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