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This Christmas, why not skip the usual material gifts and instead give the gift of experience? Exeter is brimming with exciting experiences, from indulgent spa days to cultural explorations and adventurous activities.
Here are some ideas for unforgettable presents that will create lasting memories and bring extra joy to your loved ones. Whether you’re shopping for a history buff, food lover, thrill-seeker, or anyone in between, hopefully we have you covered!
Gift voucher for Saddles & Paddles
Give outdoor enthusiasts the gift of adventure, with a voucher for one of Devon's longest running bike shops, Saddles & Paddles. This popular independent business is located on Exeter's Quayside, and has a wide range of new and used bikes for sale, as well as lots of useful bike accessories!
The gift of sport
For sports fans, tickets to a live event are always a winner. Whether it’s Exeter City Football Club in action, a thrilling rugby match with Exeter Chiefs, or an exciting day at the races at Exeter Racecourse, there are plenty of options for a gift that promises excitement and the chance to cheer on their favourite team.
Footgolf experience
Combine the fun of golf with the excitement of football with an experience at FootGolf on the Exe. This increasingly popular sport lets players kick a football along a golf course, aiming for a large hole. It’s a quirky and fun activity that’s suitable for all ages, and a little different from the norm!
Escape room adventure
If you’re looking for a thrilling and immersive experience, an escape room challenge is an excellent gift. Exeter has a great choice of escape room experiences, where players work together to solve puzzles and escape within a set time. Whether it's a Christmas-themed mystery or a challenging historical adventure, it’s a fun and interactive gift perfect for friends, families, or work colleagues.
Go Quest Adventures
For those who enjoy a challenge, a voucher for Go Quest Adventures is also a unique and interactive experience. This treasure hunt-style game takes participants around the city, solving clues and completing fun challenges. It's a great way to explore Exeter!
Quay Climbing Centre
For those looking to scale new heights, a voucher for the Quay Climbing Centre in Exeter is the ideal gift. Whether they’re a beginner or a seasoned climber, this indoor climbing gym offers a variety of walls and challenges.
Go Ape
The adventurer in your life will also appreciate the thrill of a Go Ape experience! Located in Haldon Forest, this high ropes course and treetop adventure park offers an adrenaline rush with zip lines, obstacle courses, and forest trails. It’s the ultimate outdoor experience for anyone who loves a good challenge and a dose of excitement.
Afternoon Tea
For a more relaxed experience, treat someone to an elegant afternoon tea at one of Exeter’s charming venues. Whether they’d enjoy the luxurious surroundings of The Ivy, or the historic Eat on the Green, an afternoon tea voucher is the perfect way to indulge in delicious festive delights – a great gift for anyone who enjoys the finer things in life.
Gin-making experience
For gin lovers, what could be better than creating their own signature gin? Exeter Gin School offers gin-making experiences where participants can craft their own unique gin blend. With a guided tour and tasting session included, it’s a fun, hands-on way to learn about gin while creating a personalized bottle. This experience is a great gift for someone who enjoys fine spirits and wants to learn more about the craft of gin-making.
Exeter Comedy Club membership
For those who love to laugh, a membership to the Exeter Comedy Club at Exeter Corn Exchange is a fantastic gift. With regular shows from some of the UK’s best comedians, a membership ensures that the recipient will have access to hilarious nights out throughout the year. It’s a gift that keeps on giving, bringing laughter and joy long after the holiday season is over.
Spa day
Give the gift of relaxation with an indulgent spa day in Exeter, the ultimate way to help your loved one unwind and destress - they'll definitely thank you for this one!
The gift of nature
If you know someone who enjoys spending time in nature, a membership to an attraction like Haldon Forest Park or the National Trust is a wonderful gift. These memberships provide unlimited access to beautiful parks, historic sites, and outdoor activities. For anyone who enjoys outdoor adventures, nature walks, or historic sites, this membership will be a gift that can be enjoyed year-round.
Animal adoption
For animal lovers, an adoption from the Donkey Sanctuary or Paignton Zoo makes for a truly heart-warming gift. With these adoptions, recipients receive a certificate, updates on their adopted animal, and an adoption pack. It’s a meaningful gift that helps support the care of animals in need, and it’s a great way to give back while gifting something unique.
Theatre vouchers
For those who appreciate the arts, a gift voucher for the Exeter Northcott or Exeter Phoenix means they can choose from a wide variety of performances, including plays, musicals, film and comedy shows.
Cinema vouchers
For film lovers, a cinema voucher to one of Exeter’s cinemas, such as Vue, Odeon or The Picturehouse, is a perfect gift for a bit of escapism. With the latest blockbusters and independent films on offer, a cinema voucher allows the recipient to enjoy a relaxing movie night whenever they like.
