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Escape Games
Escape room with engaging storylines and well-crafted puzzles, featuring themed settings like Clifton Manor and Lost Temple, ideal for group adventures and family fun.
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Escape Games
Escape room with immersive Viking and Alice-themed puzzles presents an engaging challenge. Features friendly game masters and a variety of games for all age groups.
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Miniature Golf
Lively entertainment hub with a variety of interactive games including axe throwing, shuffleboard, and pool, plus a bottomless brunch in an upbeat atmosphere.
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Game & Entertainment Centres
Indoor climbing centre with a diverse range of climbs and difficulty levels, featuring a café with views of the climbing area and spaces for birthday celebrations.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Underground passages with historical displays and interactive elements. Features informative tours through narrow tunnels with crawling options and insights into medieval engineering.
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Taxis & Shuttles
Dependable transport service featuring punctual and secure rides, ideal for airport transfers and nighttime travel. Clean vehicles and careful driving ensure a comfortable journey.
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Neighbourhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Riverside walkway lined with artisan stalls, cosy cafes, and a spread of pubs and restaurants, offering scenic views and a tranquil escape with a historic backdrop.
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Bars & Clubs • Game & Entertainment Centres
Board game cafe with a diverse selection of games for all ages, complemented by a menu of hearty eats. Enjoyable for family outings or social gatherings in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
Historic building near the cathedral, showcasing rich local governance history and impressive architecture. Features historical artifacts and a narrative of royal ties.
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Bars & Clubs
Chic gin bar with a cosy atmosphere and an extensive selection of unique gins. Enjoy personalized cocktail recommendations in a comfortable setting with lively music.
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  • Tyler S
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One for the ages
    Amazing room, spectacular experience all throughout upholds the prodigy standards, props to Dan and all the crew, will be back again!
    Review of: Prodigy Escapes & Experiences
    Written 9 October 2024
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  • Ruth W
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great fun with colleagues
    Went with work colleagues. Great fun, Jude was ace! Would highly recommend to anyone whether with friends or work - you won’t regret it!
    Review of: Escape Hunt Exeter
    Written 30 September 2024
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  • Freedom09623451011
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I love this place
    the drinks were amazing and the staff (Nel, Tiff and Connor) were lovely!! This is a great venue, will definitely come back soon 🫶🫶🫶
    Review of: Boom Battle Bar Exeter
    Written 8 October 2024
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  • Mrs C
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Royalty in Exeter with guide Mike
    Mike our guide for the Royalty in Exeter tour was excellent. Very informative and friendly. Navigated our group well though the busy Saturday shoppers. These tours never disappoint us. Well done to all the redcoat volunteer guides.
    Review of: Exeter Red Coat Guided Tours
    Written 12 October 2024
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  • elizabethpeters2021
    Newport, UK11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great fun
    Booked this as a way to blow off some steam as a family on the way to visit relatives.
    We arrived about 40 minutes ahead of schedule and they kindly allowed us to start our session early- really appreciated the flexibility but this was partly luck as the slot before us hadn’t been booked.
    We had an absolute blast! There is a massive range of gaming ability between us from complete novice (me) to experienced gamer, we all found games we could engage with and loved the variety of options. Would definitely book again!
    Review of: The VRVE
    Written 12 May 2024
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  • Martin N
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nervous to start, wanted our own by the end!
    We had a brilliant time cruising round the forest on our Segways. We were both extremely nervous about using them as this was our first time using a Segway however Mia, our guide, put us both at ease and allowed us to take the training at our own pace. This allowed us to both build confidence without feeling pressured or rushed. The tour around the forest was pleasant, with a good mix of off road and on road.. once again Mia put us at ease with her professionalism, encouragement, and reassurance. All staff made us feel very welcome, and we will definitely return in the future.
    Thanks for a cracking time!
    Martin and Lizzie x
    Review of: Go Segway Exeter Devon
    Written 31 August 2023
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  • kebab reviewz
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Birthday activity for teenage son
    My son and friends (14-19) went yesterday for his birthday (my eldest went in too as under 14s have to have an adult with them). They had a great time. They said the room set up and props etc. were excellent and from what they told me it was a really immersive experience. The staff were brilliant with them and played their parts brilliantly. Would 100% recommend. One of their favourite escape rooms (and we have done a few!)
    Review of: Locked In A Room Exeter
    Written 29 September 2024
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  • stuart R
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Perfect
    Great Team at ASW. Super service and brilliant kit to hire. We hired 3 kayaks (2 double) and paddled to the double lock for lunch. Perfect!
    Review of: AS Watersports
    Written 6 October 2024
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  • Global60571297000
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good experience to do with friends
    We tried this experience for my friend's birthday and it was Amazing! It was really fun and Alexy was perfect to teach us how to toss and some tricks!! Highly recommended to let your anger go 😉
    Review of: The Celtic Tossers Axe Throwing & Airsoft
    Written 5 October 2024
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  • samuel w
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Incredible
    It was amazing I went with my friends it was hard but was still really fun we did end up doing with 10 mins left while panicking because we thought we had 30 sec🤣
    Review of: Red House Mysteries Exeter
    Written 29 September 2024
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  • Lisa T
    Exmouth, UK24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good fun and friendly staff!
    Great afternoon at Go Ape. We went as a large group and dealt with Leanne. She made check-in very easy and was super friendly. The course was challenging enough and the zip wire was great fun! Would highly recommend.
    Review of: Go Ape Haldon Forest Park
    Written 25 August 2024
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  • Ann J
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nana, that was awesome
    The whole experience was amazing for our grandsons aged 10 and 13 years.
    The safety talk was thorough and easy to take on board. All staff were professional and amenable .
    As grandparents we used the viewing platforms which allowed us to feel part of our grandson's experience.
    Oh Nana that was awesome was their greeting when they saw us after.
    The cafe was good value for money.
    We will certainly return!
    Review of: Clip 'n Climb Exeter
    Written 6 October 2024
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  • Kate H
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Climbing and abseiling in Devon
    This was a brilliant experience for my three teenagers (14-18 years)! Simon provided excellent guidance and gave just the right amount of encouragement to push them to their maximum capability. We’ll definitely be back!
    Review of: Devon Adventure
    Written 21 August 2024
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  • Roger P
    St. Asaph, UK69 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fascinating free museum
    A free museum with a wealth of well described exhibits to marvel at. Allow at least 2 hours. The history of Exeter and the region is covered from the early stone age to modern times. The highlight for me was the examples of the extremely fine lace work of local women. For my husband, the gallery of World Cultures. It has a surprisingly collection of traditional artefacts from around the globe. Well worth an unhurried viewing.
    Review of: Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
    Written 5 October 2024
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  • lindalC1470VI
    Swindon, UK30 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A fascinating tour of Exeter Cathedral
    My partner and I really enjoyed our visit this week - we signed up for a free tour with Mike who was very knowledgeable, amusing and interesting. The Cathedral is a fascinating place, full of history and we learnt a lot about all aspects of it.
    Review of: Exeter Cathedral
    Written 27 September 2024
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