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Kids Days Out - things to do in Exeter
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We always suggest you ring beforehand if visiting with disabled children as activities and attractions within the place you are visiting may not be accessible, depending on disablement, and whether or not if you have a helper.
Our guide is popular with families and as a school resource for educational trips.
For opening times click through to website or telephone attraction. Some attractions close during the winter.

Place

Doing What

Wheelchair friendly

Go Ape, Haldon Forest Park, Bullers Hill, Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7XR
www.goape.co.uk 

Spend a fun-filled three hours up in the trees, trekking from tree to tree via rope bridges and Tarzan swings. Minimum age 10yrs, minimum height 1.4m (4ft7in). Nearby cafe. Pre-booking advised. Groups welcome.

No

England's highest waterfall & a wonderful family day out in 90 acres of parkland. Forest garden & nature trail: learn about wildlife & conservation. Children's assault course, trampolines, play area, shop & cafe.

Yes: Granddad's Way nature walk is suitable for wheelchairs

Yogabugs Exeter & South Devon, Queensgate House, 48, Queens St, Exeter, EX4 3SR
Tel: 0845 8630690
www.yogabugs.com 

Fun, Imaginative Yoga Classes for children aged between 2 and 12 years old.  Classes take place throughout Exeter and South Devon

Yes

Exeter's Underground Passages is on Paris Street within the Princesshay Quarter of Exeter.
Tel 01392 665887
Website

Exeter Underground Passages - Dating from 14th century, these medieval passages under Exeter High Street are a unique ancient monument: no similar system of passages can be explored by the public elsewhere in Britain

No 

St Nicholas Priory is in the centre of Exeter in The Mint, a pedestrian passage running between Fore Street and Bartholomew Street West
Tel:01392 665858
Website

Benedictine Priory in Exeter City Centre. Adorned with quality replica furniture and painted in the bright colours of the period, the Priory is presented as the 1602 home of the wealthy Hurst family

Partial access 

The Quay, Exeter, Devon
EX2 4AN
Website

The historic quayside is a 10 - 15 minute walk from the city centre and is a popular place to come to eat, enjoy a drink, take a walk, engage in water sports or just to enjoy the views

Yes 

Exeter Cruises from Exeter Quay, Exeter Tel: 07984 368442
www.exetercruises.com 

Short boat trips between Exeter Quay and the Double Locks - a lovely family pub situated right on the Exeter Canal. 45 minute round trip but you can take a break for lunch at the Double Locks and catch a later boat back. 

Yes - please ring beforehand if possible 

Saddles and Paddles, 4 kings Wharf, The quay, Exeter, EX2 4AP
Tel: 01392 424241
www.saddlepaddle.co.uk

Hire a canoe or bike and explore the river valley park along miles of towpaths along the canal with 2 pubs along the way.

No 

Time to go Swimming, soft play area and more, cafe, bar and creche.

Yes

Riverside Valley Park
Near Marsh Barton, Exeter
Tel:01392 265337
Website

Riverside Valley Park. The park itself extends for several miles through the city forming part of a major wildlife highway linking Exmoor to the sea. There are several attractive 'circular' walks to choose from.

Yes 

No

Phoenix Arts and Media Centre, Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS, 
Tel: Box Office 01392 667080 
www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Plenty for families here with family Sundays , workshops, dance, story telling and more. Cafe.

Yes 

Yes

Yes but best to book.