Northernhay Gardens, Exeter

Name: Northernhay Gardens
Address: Northernhay Place, Exeter, EX4 3QE, United Kingdom

#20 among attractions in Exeter

Garden, Park, Relax in park

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Northernhay Gardens are located in Exeter, Devon, England, on the northern side of Rougemont Castle. They are the oldest public open space in England, being originally laid out in 1612 as a pleasure walk for Exeter residents. The gardens are Grade II listed in the National Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, and are maintained by Exeter City Council. ()

Elevation: 180 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°43'36"N, 3°31'51"W

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Northernhay PlaceSt David'sExeter EX4 3QE United Kingdom

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Northernhay Gardens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~590 ftSW
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Specialty museum
Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter
3 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...
~1510 ftS
Gothic edifice with rooftop tours
Exeter Cathedral, Exeter
8 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...
~1130 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Princesshay, Exeter
6 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.
~1430 ftS
Memorial
Devon County War Memorial, Exeter
7 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.
~1540 ftW
Memorial
Redvers Buller, Exeter
8 min walk • An equestrian statue of General Sir Redvers Buller stands at the junction of Hele Road and New North Road, close to Exeter College, Exeter, between St David's Church, Exeter and Bury Meadow Park.
~200 ftSW
Memorial
Exeter War Memorial, Exeter
1 min walk • Exeter War Memorial, also known as The Northernhay War Memorial is a war memorial in Northernhay Gardens in the city of Exeter, Devon. Designed by John Angel, it was erected by public subscription in 1923 and cost over £6,000.
~940 ftS
Church
St Stephen's Church, Exeter
5 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.
~1920 ftS
Church
St Olave's Church, Exeter
10 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.
~650 ftSW
Vernacular architecture, Forts and castles
Rougemont Castle, Exeter
4 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.
0.4 miSW
Monastery
St Nicholas Priory, Exeter
10 min walk • The Benedictine Priory of St Nicholas or just St Nicholas Priory was a Benedictine monastery founded in Exeter, England, in 1087.
~1280 ftS
Church
St Martin's Church, Exeter
7 min walk • St Martin's Church in Cathedral Close, Exeter, Devon, England was built in the 15th century. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building, and is now a redundant church in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Northernhay Gardens?

Nearby attractions include Exeter War Memorial, Exeter (1 min walk), Rougemont Gardens, Exeter (2 min walk), Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter (3 min walk), Rougemont Castle, Exeter (4 min walk).

How to get to Northernhay Gardens by public transport?

The nearest stations to Northernhay Gardens:

Train

Exeter Central (2 min walk)
St James' Park (12 min walk)

Bus

New North Road • Lines: 56 (3 min walk)
High Street • Lines: L, T (4 min walk)