Independent Gift Card
Finally, for those who love to shop local, an independent gift card is an excellent choice. Exeter is home to a wealth of independent shops, offering everything from unique clothing and jewellery to artisanal food and local crafts. An independent gift card allows the recipient to choose their own perfect gift while supporting Exeter’s local businesses.
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Bike and canoe hire from Exeter's historic quayside. Explore the old canal trail. Seven miles of flat, traffic free cycling in beautiful countryside. The canoes are great fun and easy to use for exploring this beautiful waterway.
St James Park, home of Exeter City Football Club who play in the EFL League One, the third tier of the English football leagues.
Welcome to Exeter Racecourse... the South West's most prestigious racecourse, sitting high on the top of Haldon Hill, just outside Exeter with wonderful views down towards Dartmoor.
The first FootballGolf course in Devon. A bespoke designed, 18 hole course set in the beautiful East Devon countryside with easy access by car, bus, train and even bicycle.
From Devon's most exciting Escape Rooms to monthly supernatural murder mysteries, large scale treasure hunts to postal and web-based interactive games - Red House Mysteries are here to inspire, intrigue and thrill.
Locked in a Room is Exeter’s largest escape game experience located in the heart of the city on Fore Street. You have 60 minutes to use elements of the room to solve puzzles and clues to earn your freedom! Available over 4 identical rooms for a multi-escape experience with 24 player capacity!
Go Quest Adventures is turning the streets of Exeter into an Adventure Playground! Explore Exeter like never before, unlocking a secret trail, solving puzzles & completing challenges earning points along the way. Learn fun facts & discover hidden gems. Will you conquer the Quest?
Enjoy climbing with your family or friends at the South West’s largest indoor climbing wall. The Quay Climbing Centre is located in the heart of Exeter’s Quayside in the Old Electricity Building.
Go Ape is the UK’s Treetop Adventure and Treetop Challenge courses. Ziplines, Obstacles and Tarzan swings.
Neighbouring the iconic Exeter Cathedral at 65-67 High Street, The Ivy Exeter offers sophisticated yet friendly all-day dining in the heart of Devon for locals and visitors alike. The Ivy Exeter offers relaxed, sophisticated all-day dining to tourists, shoppers and locals alike. From modern British classics to Asian-inspired cuisine and fantastic vegan and vegetarian dishes, there’s something for everyone to love, seven days a week. The restaurant sits within easy reach of the Guildhall shopping Centre, Phoenix theatre and the Corn Exchange, making it the ideal venue for pre-show dining or post-shopping drinks.
Eat on the Green is an independent restaurant in the heart of Exeter, owned and managed by a team who are passionate about creating great food using local, free range produce bought directly from the farmers and brought to you with excellent table service. The restaurant is in a Sixteenth Century building overlooking Exeter’s historic Cathedral Green.
Visit our distillery in Teignmouth, where Exeter Gin is made, for a fun filled and informative experience. Choose from a tour & tasting experience with plenty of time to chill out in our bar, or learn how to make your very own gin with the help of our knowledgeable team of distillers.
The largest venue in Exeter city centre, Exeter Corn Exchange is probably the ideal location for your event - whatever it may be.
Whether you want a gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there’s something for everyone at Haldon Forest Park. Open 364 days of the year, there is something for every interest to connect you with the great outdoors.
Explore Killerton, one of Devon's great estates, with a landscape garden, parkland, Georgian house and renowned fashion collection.
Bring out the best in your herd and make memories that last a lifetime at The Donkey Sanctuary. Meet hundreds of adorable rescue donkeys for FREE and discover so much more besides.
With dozens of different animals across 80 acres of beautiful, spacious grounds – you are in for a really wild time at Paignton Zoo! Located in South Devon, Paignton Zoo is one of the South West’s most exciting visitor attractions and one of Britain’s top zoos. Come rain or shine, the zoo is a fun-filled day out for the whole family.
The Exeter Northcott Theatre has been the home of high-quality professional theatre in Exeter and Devon for 50 years. The varied programme includes drama, dance, opera, ballet, music, workshops, community and educational events.
Exeter Phoenix is a vibrant, world-class multi-artform venue in the heart of Exeter's city centre. Each year we host hundreds of events and artistic activity spanning many disciplines.
Take the decision out of gifting and buy the InExeter gift card. A great way to support local independents and discover a huge choice of retailers from boutiques, artisan producers, lifestyle and homeware shops, jewellers, makers and crafters.
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