Spacex Art Gallery, Exeter

Name: Spacex Art Gallery
Address: 45 Preston Street, Exeter, EX1 1DF, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1392 431786

#31 among attractions in Exeter

Museum, Art museum, Art gallery

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Facts and practical information

Spacex was a contemporary art organisation, located in Exeter, between 1974 and 2017. It was founded in 1974 by John Butler as an artist co-operative. Its programme spanned installations, performance, photography, sculpture, painting, film and video. Its learning programme focused on helping visitors of all ages to explore and engage with contemporary art. ()

Established: 1974 (50 years ago)Coordinates: 50°43'12"N, 3°32'1"W

Address

45 Preston StreetSt David'sExeter EX1 1DF United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1392 431786

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Day trips

Spacex Art Gallery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter Cathedral, Princesshay, Devon County War Memorial.

~1930 ftN
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Specialty museum
Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Exeter, England, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) is a beacon of culture and history that beckons tourists and locals alike. This renowned institution is not just a museum; it's a journey through time and space, offering a window into the...
~1280 ftNE
Gothic edifice with rooftop tours
Exeter Cathedral, Exeter
7 min walk • Exeter Cathedral stands as a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a historical beacon in the heart of Exeter, England. Officially known as the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter in Exeter, this magnificent structure dates back to the 12th century and serves as the seat...
0.4 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Princesshay, Exeter
11 min walk • Princesshay is a shopping precinct in the city of Exeter, Devon, England. It was built in the early 1950s to replace buildings that had been severely damaged in the World War II Baedeker Blitz.
~1110 ftNE
Memorial
Devon County War Memorial, Exeter
6 min walk • The Devon County War Memorial is a First World War memorial, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and situated on Cathedral Green in Exeter, the county town of Devon, in the south west of England. It is one of fifteen War Crosses designed by Lutyens with similar characteristics, and one of two to serve as a civic memorial in a city.
~240 ftW
Church
St Mary Steps, Exeter
2 min walk • The Church of St Mary Steps is a Grade I Listed church in the city of Exeter, England.
~1110 ftSE
50°43'4"N • 3°31'50"W
Clip 'n Climb Exeter, Exeter
6 min walk • Game and entertainment center, Climbing
~290 ftS
Watermill, Historical place, Architecture
Cricklepit Mill, Exeter
2 min walk • Cricklepit Mill is a visitor centre of the Devon Wildlife Trust, located in Exeter, in Devon, England. It is one of three visitor centres of the Trust; the others are Wembury Marine Centre near Plymouth, and Seaton Jurassic in Seaton.
~1740 ftNE
Church
St Stephen's Church, Exeter
9 min walk • St Stephen's Church is a small church in the centre of Exeter. It has a Saxon crypt but the first mention of the church is in the Domesday Book. Its location was formerly opposite the medieval guildhall. In July 2012 it reopened following a major renovation which cost £1.5 million.
~620 ftN
Church
St Olave's Church, Exeter
3 min walk • St Olave's Church is a small church which was founded in 1053 by Lady Gytha, the mother of King Harold. The church is dedicated to Saint Olaf, a Viking king who converted to Christianity. It was rebuilt in the late 14th century.
0.4 miN
Vernacular architecture, Forts and castles
Rougemont Castle, Exeter
11 min walk • Rougemont Castle, also known as Exeter Castle, is the historic castle of the city of Exeter, Devon, England. It was built into the northern corner of the Roman city walls starting in or shortly after the year 1068, following Exeter's rebellion against William the Conqueror.
~720 ftNW
Monastery
St Nicholas Priory, Exeter
4 min walk • The Benedictine Priory of St Nicholas or just St Nicholas Priory was a Benedictine monastery founded in Exeter, England, in 1087.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Spacex Art Gallery?

Nearby attractions include St Mary Steps, Exeter (2 min walk), Cricklepit Mill, Exeter (2 min walk), St Olave's Church, Exeter (3 min walk), St Nicholas Priory, Exeter (4 min walk).

How to get to Spacex Art Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Spacex Art Gallery:

Bus

George's Meeting House • Lines: T (5 min walk)
South Street • Lines: L, T (5 min walk)

Train

Exeter St Thomas (8 min walk)
Exeter Central (13 min walk)