Exeter

Exeter is a cathedral city in Devon, England, situated on the River Exe. It is the historic county town and the administrative center of the area. The city has ancient origins and developed as the Roman town of Isca Dumnoniorum, with visible remnants of its Roman walls and a long medieval history that shaped its layout and institutions.

Exeter Cathedral, begun in the 12th century and rebuilt in the following centuries, is a notable example of English Gothic architecture and features a long nave and an intricate astronomical clock. Rougemont Castle, a Norman fortress overlooking the city, stands near the historic walls and underscores Exeter’s medieval fortifications. The Quayside along the Exe provides a riverside area for recreation and markets, while the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery offers collections in natural history, archaeology, and fine arts.

The University of Exeter, established as a university in 1955, is a major regional and research institution with campuses in the city and a dedicated science park, contributing to the local economy and culture. Exeter hosts a range of cultural events and serves as a hub for education, healthcare, and public services in the southwest.

Transport links include Exeter St Davids railway station, which connects the city to national rail services, as well as road connections via the M5 motorway and the A30. Exeter Airport provides regional air services. The economy is driven by education, public services, tourism, and light industry, with local government provided by the city council within the Devon area.