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Custom House Visitor Centre
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The Custom House Visitor Centre is located right in the centre of Exeter's historic quayside and occupies one of the most historic buildings on the waterfront.
It houses lively displays, illustrations and artefacts will bring the history and development of Exeter’s Quayside to life. As well as models and items from the cloth industry such as “tenter hooks and tillet blocks”, an exciting audiovisual presentation “Exeter, 2000 years of history” highlights Exeter’s history from Roman times until today.
The centre provides tourist information and interesting souvenirs of Exeter, including replica maps, local pottery and a selection of heritage books. Accommodation can also be booked here.
Opening Hours
April - October
Daily: 10.00am to 5.00pm
Closed for lunch 1pm-1.45pm
November - March
Saturday and Sunday: 11.00am to 4.00pm
Admission: Free
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free Admission | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Facilities
Other
- Gift Shop
Accessibility
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Subtitles on audio visual induction loop.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Ramp/Level Access
Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages
- French audio guide
- German audio guide
Establishment Features
- Audio Commentary in Foreign Languages - Audio visual presentation with sub titles in French and German
Event Facilities
- Free Entry
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 00:30
- In town/city centre
- Indoor Attraction
- Max group size - 45
- No Smoking Attraction
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge) - Please park in Cathedral & Quay car park
Payment Methods
- Accepts Exeter Pound
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Min group size - 5
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards student/youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is M5. Along Topsham road towards city centre, at Southgate turn left along inner bypass, take first left and park at Quay and cathedral car park. Five minutes walk from here to Quayside.
Public Transport Directions
An hourly bus service runs from the city centre to the Historic Quayside.
Exeter Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AN
Call direct on:
Tel01392 271611
Opening Times
| Open Christmas |
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| Open New Year |
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| Custom House Visitor Centre (1 Apr 2021 - 31 Oct 2021) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00* |
| Custom House Visitor Centre (1 Nov 2021 - 31 Dec 2021) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed* | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 11:00 | - 16:00* |
| Custom House Visitor Centre (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Friday | Closed* | |
| Saturday - Sunday | 11:00 | - 16:00* |
* Custom House Visitor Centre will be closed on Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 December 2015. The centre will re-open Saturday 2 January & Sunday 3 January 2016. Closed for lunch 1pm-1.45pm during peak season from April - October.
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